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In this orientation…

In this orientation…. Division of Rehabilitative Services . How VR can work for you? What services are available? How to apply for VR services? Who is eligible for VR services? Why VR is important in transition planning?. Division of Rehabilitative Services. Northern. Frederick.

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In this orientation…

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  1. In this orientation… Division of Rehabilitative Services • How VR can work for you? • What services are available? • How to apply for VR services? • Who is eligible for VR services? • Why VR is important in transition planning?

  2. Division of Rehabilitative Services Northern Frederick Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center Clarke Field Offices Loudoun Fairfax Warren Arlington Regional Offices Shenandoah Alexandria Fauquier Rappa- hannock Prince William Page Culpeper Rockingham Stafford Madison Highland King George Eastern Greene Orange Augusta Spotsylvania Westmoreland Bath Caroline Northumberland Richmond Louisa Albemarle Essex Rockbridge Fluvanna Nelson Alleghany Hanover Goochland Southwest King William King & Queen Lancaster Accomack Henrico Amherst Buckingham Middlesex Botetourt Powhatan Cumberland Richmond City Charles City Co. Mathews Craig Gloucester Lynchburg New Kent Chesterfield Appomattox Amelia Northampton James Roanoke Giles Buchanan Bedford Prince Edward Montgo- mery Campbell Nottoway Prince George Bland Tazewell Dickenson Surry News Pulaski Dinwiddie Hampton Charlotte Newport News Franklin Portsmouth Russell Wise Isle Of Wythe Floyd Sussex Lunenburg Wight Norfolk Pittsylvania Smyth Southampton Halifax Virginia Beach Brunswick Washington Carroll Henry Scott Patrick Mecklenburg Chesapeake Lee Grayson Suffolk Greensville Central Effective July 1, 2012

  3. How is VR involved in Transition Services? • Primary focus of DRS • Federal and state program • All school divisions have a VR counselor

  4. The VR Process

  5. The Referral Process • Referral to DRS may be made by • The student • The student’s family or guardian • School personnel • Community based service providers

  6. Applying for Services • Meet with a VR Counselor • Complete the Application for VR Services * Parent or guardian signature needed if under 18 yrs old

  7. Criteria for Eligibility Must: • Have a physical or mental disability that keeps you from getting or keeping a job • Need VR services for an employment outcome • Be legally eligible to work in the United States • Be present in Virginia

  8. Assessments • Employment possibilities • Strengths, preferences, interests, and needs • Work skills • Make an informed choice!

  9. Assessments • At DRS office or school • Hands-on • Determined mutually

  10. Individualized Plan for Employment • Written document to outline: • Employment goal • Steps and timeframe • Responsibilities • Services • Training • Supplies • Accommodations

  11. Services

  12. Services

  13. Social Security / Government Benefits Do you have SSI or SSDI benefits? Do you have food, housing, or medical assistance? • Work Incentive Programs are available • Work Incentives Specialists will help you • Maximize your income!

  14. Tips for You and Your Family • Start early! • Advocate for yourself! • Stay active! • Communicate with your counselor! • Ask questions!

  15. Planning for the future should not be done for you but instead with you. • Many community partners may work with you.

  16. Contact us • Visit our website at www.vadars.org • View Virginia’s DRS Transition Guide at http://www.vadrs.org/transitionservices.htm • Call us at 800-552-5019

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