Please describe your physical or mental impairment that
constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment.
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Please bring documentation, such as medical, mental health evaluations or treatment
summaries and the names of any treating health care providers to your first appointment.
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*Are you currently employed?
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If yes, list the Name of Employer, Hours Worked and Hourly Pay:
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*Can you legally work in the U.S.?
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*Are you currently receiving any of the following benefits?
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*Do you have Medical Insurance Coverage?
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Do you require any special accommodations for your intake
appointment?
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Require special accommodations ? Enter details
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Applications may be mailed, faxed or hand-carried to DDS/RSA. DDS/RSA�s mailing
address, fax and telephone numbers are:
Department on Disability Services, Rehabilitation Services Administration
Attn: Application for VR Services
250 E Street, SW � 5th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20024
(202) 442-8400 � DDS/RSA Main Line
(202) 442-8720 � DDS/RSA Fax
DDS/RSA will contact you within five business days of the date your application
is received to schedule an appointment to meet with a vocational rehabilitation
counselor. DDS/RSA will make a determination regarding your eligibility for services
within 60 days of receiving your signed application barring exceptional and unforeseen
circumstances beyond DDS/RSA�s control. Any information provided in connection with
this application is confidential. Such information cannot be released except by
direct order of a judge when related to judicial proceedings or written consent
by the applicant or his or her representative. All programs and services provided
by DDS/RSA are provided on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to race, color,
national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,
political affiliation, marital status, and familial or parental status. With the
exception of diagnosis, counseling and guidance, placement and follow-up, other
services provided by DDS/RSA will be based upon the person�s financial resources
and other available comparable benefits. A Client Assistance Program (CAP) is available
to provide assistance in informing and advising all applicants for services of available
benefits under the Rehabilitation Act. Upon request, the CAP may assist each individual
in his/her relationship with the projects, programs, and facilities providing services
under the Rehabilitation Act as amended, including assistance in pursuing legal,
administrative, or other appropriate remedies to ensure the protection of rights
under this Act. Individuals who wish to obtain this free assistance from CAP should
contact:
University Legal Services
220 I Street, N.E., Suite 130
Washington D.C., 20002
(202) 547-4747
(202) 547-2657(tty)
(202) 547-2662(fax).
If there are any questions about the status of an application or any other service
provided by DDS/RSA, please call (202) 442-8400, or walk into
our office at 250 E Street, SW, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.