Welcome to the Department of Rehabilitation - 
Employment, Independence, & Equality

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Services For Current Consumers

What Happens Next: Details on Service Eligibility

- Information on the assessment process, severity of disability and the status of waiting lists.

DOR Publications and Forms

- Several DOR forms and publications are available via the internet. DOR English forms and publications are also available in alternative formats. Information on ordering these and other items not available online is included.

Independent Living Information

- The Independent Living Section of the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is one part of California's Independent Living Network. The network is dedicated to the idea that communities become fully accessible and integrated so that all persons with disabilities can live, work, shop and play where they choose, without barriers. DOR administers the program in California and provides technical assistance and financial support for the independent living centers.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services Information

- The Department develops, purchases, provides, and advocates for programs and services in vocational rehabilitation, habilitation and independent living with a priority on service for persons with the most significant disabilities.

Services For The Blind & Visually Impaired

- The California Department of Rehabilitation, Blind Field Services (BFS) offer a variety of services for both individuals with visual impairments and employers.

Business Enterprises Program

- The Business Enterprises Program (BEP) provides Department consumers, who are legally blind, opportunities to be trained in the operation of cafeterias, vending stands, and snack bars, with the ultimate goal of becoming independent food service professionals in California.

Deaf & Hard Of Hearing Services

- The California Department of Rehabilitation, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services provides a wide range of vocational rehabilitation services to persons who are deaf, hard of hearing or late deafened.

Consumer Help

- Do you need help with your current DOR case?

What else does DOR do?

- How else can DOR help? Descriptions and links to specific service information.

Disability Access and Rights in California

- Information on disability access in California for both citizens and businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

- Still have questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).