DORS receives federal and State funds to support its services. There are certain policies in place that help make sure that vocational rehabilitation funds are available to assist as many people as possible.
Payment for services
The DORS counselor will provide information about who pays for the cost of services. There is no payment required for career guidance and counseling, testing and job placement. There is a sliding scale based on family income for most other services.
There is a separate financial policy for college or university training.
People who receive Social Security disability benefits are not required to contribute to the cost of services.
Other funding sources
DORS counselors help look for other sources of funding for most services. DORS will only pay for services that have been pre-approved and authorized.
DORS will help eligible consumers find out:
No-charge services
Certain services do not require financial contribution from the consumer:
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