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Virginia Department for Aging
and Rehabilitative Services

DARS

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services

Virginia Department for Aging
and Rehabilitative Services
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  • About
    • About DARS
      Services to improve jobs, quality of life, security, and independence of Virginians
    • News
      Program updates, successes, the latest stories and resources for the people we serve
    • Divisions & Programs
      DARS is made up of multiple divisions ready to serve Virginians
    • Calendar
      Events, meetings, and opportunities to connect with DARS and our partners
    • Boards & Councils
      Bringing together lived experience, partners and experts to guide DARS' work
    • Job Opportunities
      Would you like to work for a Disability Services Agency?
  • Employment Services
    • Employment Overview
      DARS' services to employ disabled Virginians and strengthen the workforce
    • For Individuals
      DARS helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep a job
    • For Businesses
      Hiring individuals with disabilities through DARS can benefit your business in many ways
    • For Students
      Helping students with disabilities ages 14+ transition into employment
    • For Parents
      DARS can help your child with disabilities achieve their highest level of employment
    • For Providers
      Info for current and potential vocational rehabilitation providers across the state
  • Aging Services
    • Aging Services Overview
      Helping older adults live independently and with dignity in the communities they love
    • Long-Term Care
      Long-term care decisions and support for your loved one
    • Find Your Local Aging Agency
      Most of our aging services are provided by local offices in your community
    • Dementia Services
      Help and resources for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers
    • Home & Community Based Services
      Services and supports, such as meals, transportation and care for older Virginians
    • Senior Employment Program
      Helping low-income, age 55+ adults get back in to the workforce
    • Caregiver Support
      Information and services to support you and your loved ones in the caregiving journey
    • Virginia Easy Access
      Your trusted resource for finding services and connecting with local support.
  • Disability Programs
    • Disability Programs Overview
      DARS helps people with disabilities live, work, and thrive in their communities
    • Brain Injury Services
      Connecting people with brain injuries to resources and information
    • Centers for Independent Living
      Non-residential places of support run by and for people with disabilities
    • Personal Assistance Services
      Self-managed attendant care for people with severe disabilities
    • Assistive Technology
      Helps people with disabilities get devices to help them live, work and learn
    • Public Guardianship
      Contracts with providers across Virginia to serve as public guardians for eligible adults
    • Virginia Guardian Training
      All guardians, public or private, must complete this training
    • Long-Term Rehabilitation Case Management
      Connects people with disabilities to services that help them live more independently
  • Benefits
    • Benefits Overview
      Access and navigate essential benefits like Disability, Medicaid and Medicare
    • Auxiliary Grant
      Gives money to Virginians with low income to help them pay for housing
    • Medicare Counseling
      VICAP helps you understand your Medicare benefits through no-cost counseling
    • Disability Determination
      Helps make medical determinations on disability claims filed under SSDI and SSI
    • Medicaid Managed Care Advocates
      Helps Cardinal Care recipients navigate and solve problems with their healthcare
  • Safety & Security
    • Safety & Security Overview
      Recognizing and reporting abuse, neglect and exploitation
    • Recognizing Abuse
      What is abuse, neglect or exploitation? Learn to spot the signs
    • File a Report
      If you suspect your loved one is being abused, neglected, or exploited, file a report
    • Mandated Reporters
      Some professions are required by law to report suspected abuse

Home Employment Services For Individuals Pathways to Careers Program

  • For Individuals
  • Find Your Local Rehabilitative Services Office
  • Vocational Rehabilitation Process
  • FAQs
  • Alternative Hiring Process Letter
    • Request an AHP Letter
  • Pathways to Careers Program
  • Resources for Job Hunters
  • Get Started

Pathways to Careers Program

The Pathways to Careers Program complements the services offered by vocational rehabilitation counselors to help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and succeed in meaningful careers in high-demand industries, including:

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  • Apprenticeships
  • STEM-H careers
  • State government jobs
Visit the Pathways Program Website

This program is managed by the Division of Rehabilitative Services.

Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
5620 Cox Rd
Glen Allen, VA 23060

Phone: 804-662-7000
Videophone: 804-325-1316

Email: dars@dars.virginia.gov

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