The New York State Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services- Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR), with the State Rehabilitation Council, is developing the State Plan for Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Services for Federal Fiscal Year 2016 (beginning October 1, 2015).
To assist in the development of the State Plan, individuals with disabilities, their families, advocates, employers and services providers are invited to attend the public meetings to provide comments on the provision of vocational rehabilitation services. The public comment period extends from January 26, 2015 through February 23, 2015.
The current State Plan for Vocational Rehabilitation and Supported Employment Services is available for review.
Suggested Questions for Discussion:
- The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires joint planning in the provision of services. How should ACCES-VR and the Department of Labor collaborate in providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities?
- How can New York State improve employment outcomes for youth? What is ACCES-VR’s role in the process?
- What can ACCES-VR do to educate the business community about hiring individuals with disabilities?
- How can supported employment services be improved?
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