Federal Grant Award Summary

The Massachusetts Office On Disability received a $228,820 formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Rehabilitation Services Client Assistance Program (CFDA 84.161), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. This grant funds the organization's core client assistance program (CAP) services, which advise and assist individuals with disabilities and applicants in understanding and accessing benefits under the Rehabilitation Act. The organization provides advocacy support, counseling, and information services to help clients navigate vocational rehabilitation and independent living service systems, resolve disputes with service providers, and exercise their rights as rehabilitation service recipients in Massachusetts.

As the Commonwealth's designated protection and advocacy system, the Massachusetts Office On Disability uses CAP funding to deliver services that inform clients about available rehabilitation benefits, guide applicants through service delivery processes, and provide representation in disputes with vocational rehabilitation agencies. The organization maintains comprehensive case records documenting clients and client-applicants served and operates under applicable Education Department regulations and administrative requirements governing federal grant management and accountability.