Did you know one in four Californians identifies as living with a disability? On Tuesday, July 23 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., DOR Disability Access Services is presenting an informational webinar, Disability Awareness & Etiquette, where attendees will learn best practices for interacting professionally with people with disabilities and tools to create an inclusive workplace environment. Register now to reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/4eSZjDm.
California Department of Rehabilitation
Government Administration
Sacramento, CA 6,768 followers
Employment and Independent Living for Californians with Disabilities since 1963.
About us
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) is an employment and independent living resource for people with disabilities. DOR is the largest vocational rehabilitation provider in the United States. We serve individuals with significant physical and mental disabilities. Services are designed to help job-seekers with disabilities obtain competitive employment in integrated work settings. At DOR, we know that with guidance and support, individuals with disabilities can be fully integrated and highly productive community members, employees and colleagues. Our program participants are expected to be available, responsible, active, and dedicated contributors to their own success. The DOR also funds, administers, and supports 28 non-profit Independent Living Centers (ILCs) in communities throughout California. Each ILC provides services necessary to assist over 22,000 consumers annually to live independently and be productive in their community.
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http://www.dor.ca.gov/
External link for California Department of Rehabilitation
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Sacramento, CA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1963
- Specialties
- Disability employment, assisting job seekers with disabilities in California, Independent living, and benefits planning
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814, US
Employees at California Department of Rehabilitation
Updates
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Stigma feeds on silence. In honor of Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Mental Health America has tools to help you break down stigma around #mentalhealth in communities of color. Learn more at mhanational.org/july.
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July is Disability Pride Month! The Disability Unite Festival, a hybrid event, takes place on Sunday, July 14 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. ( PT). This year's theme is Championing Change: Past, Present, Future. All performances will be streamed so virtual attendees can enjoy music, arts, advocacy and more! To register, click on the link below: https://bit.ly/3XNxEO2.
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On Thursday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Community Living Campaign invites you to a Disability Pride Celebration at the San Francisco Public Library Latino Room, 1100 Larkin Street, Lower Level in San Francisco. Attendees can spin the wheel to play a large sized version of the Game of Life, participate in a panel discussion, and chat with fellow community members. This event is scent-free and the panel will be sign language interpreted. For questions or specific accommodations, email jennifer@sfcommunityliving.org. #DisabilityPride
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Meet A&G Electronics Recycling Angel, an EmployABILITY Champion and EmployABILITY Business Grant Recipient. A&G Recycling is using grant funds to create a state-of-the-art training program for individuals with disabilities in the electronics recycling industry! For more information on this EmployABILITY Champion and others, visit www.EmployABILITYCA.com. #EmployABILITYBusinessGrant #EmployABILITYChampion #Training #SmallBusiness #DepartmentOfRehabilitation #CareerEducation #InclusiveWorkplace
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Prepare for the care of your adult child or family member with a FREE six-week virtual course, The Future is Now, presented by The Arc of California. Every Wednesday, July 10 through August 14, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., attendees will learn a step-by-step process to help design a support plan for the future care of family members. Classes are available in both English and Spanish. ASL is also available upon request. Register today by clicking on the link below: https://bit.ly/4cjwWfN.
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Mark the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by attending a free webinar presented by the Great Lakes ADA Center on Tuesday, July 16 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Representatives from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and U.S. Department of Justice will provide an update on their litigation, technical assistance, and enforcement efforts. Attendees will have an opportunity to pose questions to the presenters regarding issues in their own workplace or community. Captioning and sign language interpreters will be available. Click on the link below to register: https://bit.ly/3zvrQ1m.
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ICYMI: Fifty years after the first checks were sent in 1974, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a federal program for people with disabilities and older adults, is experiencing some changes. Recently, CNBC reporter Lorie Konish explored what steps are being taken to reduce some of the restrictions that come with SSI benefits that may help more people access the program and qualify. Click on the link for the full story: https://cnb.cx/45WaHuh.
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Heading to the lake, river, pool or ocean this summer? Wear a life vest! Water-related accidents can happen suddenly and rapidly. TIP: You can borrow vests from state parks or fire departments if you do not have them. #ListosCalifornia
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