Rehabilitation Services
Rehabilitation Services works with individuals who have disabilities, providing a variety of services. The services include but are not limited to: vocational planning, employment information and referral services. They also provide guidance in maintaining employment.
Services are delivered by 355 branch staff and 140 state certified community agencies though three major statewide programs.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services: basic vocational rehabilitation services to consumers including vocational counseling, planning, guidance and placement. specialized services based on individual needs are also provided.
Extended Employment: on-going employment support services to individuals in a variety of work settings including community rehabilitation program sites, community-based group sites, and community-based individual sites.
Independent Living: comprehensive services to people with severe disabilities to enhance their ability to live independently, function in their homes and with their families and to participate in their communities.
Funding Source and Allocation: Funding is through federal grants, Department of Education funds, and state and local funds.
Statutory Authority : Minnesota Statutes 268A and the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended; and the Social Security Act.
For More Information on Rehabilitation Services Programs near you click here, or contact:
Kimberley Peck, Director
Department of Employment and Economic Development
Rehabilitation Services Branch
First National Bank Building
332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
651.259.7366
800.328.9095
651.296.3900 TTY
800.657.3973 TTY
651.297.5159 Fax
800.627.3529 Minnesota Relay Service
877.672.3848 Speech-to-Speech Telephone Re-Voice