Vocational Rehabilitation

What is the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program?

The Vocational Rehabilitation program provides a variety of services to persons with disabilities, with the ultimate goal to prepare for, enter into, or retain employment.

Am I eligible for the VR Program?

You may be eligible for VR services if you meet all of the following requirements:

1. You have a physical or mental impairment;
2. Your physical or mental impairment constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment;
3. You require VR services in order to prepare for, secure, retain, or regain employment; and
4. You can benefit from the provision of VR services in terms of achieving an employment outcome.

How do I apply for the VR Program?

• Call or visit a VR office near you and inquire about services or set up an appointment. VR staff will collect personal information from you and complete an RSA Referral form on your behalf.

or

• Complete one of the following referral forms and submit it to RSA via email.
  
  • Referral Form (Fillable) - English
  • Referral Form (Large Print) - English
  • Referral Form (Fillable) - Spanish
  • Referral Form (Large Print) - Spanish

To speak with someone regarding general information about RSA programs or to receive assistance completing a referral for services, please call Toll-Free 1-800-563-1221.  Once your referral is received, it will be sent to a local field office and a VR staff member will contact you to set up an appointment.