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Vocational Rehabilitation Services Projects for American Indians with Disabilities
Managing Agency U.S. Department of Education http://www.ed.gov

Program Description

The purpose of this program is to assist tribal governments to develop or to increase their capacity to provide a program of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services, in a culturally relevant manner, to American Indians with disabilities residing on or near Federal or state reservations. The program's goal is to enable these individuals, consistent with their individual strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, and informed choice, to prepare for and engage in gainful employment. Program services are provided under an individualized plan for employment and may include native healing services.

General Program Requirements

In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be Native American/American Indian, you must have a disability, and you must be enrolled in a Federally recognized American Indian tribe or Alaskan Native village.

Your Next Steps

The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process

To apply for assistance, contact your tribe's or village's vocational rehabilitation coordinator.

Program Contact Information