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Opening opportunities for employment and community living for Virginians with disabilities
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“Every year, thousands of people with disabilities find jobs and leave behind Social Security disability benefits to support themselves and create better futures. As you think about going to work, Social Security wants you to be confident in your choice and to understand what Ticket to Work is all about.” Read more from this open message.
DRS congratulates the winners of the agency’s annual “Disability Employment Champions” awards. These statewide awards honor six individuals and organizations whose outstanding business and employment practices encourage all Virginians to contribute their skills, ideas and talents to the workforce. Learn more about the 2011 honorees.
Spring’s stormy weather means everyone needs to practice tornado safety at home, at work and at school. In light of the destruction and loss that Virginians experienced from tornadoes last year, it is even more important that everyone know what to do if a tornado warning is issued for their area. Learn what to do to stay safe during a tornado.
The goal of this initiative is to bring together area leaders to focus on accessible and affordable transportation, housing, and wrap-around support services to help Virginians — of all ages and abilities — live integrated lives in their communities. Find out more.
Due to fiscal constraints, on March 1, 2011 DRS closed all client categories under its vocational rehabilitation program’s Order of Selection. Learn more about the closing and its impact in this letter from Commissioner Jim Rothrock.