What's Happening
- Virginia Transition Forum 2009 - “We’re All in This Together”
- Governor Kaine Announces $1.7 million in Wounded Warrior Grants
- DMHMRSAS Commissioner Encourages Others to Consider Their Use of the "R-Word"
- Virginia Easy Access: New on-line resource tool for seniors, adults with disabilities, caregivers, and providers
- March 17, 2009, Norfolk, VA—WVEC-TV13 (ABC) visits students with disabilities at the Virginia Transition Forum 2009.
- New Report: Virginia Cited as National Leader in Results-Based Budgeting
- Firm Recycles Medical Supplies: More People Need Medical Supplies as They Lose Insurance Coverage
- The CNI Trust Fund Advisory Board issues RFP #09-228: Option-B Community based Rehabilitative Programs/Services
- 2008 SRC Annual Report
- Accessibility for Hunters with Disabilities.
- Social Security Announces Nationwide Launch of Compassionate Allowances.
- ADA Amendments Act Restores Vital Civil Rights Protections for Americans with Disabilities.
- Why disabled techies rock.
- The "Money Follows the Person" (MFP) project is now underway.
- Comprehensive Preparedness Guide for Special Needs Populations.
- Official launch of Virginia Easy Access.
- Governor Kaine Announces Federal Approval to Provide Personal Assistance Services to Workers with Disabilities.
- The Governor's Plan for Workforce Development Workforce Investment Act: State Partner Memorandum of Instruction and Understandings.
- Virginia gets Top Grade in Performance.
- CIL Consumer Satisfaction Survey results presented to the Disability Commission
- Virginia's Comprehensive Cross - Governmental Strategic Plan
- 2008-2010 Agency Strategic Plan and Service Area Plans
Welcome to the DRS Web Site
Services to People with Disabilities
Employment
Employment Services help people with disabilities get ready for, find, and keep a job. We have a residential training and medical rehabilitation center known as Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center, as well as Offices located across Virginia. The Agency also partners with a network of community rehabilitation providers, also known as Employment Services Organizations (ESOs) . These organizations provide Employment and Vocational Services throughout the state. For students with disabilities moving from high school to further education, work or independence, DRS collaborates with schools in providing Transition Services. DRS also works with federally funded One Stop Centers to provide workforce services to persons with disabilities. A special program supporting this effort is the Disability Program Navigator initiative.
Community Based Services
The DRS Community Based Services Division administers several programs that support individuals with significant disabilities to maximize their independence, employment, and full inclusion into society. Individuals do not have to be recipients of Vocational Rehabilitation services to be eligible for the CBS Division programs which include Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury Services; Community Rehabilitation Case Management Services; Personal Assistance Services; Disability Services Boards; and Independent Living Services.
Assistive Technology / Devices and Equipment
Assistive Technology Services directly assist individuals with disabilities in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. An assistive technology device is defined as any item, piece of equipment, or product system whether acquired commercially off the shelf, modified or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.
Disability Determination
Disability Determination Services process disability claims for benefits under the Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income Disability Programs.
Services to Employers
DRS Business Services
DRS Business Services is dedicated to helping companies increase their competitive advantage through promoting diversity in the workplace. Find out how the workforce of the future can work for you!
Our Mission and Values
Mission Statement
In partnership with people with disabilities and their families, the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services collaborates with the public and private sectors to provide and advocate for the highest quality services that empower individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and full inclusion into society.
Shared Values
- We value creative problem solving, collaboration, and teamwork in recognizing and responding to customer needs.
- We value services that are customer focused.
- We value customer, partner, and employee input to continually improve processes, services, and results.
- We value accessibility, awareness of the needs of people with disabilities, and advocacy for resources to meet those needs.
- We value fairness, respect, and responsiveness in our actions and communications.
- We value recognizing and rewarding excellence and innovation, and the continuous development of all staff.
- We value providing the highest quality services, while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- We value a secure work environment, employee health and wellness, and diversity in our workforce.
- We value honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.