NH Vocational Rehabilitation

Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation

New Hampshire Vocational Rehabilitation (NHVR) is an agency within the Department of Education that helps persons with disabilities help themselves to get a job, keep the job, and develop a lifetime career. NHVR has seven regional offices throughout the state designed to assist persons with physical,

  • Finding a job
  • Preparing for a career
  • Maintaining a job
  • Advancing in employment

You can refer yourself or someone you know for VR services by contacting the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation or your regional VR office. You can also use the online portal linked here. Tell them you have a disability and need help getting a job. You will get some initial information about VR and an appointment date. You will learn more about VR at this first appointment, start the application process, and determine eligibility. After eligibility, you and your Rehabilitation Counselor will develop a plan to help you reach your employment goals. Everyone’s plans are different as they are based on your job goals and your needs. Once your plan is developed, NHVR continues to provide support and services for your success.

Please note that eligibility for VR services will be determined based on current medical information documenting your disability. For this reason, it would be helpful if any medical records that would assist in the eligibility process were brought to the first meeting. Also, include any of the following: Transcript of Grades, Current IEP, Current Class Schedule, Vocational Evaluation, OT/PT/Speech Reports, Psychological/Psychiatric Evaluations, WISC/WAIS, Reading Evaluation, and any other disability-related
records you have on file.

Services Available

Diagnostic Testing: This involves, if necessary, medical or psychological exams. These exams may be
used to determine your eligibility for VR services and your needs for specific types of services.

Vocational Evaluation: This involves aptitude, interest, and other specific tests to assist in planning for
the right job.

Vocational Counseling: Your counselor will help you decide which work opportunities are best for you.
This may lead to training, including On-the-Job, Technical, and Academic Training.

Job Placement: These services help you learn the skills to find and keep the right job and may include
training in writing a resume, practicing in doing interviews, and following job leads.

Independent Living Services: Information and Referral, Advocacy, Peer Counseling, Personal Care
Attendant Coordination, Home Modification, Service Coordination (case management), and Assistive
Technology may be available for individuals with severe disabilities.

Special Services: Physical and Mental Restoration: If you need medical treatment to correct, improve, or prevent the deterioration of your disability, this service may be provided so you can work.

Transition From School to Work: Transition services refer to the services youth with disabilities require to successfully adjust to work and community living.

Assistive Technology: VR will supply appropriate application of technological devices to support you in
performing in a job situation.

Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP): VR’s CRP comprises specific services and authorized service providers who work with NHVR Counselors and program Participants to maximize employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Services For The Blind And Vision Impaired: If you’re a New Hampshire resident who is blind or vision impaired, you may be eligible for VR services from SBVI. Our VR services—like those offered by VR New Hampshire to people with all types of disabilities—can transform your life by helping you prepare for, obtain, and succeed in a meaningful career. However, they also take into account needs that may be specific to people who are blind or vision impaired. Learn more by calling 603-271-3537.

Services for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Our VR services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or late-deafened—like those offered by VR New Hampshire to people with all types of disabilities—can transform your life by helping you prepare for, obtain, and retain meaningful employment. In addition, specific services are available to people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or late-deafened, including American Sign Language (ASL) users. Learn more by emailing Beth.A.Keller@doe.nh.gov


Support Services

  • Interpreter Services – may include foreign language, sign language, or oral interpreters.
  • Transportation – as needed during the VR program to complete the employment plan.

There is no charge for VR Services, however, customers may be required to financially participate in certain services in their Rehabilitation Program. Customers must also take advantage of any insurance or other programs for which they may be eligible.

Federal Legislation
Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
as amended; Title I, Parts A&B,
Sec. 100-111, 29 U.S.C. 720-731

State Regulations
ED 1000

NH Department of Education (DOE)
Division of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation
101 Pleasant St.
Concord, NH 03301
Telephone: (603) 271-3471 (V/TTY)
Website: https://www.education.nh.gov/who-we-are/deputy-commissioner/bureau-vocational-rehabilitation

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