The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Vocational Rehabilitation/Disability Determinations division, has been awarded a $35,199,276 Formula Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services. This federal funding is provided under the Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation Grants to States program (CFDA 84.126) for the period of October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025.
The grant supports the delivery of comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities in Missouri. These services are designed to help participants prepare for, secure, and maintain employment aligned with their individual strengths, resources, and informed choices. The grant funding covers a wide range of support services including vocational assessments, career counseling, job training, placement assistance, workplace accommodations, assistive technologies, and independent living supports. The Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation division will utilize the grant funding to provide these services directly and through sub-awards to local workforce boards, non-profit organizations, and community partners to expand service delivery statewide.
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