Think Ahead

An Exciting New Opportunity for Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities!

Join Dutchess Community College’s new Think Ahead program to develop job skills and life skills while enjoying a college experience! Classes will be held on DCC’s Poughkeepsie campus.

You’re a good fit for this program if you:

• Completed high school and are at least 18 years old

• Have long-term goals and job interests

• Want to have a job experience

• Live at home, independently or in a certified setting

• Have access to transportation to DCC’s Poughkeepsie campus

• Can cover basic expenses including:

  • $25 per semester college fee

  • Books/supplies

  • Optional commuter meal plan is available at extra cost

In order to take advantage of the program you must:

1. Have OPWDD eligibility and be enrolled in the Home & Community Based Services Medicaid waiver.

2. Have an Individual Services Plan (ISP) that supports program course/goals.

Questions? Contact Linda Bertolozzi
(845) 431-8058
bertoloz@sunydutchess.edu

Note: If you anticipate a need for disability related accommodations to attend or participate, please call (845) 431-8058.