Located in:
- Program-Specific Requirements for State Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General)
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services Portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan must include the following descriptions and estimates, as required by sections 101(a) and 606 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by title IV of WIOA.
- d. Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals
For the most recently completed program year, provide an evaluation and report of progress for the goals or priorities, including progress on the strategies under each goal or priority, applicable to that program year. Sections 101(a)(15) and 101(a)(23) of the Rehabilitation Act require VR agencies to describe—
- d. Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals
d. 3. The use of funds reserved for innovation and expansion activities (Sections 101(a)(18) and 101(a)(23) of the Rehabilitation Act) (e.g., SRC, SILC).
Current Narrative:
VR continued to support the Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council (INSILC) with I&E funds. These funds support the council in carrying out their core functions and meet goals outlined in the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The State Rehabilitation Counselor is also supported by BRS, including through the provision of communication accommodations, e.g., CART for public meetings and BRS personnel time for the coordination of council materials including meeting materials and the Annual Report. VR has also maintained a business and community engagement Director who has a presence across Indiana to share resources and educate businesses about opportunities to employ individuals with disabilities. She also provides technical assistance to VR staff to support local business engagement efforts.