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For those on disability who need to change professions (sm) - Brenda
Posted: Jan 02, 2014
After I became disabled I went to the state Department of Rehabilitation and was amazed how much help they offer people who need to train for new careers. The one I went do did complete testing to identify work limitations, gave tests for aptitude and desire for certain types of work, gave career counseling and even offered to pay for training programs, books, and software needed to change professions. So for those who are disabled and working part time because of it, you might want to call your state Dept. of Rehab and make an appointment or ask some questions by phone. I never paid a penny for anything at the Dept. of Rehab.
I'm class II disabilty right now and on the waiting list to be - put into training. SM
[ In Reply To ..]Go talk to your local DVR. I'd bet many MTs have health problems from sitting and typing all these years. It's worth a try to go talk to someone, see what you find out. The sooner you get on the list, the sooner you can get services.
I was actually offered Vocational Rehab in high school - born with Tetrology of Fallot
[ In Reply To ..]being a flighty young girl...I got approved and pissed away the opportunity for 4 years of college paid for not once but TWICE!! Ugh!! I have now reapplied for services. They won't approve me for my heart because it doesn't necessarily limit me. BUT I do have bone and joint problems due to some other congenital issues. I am actually participating in a study with the University Of California for a limb formation study due to a congenital defect. Hoping that will help my case along. Vocation Rehab is a wonderful service. I wish you two the best of luck!
It's wonderful that they are training you, because - Kitty
[ In Reply To ..]they would rather have you paying taxes and becoming reasonably self-sufficient again. Those tax dollars you will pay will offset the cost of training new disabled people like yourself-- it's a win-win situation.
But, my question is this: As well-meaning as the training may be, how do they, or do they, provide JOB PLACEMENT SERVICES as well?
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