United Spinal Association is a national 501(c) (3) nonprofit membership organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of all people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), and providing support and information to loved ones, care providers and professionals. We believe no person should be excluded from opportunity based on their disability. OurContinue reading “United Spinal Association”
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Veterans Affairs (VA)
The Department of Veteran’s Affairs offers the following to eligible service-connected disabled veterans: 1) services leading to suitable employment and/or 2) services leading to more independence in daily living. The federal VA website has a great deal of information on VA Programs, veteran’s benefits, VA facilities worldwide and more. Veterans and their dependents are servedContinue reading “Veterans Affairs (VA)”
Vocational Rehabilitation
Helping citizens disabilities achieve independence through employment is the goal of vocational rehabilitation services. Vocational rehabilitation organizations offer services like job readiness training, job coaching, job placement assistance, orientation and mobility training for people who are blind, assistive technology assessments, as well as services to employers who hire people with disabilities. Eligibility Requirements An individualContinue reading “Vocational Rehabilitation”
Workers’ Compensation
State laws vary on requirements for employers to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance on their employees, however it is usually based on the number of workers employed. This insurance is to cover expenses the employee might accumulate from any work-related injuries (the definition of work-related injuries varies by state). Private insurance carriers actually provide the insuranceContinue reading “Workers’ Compensation”