Merrimack Accommodation Request Form

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Student Information

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First NameRequired *

Last NameRequired *

Middle Name

Merrimack IDRequired *

Email - Please use your Merrimack email addressRequired *

Email address should end in @merrimack.edu

Phone NumberRequired *

Student Status

Affiliations

Athlete
Compass
First Generation
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International
Promise
Transfer Student
Veteran

Specific Accommodation Information

My diagnosed disability(disabilities) falls into the following category (categories)Required *

Are you requesting Academic Accommodations?Required *

Are you requesting Academic Accommodations?

Are you requesting Academic Accommodations? Yes Are you requesting Academic Accommodations? no

How does your disability affect you academically?Required *

How does your disability affect student life in general, like taking tests and studying?

What types of accommodations have been helpful to you in the past?

What types of accommodations are you requesting?

Are you requesting nonacademic accommodations?Required *

(Parking, Housing, Dietary)

Are you requesting Nonacademic Accommodations? Yes Are you requesting Nonacademic Accommodations? no

Are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations?Required *

Are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations? Yes Are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations? no

21-22 Housing Status

21-22 Housing Status I am a returning student who will be living in central on-campus housing
21-22 Housing Status I am a returning student who will be living in Royal Crest through Merrimack housing
21-22 Housing Status I am a returning student who will be commuting to campus
21-22 Housing Status I am a returning student who will be living in Royal Crest as an independent leasing tenant
21-22 Housing Status I am a Fall 2022 incoming student who will be living in on-campus housing
21-22 Housing Status I am a Fall 2022 incoming student who will be commuting to campus
21-22 Housing Status I am a returning student and I don't know my housing circumstances yet

Hometown, Home State

Parking - More information if late request:

After August 15 - If you missed the due date for Medical Parking requests, would you like to share any circumstances that could aid in consideration of a reasonable accommodation? (for example, new diagnosis, late deposit to Merrimack, change in circumstances)

For when are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations?

For when are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations? I am submitting a new circumstance request for Medical Parking Accommodations for Fall 2022
For when are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations? I am submitting a late request for Medical Parking Accommodations for Fall 2022 (after August 15)
For when are you requesting Medical Parking Accommodations? I Am Submitting A New Circumstance Request For Medical Parking Accommodations For Spring 2023

Did you have Medical Parking Accommodations in 2021-2022?

Did you have Medical Parking Accommodations in 2021-2022? Yes
Did you have Medical Parking Accommodations in 2021-2022? No
Did you have Medical Parking Accommodations in 2021-2022? N/A - I'm an incoming student

Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation

Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation Upcoming - the entire 2022-2023 year
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation Fall 2022 only
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation Spring 2023 only
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation 2 weeks
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation 6 weeks
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation 1 month
Please describe the length of time in which you require this accommodation I'm not sure

Please explain in detail why you require Merrimack parking (i.e. frequency of medical appointments, physical needs, etc.)

Alternative plan:

If this request were not able to be reasonably accommodated or you must be on the waitlist, what would be an alternatively reasonable solution? (For example, I will utilize Zipccar or Uber, the train and campus bus system, or a family/friend)

Are you requesting Dietary Accommodations?Required *

Are you requesting Dietary Accommodations? Yes Are you requesting Dietary Accommodations? no

Are you requesting Medical Housing Accommodations?Required *

Are you requesting Medical Housing Accommodations? Yes Are you requesting Medical Housing Accommodations? no

Please provide your current medical diagnosis and specific details as to why it requires accommodation(s)Required *

Describe the functional limitation(s) of a major life activity you are experiencing as a result of your disability. Required *

A functional limitation is an impairment in a person’s ability to function in a way that falls within the normal range for the activity (e.g., sleeping, breathing, climbing, walking)

Please share the specific housing style/situation your diagnosis requires and why it is a necessary accommodationRequired *

(please note, accommodations cannot be based on other people in the room and/or specific buildings on campus)

Please explain how you have been able to meet these needs prior to this request.Required *

What is your current housing status?Required *

What is your current housing status? I am an incoming student unsure if I will be living on campus What is your current housing status? I am an incoming student who will be living in on-campus housing What is your current housing status? I currently commute to campus (including living at Royal Crest as an independent leasee) What is your current housing status? I currently live in central on-campus housing What is your current housing status? I currently live in Royal Crest through Merrimack housing What is your current housing status? I'm currently on LOA during 2021-22 academic year

If this request were not able to be reasonably accommodated or you must be on the waitlist, what would be an alternatively reasonable solution?Required *

(For example, if a single room were not available, a double room rather than a triple room)

If this is a late request, please share more informationRequired *

If you missed the 2022-2023 due date for Medical Housing requests, would you like to share any circumstances that could aid in consideration of a reasonable accommodation? (for example, new diagnosis, late deposit to Merrimack, change in circumstances)

Are you requesting an Emotional Support Animal?Required *

Are you requesting an Emotional Support Animal? Yes Are you requesting an Emotional Support Animal? no

Please describe your plan to care for the ESA and its daily needsRequired *

Please note: friends/roommates are not permitted to care for the animal.

Please describe your plan to buy food, pellets, etc.Required *

Please describe your plan to bring the ESA to a veterinarian if necessaryRequired *

Please describe your plan to bring your ESA if you are away from campus. Required *

i.e. school breaks, home for the weekend, a school retreat. Please note: The animal cannot remain in the residence hall for any overnight duration of time without you

Please describe your secondary plan if you determine you can no longer care for the ESA.Required *

I confirm I've discussed with my medical provider the benefits and limitations of owning an ESA in the college environmentRequired *

I confirm I've discussed with my medical provider the benefits and limitations of owning an ESA in the college environment Yes I confirm I've discussed with my medical provider the benefits and limitations of owning an ESA in the college environment no

Please describe why your needs cannot be met within current meal plans or existing adjustments offered by dining services. Required *

I confirm I've discussed with Sodexo the various dietary options that already exist or can be adjusted through dining services.Required *

I confirm I've discussed with Sodexo the various dietary options that already exist or can be adjusted through dining services. Yes I confirm I've discussed with Sodexo the various dietary options that already exist or can be adjusted through dining services. no

Medical Provider Form Status:Required *

Medical Provider Form Status: Attached
Medical Provider Form Status: Already Submitted via email, mail, or fax
Medical Provider Form Status: Will submit later via email, mail, or fax (please submit as soon as possible in order to have a completed application)

Attach Documentation

For example: IEP, Neuropsychological Testing, 504 Plan, Doctor's Letter, ***If nonacademic - request cannot be completed without Medical Provider Form***

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Merrimack Accommodation Request Form

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