Oregon Department of Human Resources
Vocational Rehabilitation Division
Programs and Services
The Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation Division (VRD) assists Oregonians with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and independence. The services VRD provides benefit Oregonians and the Oregon economy. Families remain united, social service costs are reduced and the quality of life for people with disabilities is improved. VRD provides Rehabilitation Services for their customers.
Rehabilitation Services
The purpose of the Rehabilitation Services (RS) program is to provide assistance to meet the individual needs of eligible consumers. Services may include vocational counseling and guidance, evaluation, physical and mental restoration, skills training, job placement, and preparation for independent living. VRD offers services in collaboration and partnership with other state agencies, local community rehabilitation programs, independent living service providers, and business and industry. See How to Apply for Rehabilitation Services- Basic Vocational Rehabilitation is the primary program component. Services also include interagency projects, school-to-work transition services, and supported employment programs.
- Independent Living Rehabilitation provides services designed to assist persons with severe disabilities to live as independently as possible with their families or in their communities. These services include direct consumer services and a network of community based centers for independent living.