VESID

Adult Vocational Rehabilitation Services Index

VESID starts with the presumption that all persons with disabilities can benefit from vocational rehabilitation services and should have opportunities to- work in jobs integrated within their communities. VESID Counselors guide individuals through service programs they need to reach their employment goals.

At Our District Offices for Consumers:

• Start Here -> A Basic Guide
• Our handbook outlines eligibility requirements, next steps and services provided. 
• Locate a district office in your community.
• VESID works with students, families and school districts to coordinate appropriate services for students with disabilities who are leaving secondary education and entering adult vocational rehabilitation and related services (Transition).
• Independent living services can help people with disabilities learn to have more control over their own lives and to live more independently in their communities.
• Expectations are described in our rights and responsibilities brochure.
  • What can I do if I disagree with VESID's decision about my case?
  • The Client Assistance Program (CAP) is a statewide network of skilled advocates that assist New Yorkers with disabilities in getting the training, equipment and services needed for employment.
  • The Mediation Center or VESID can give you information about how mediation works and how it may solve your problem.
• The Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) is the plan needed to reach the agreed upon work goal. It is the road map to your vocational rehabilitation. These are provided in English and Spanish.
  • A Guide for Developing Your Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
  • Developing Your Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
  • Spanish - Un Guía para Diseñar Su Plan Individualizado de Empleo (IPE)
    
  • Spanish - Diseñando Su Plan Individualizado de Empleo (IPE)
• Additional Adult Rehabilitation Services Information (including laws, policies, and provider information).

Employers/Vendors/Contract Providers:

• Employers - Each year VESID assists hundreds of businesses in hiring qualified, dependable employees (Employer Services).
• If you design, manufacture, or sell equipment that may be useful by people with disabilities, or if you teach disabled people how to use such equipment, please contact VESID.
• Unified Contract Services
• Supported Employment
  

Partners (exit VESID):

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