What's Happening
- Required Addendum to CNI RFP 10-002
- CNI Trust Fund Releases RFP 10-002
- Deaf Jobseeker Delivers 30 Seconds Pitch on CNN
- October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Nine Receive Honors for ‘Championing’ Disability Employment
- Virginia Named “State of the Year” by CG/LA Infrastructure
- GED and Lifelong Learning Awareness Week (October 19-23)
- Survey of wireless technology use by people with disabilities
- Brain Injury Report Out Day: Virginia Brain Injury State Action Plan 2009-2013
- Governor Announces $500,000 in Economic Development Grant Funding From ARRA
- Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2009 – Presidential Proclamation
- The Facts about Tardive Dyskinesia (TD)
- Parade Article (07/12/2009) - Can Brains Be Saved: Medical breakthroughs are bringing new hope to people with traumatic brain injuries
- Governor Kaine announces Virginia Recognized Among "Five Best States to Start a Business"
- Governor Kaine Announces Latest No. 1 Pro-Business Ranking for Virginia
- WWRC Celebrates Grand Opening of Rothrock Hall
- President Obama Commemorates 10-year Anniversary of Olmstead Decision and Announces New Initiatives to Assist Americans with Disabilities
- Governor Kaine Unveils Partnership with Microsoft to Offer Job Training
- Former DRS Commissioner Al Dickerson receives the Jean C. Harris Award for Excellence given by Hanover Community Services.
- Addendum #1 for RFP #10-003
- Virginia Transition Forum 2009 - “We’re All in This Together”
- Governor Kaine Announces $1.7 million in Wounded Warrior Grants
- 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.
- 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
- Social Security Announces Nationwide Launch of Compassionate Allowances.
- ADA Amendments Act Restores Vital Civil Rights Protections for Americans with Disabilities.
- Comprehensive Preparedness Guide for Special Needs Populations.
- 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.
- October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
- Read the Governor's Proclamation: PDF | Word
- Read about Virginians Champions of Disability Employment Award Winners
- 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 Services Coordination; Community Rehabilitation Case Management Services; Independent Living Services, Personal Assistance 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.
