Public meetings
Comments sought on the Program Year 2022 two-year modification of the Vocational Rehabilitation Portion of the WV Combined State Plan for Program Years 2020-2023
The Division will host a public meeting to allow for public input on the draft Program Year 2022 two-year modification of the Vocational Rehabilitation Section of the Combined State Plan.
To participate by computer, tablet or smartphone, join the Zoom Meeting using this link.
To participate by telephone, dial one of the numbers below
1-646-876-9923
1-301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 857 5261 6916
Passcode: 213054
| Topic: | Virtual Public Meeting |
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| Date | February 23, 2022 |
| Time: | 5 PM – 6 PM (Eastern Daylight Time) |
The Division will accept comments on changes to the draft Program Year 2022 two-year modification of the Vocational Rehabilitation Portion of the WV Combined State Plan through March 2, 2022. Written or emailed comments must be received no later than March 2, 2022.
| Email: | Joseph Hampton |
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| Mail: | West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services Administrative Offices State Capitol PO Box 50890 Charleston, WV 25305-0890 Attention: Joseph Hampton |
| FAX: | 304-558-1421 |
Questions may be directed to Joseph Hampton at 1-800-642-8207 or 304-356-2093.
Agency Response to Public Comments on Draft Program Year 2022 Two-year Modification of the Vocational Rehabilitation Portion of the WV Combined State Plan for Program Years 2020-2023
The West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) sought public input on the draft Program Year 2022 two-year modification of the Vocational Rehabilitation Portion of the WV Combined State Plan for Program Years 2020-2023. West Virginians with disabilities and other vocational rehabilitation stakeholders were encouraged to review and comment on the documents, which were posted on the DRS website on February 15, 2022, with a public comment period through March 2, 2022. DRS held a virtual public meeting (via Zoom and phone) on February 23, 2022, from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. During this meeting, DRS presented a summary of the draft modifications and gave time for participants to make comments and/or ask questions. DRS requested comments be submitted in writing via email, fax, or mail.
Public Comment:
DRS received one written response during the public comment period.
Summary of Comment:
The commenter recommended that DRS ensure VR applicants and consumers are informed about Social Security's Ticket to Work program in addition to benefits counseling.
DRS Response to Comment:
DRS appreciates the comment and agrees that benefits counseling is an important tool for agency staff to inform and assist consumers, especially those eligible for the Ticket to Work program. DRS works with and consults the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities and will continue to train DRS counselors and other staff to ensure they are able to provide this valuable information to consumers.
