LRS 2010 STATE PLAN PUBLIC MEETING LOCATIONS
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) is the state agency that administers the public Vocational Rehabilitation Program for persons with disabilities in Louisiana.
Effective July 1, 2010 LRS was transferred to the Louisiana
Workforce Commission from the Department of Social Services.
As a result of this transfer, the 2011 State Plan must be revised.
LRS will hold statewide public meetings to inform you of the revisions and provide an opportunity for you to express your views, opinions, concerns and comments.
Date & Time Location
Thursday, August 19th, 2pm-4pm NEW ORLEANS
UNO - Oliver St. Pe/TRAC Building
2000 Lakeshore Drive, Conference Room 101
Friday, August 20th, 1pm-3pm BATON ROUGE
LRS Regional Office
3651 Cedarcrest Avenue, Conference Room
Monday, August 23rd, 10am-12pm MONROE
LRS Regional Office, State Office Building
122 St. John Street, Conference Room
Monday, August 23rd, 2pm-4:pm SHREVEPORT
LRS Regional Office
1525 Fairfield Avenue, Conference Room
Tuesday, August 24th, 10am-12pm ALEXANDRIA
LRS Regional Office
900 Murray Street, 1st Floor Conference Room
Wednesday, August 25th, 10am-Noon LAKE CHARLES
LRS Regional Office,
3616 Kirkman Street, Conference Room
Wednesday, August 25th, 2pm-4pm LAFAYETTE
LRS Regional Office, Conference Room
Brandywine VI, 825 Kaliste Saloom Road
Thursday, August 26th, 2pm-4pm THIBODAUX
LRS Regional Office
1442 Tiger Drive, Conference Room
Interpreters for deaf/hard-of-hearing will be available at all sites.
We look forward to seeing you and invite your participation. Comments
will be recorded.
If you are unable to attend but would like to provide comments, you can send written comments through September 3, 2010 to the
following:
LRS Public Meetings, P.O. Box 91297, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9297.
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Saturday, August 14, 2010
Friday, May 15, 2009
LA Rehabilitation Council Meeting
The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council advises Louisiana Rehabilitative Services regarding people with disabilities and issues regarding employment and continuing education or vocational skills training in order to become employed.
Too few people with disabilities are employed in Louisiana although the majority of people with disabilities can work full or part time. Employment offers people with disabilities the same thing it offers anyone else: the opportunity to earn money, the opportunity to become self sufficient, the opportunity to interact with others and develop friendships, the opportunity to feel valued and useful.
Advisory councils like the LRC need to hear from the people they represent. Come to the meeting which is open to the public. Give public comment. Hear a consumer tell his/her story, hear the Director of the La Rehabilitative Services. Here is the agenda:
Louisiana Rehabilitation Council
Meeting Agenda
May 21-22, 2009
LRS Baton Rouge Regional Office
3651 Cedarcrest Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(800) 737-2959
Thursday, May 21, 2008
9:00 a.m. Call to Order and Opening Comments Nellie Stokes Perry
9:10 a.m. Welcome Mark Martin
9:30 a.m. Directorfs Comments Roseland Starks
10:45 a.m. BREAK
11:00 a.m. Business Meeting Nellie Stokes Perry
œ Approval of Meeting Minutes
œ Election of new Officers
œ Schedule 09-10 meeting dates
12:00 p.m. LUNCH
1:00 p.m. Business Meeting (continued)
œ Committee Reports
Legislative Committee
Employment Committee
1:45 p.m. BREAK
2:00 p.m. Consumer Story
2:30 p.m. PUBLIC FORUM
3:00 p.m. BREAK
3:15 p.m. œ Committee Reports (continued)
Transition Committee
Consumer Satisfaction Committee
Policy/Procedure Committee
œ Conference Reports
4:00 p.m. Adjourn
Friday, May 22, 2008
9:00 a.m. Call to Order and Opening Comments Nellie Stokes Perry
Business Meeting (continued)
œ Staff Report
9:30 a.m. Speaker Robin Schooling
10:45 a.m. BREAK
11:00 a.m. Business Meeting (continued) Nellie Stokes Perry
œ Parking Lot
œ Determination of Agenda items for next meeting
11:30 a.m. Adjourn
ALL MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
LRC Liaison: Kandy Baker LCSW at (225) 219-2933 or 1-800-737-2958. If you need special accommodations (i.e. interpreter), please advise prior to the meeting
Too few people with disabilities are employed in Louisiana although the majority of people with disabilities can work full or part time. Employment offers people with disabilities the same thing it offers anyone else: the opportunity to earn money, the opportunity to become self sufficient, the opportunity to interact with others and develop friendships, the opportunity to feel valued and useful.
Advisory councils like the LRC need to hear from the people they represent. Come to the meeting which is open to the public. Give public comment. Hear a consumer tell his/her story, hear the Director of the La Rehabilitative Services. Here is the agenda:
Louisiana Rehabilitation Council
Meeting Agenda
May 21-22, 2009
LRS Baton Rouge Regional Office
3651 Cedarcrest Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(800) 737-2959
Thursday, May 21, 2008
9:00 a.m. Call to Order and Opening Comments Nellie Stokes Perry
9:10 a.m. Welcome Mark Martin
9:30 a.m. Directorfs Comments Roseland Starks
10:45 a.m. BREAK
11:00 a.m. Business Meeting Nellie Stokes Perry
œ Approval of Meeting Minutes
œ Election of new Officers
œ Schedule 09-10 meeting dates
12:00 p.m. LUNCH
1:00 p.m. Business Meeting (continued)
œ Committee Reports
Legislative Committee
Employment Committee
1:45 p.m. BREAK
2:00 p.m. Consumer Story
2:30 p.m. PUBLIC FORUM
3:00 p.m. BREAK
3:15 p.m. œ Committee Reports (continued)
Transition Committee
Consumer Satisfaction Committee
Policy/Procedure Committee
œ Conference Reports
4:00 p.m. Adjourn
Friday, May 22, 2008
9:00 a.m. Call to Order and Opening Comments Nellie Stokes Perry
Business Meeting (continued)
œ Staff Report
9:30 a.m. Speaker Robin Schooling
10:45 a.m. BREAK
11:00 a.m. Business Meeting (continued) Nellie Stokes Perry
œ Parking Lot
œ Determination of Agenda items for next meeting
11:30 a.m. Adjourn
ALL MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
LRC Liaison: Kandy Baker LCSW at (225) 219-2933 or 1-800-737-2958. If you need special accommodations (i.e. interpreter)
Friday, April 24, 2009
La Rehab Cuts Services
As a member of the state Louisiana Rehab Council I was sent a copy of a Memo from Roseland Starks, Director of Louisiana Rehabilitative Services to LRS staff statewide regarding Cost Services - LRS Consumers dated 4/13/09. The memo is about reducing services because of budget cuts. I have pasted the memo below.
"As you are all aware, LRS received a mid-year budget reduction for SFY (state fiscal year) 2009. Therefore, at 4:30 pm today, April 13, 2009 cost services can only be provided to existing cases in Service status, referrals and new cases classified as Order of Selection Groups 1 and 2. This means:
1. All order of Selection, Order 3-5, consumers in Eligible status who have not had IPE developed and signed by the consumer as of April 13, 2009 shall be placed in Delayed status.
Regional Managers are to compile a list of all IPE's that have already been developed and signed by the consumer as of April 13, 2009, but have not been either approved by the District Supervisor and/or had an authorization entered into AWARE, and submit the list, along with the last page of the IPE, showing the consumer's signature. This list is to be forwarded to Ken York, Assistant Director, by close of business, Thursday, April 16, 2009.
2. Counselors can obtain diagnostic services on both new referrals and on Consumers in Applicant status. However, counselors must use prudence and justice in authorizing additional diagnostic services. Every effort should be made to obtain and use any appropriate existing information.
3. Eligibility decisions are to be made on all new referrals and existing cases in Applicant status. Those cases that are then determined eligible for Order of Selection Category 1 and 2 can be moved to eligible and Served. Those cases determined eligible in Order of Selection Categories 3-5 must be moved to Delayed status.
"As you are all aware, LRS received a mid-year budget reduction for SFY (state fiscal year) 2009. Therefore, at 4:30 pm today, April 13, 2009 cost services can only be provided to existing cases in Service status, referrals and new cases classified as Order of Selection Groups 1 and 2. This means:
1. All order of Selection, Order 3-5, consumers in Eligible status who have not had IPE developed and signed by the consumer as of April 13, 2009 shall be placed in Delayed status.
Regional Managers are to compile a list of all IPE's that have already been developed and signed by the consumer as of April 13, 2009, but have not been either approved by the District Supervisor and/or had an authorization entered into AWARE, and submit the list, along with the last page of the IPE, showing the consumer's signature. This list is to be forwarded to Ken York, Assistant Director, by close of business, Thursday, April 16, 2009.
2. Counselors can obtain diagnostic services on both new referrals and on Consumers in Applicant status. However, counselors must use prudence and justice in authorizing additional diagnostic services. Every effort should be made to obtain and use any appropriate existing information.
3. Eligibility decisions are to be made on all new referrals and existing cases in Applicant status. Those cases that are then determined eligible for Order of Selection Category 1 and 2 can be moved to eligible and Served. Those cases determined eligible in Order of Selection Categories 3-5 must be moved to Delayed status.
Cindy L. Arceneaux (carceneaux@laptic.org)
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
The Louisiana Rehabilitative Council is looking for new members
The Louisiana Rehabilitative Council is looking for new members.
Are you an adult with a disability?
Are you a representative of a advocacy group for people with disabilities?
Do you represent business, industry and labor?
Please consider applying to Boards and Commission for membership on the Louisiana Rehabilitation Council. Contact Kandy Baker (225) 219-2933 or toll free at 1-800-737-2958. E-mail: kbaker1@dss.state.la.us
The Louisiana Rehabilitative Council has membership openings in these categories:
1) Business, Industry, and Labor
2) Current or former VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) applicants and
3) Disability Advocacy Groups representing individuals with disabilities.
The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council listens to the concerns of those with disability issues, reviews, analyzes and evaluates the state rehabilitation program, collaborates with other state agencies, organizations and consumer groups.
Role of the Louisiana Rehabilitation council
The LRC consults with and advises LRS on the performance of its responsibilities under Title I of the Rehabilitation Act, particularly in the areas related to eligibility, extent, and scope of services provided. The Council also conducts a review and analysis of the effectiveness of, and consumer satisfaction with, rehabilitation services. An annual report is prepared to reflect the Council's work and the Council's perception of the status of the rehabilitation program in Louisiana.
Recommendations for appointment by the Governor to the LRC are obtained from representatives of a broad range of individuals, including persons with disabilities; service providers, disability advocates; and representatives from business, industry, and labor. A majority of the membership of LRC must be individuals with disabilities.
Who Composes the Membership of the LRC?
One representative of the State Independent Living Council.
One representative of a parent training information center.
One representative of the Client Assistance Program (CAP).
One representative of the Community Rehabilitation Program.
Four representatives of Business/Industry/Labor.
Twelve representatives of
Individuals with physical, cognitive sensory and mental disabilities.
Representatives of individuals with disabilities that have difficulty representing themselves.
Current or former applicants for, or recipients of, vocational rehabilitation services.
One representative of the State Workforce Investment Board.
One representative of the State Department of Education.
One representative of 121 Project.
One representative that is a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
The Director of the State Designated Unit.
If you would like to be considered for membership on the Council or would like more information about the LRC, you can contact Kandy Baker (225) 219-2933 or toll free at 1-800-737-2958. E-mail: kbaker1@dss.state.la.us .
When and where does the LRC meet?
The LRC holds quarterly meetings in different areas of the State.
Louisiana Rehabilitation Council Meeting Calendar
January 15 – 16, 2009: Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)
March 19 – 20, 2009: Lafayette – (Public Forum)
May 21 – 22, 2009: Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)
History of the Louisiana Rehabilitation Council
The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council was established in compliance with federal regulations governing the Rehabilitation Act (P.L. 102-569). The LRC works with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) to ensure the involvement of individuals with disabilities in the development and delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to Louisianans with disabilities.
Are you an adult with a disability?
Are you a representative of a advocacy group for people with disabilities?
Do you represent business, industry and labor?
Please consider applying to Boards and Commission for membership on the Louisiana Rehabilitation Council. Contact Kandy Baker (225) 219-2933 or toll free at 1-800-737-2958. E-mail: kbaker1@dss.
The Louisiana Rehabilitative Council has membership openings in these categories:
1) Business, Industry, and Labor
2) Current or former VR (Vocational Rehabilitation) applicants and
3) Disability Advocacy Groups representing individuals with disabilities.
The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council listens to the concerns of those with disability issues, reviews, analyzes and evaluates the state rehabilitation program, collaborates with other state agencies, organizations and consumer groups.
Role of the Louisiana Rehabilitation council
The LRC consults with and advises LRS on the performance of its responsibilities under Title I of the Rehabilitation Act, particularly in the areas related to eligibility, extent, and scope of services provided. The Council also conducts a review and analysis of the effectiveness of, and consumer satisfaction with, rehabilitation services. An annual report is prepared to reflect the Council's work and the Council's perception of the status of the rehabilitation program in Louisiana.
Recommendations for appointment by the Governor to the LRC are obtained from representatives of a broad range of individuals, including persons with disabilities; service providers, disability advocates; and representatives from business, industry, and labor. A majority of the membership of LRC must be individuals with disabilities.
Who Composes the Membership of the LRC?
One representative of the State Independent Living Council.
One representative of a parent training information center.
One representative of the Client Assistance Program (CAP).
One representative of the Community Rehabilitation Program.
Four representatives of Business/Industry/
Twelve representatives of
Individuals with physical, cognitive sensory and mental disabilities.
Representatives of individuals with disabilities that have difficulty representing themselves.
Current or former applicants for, or recipients of, vocational rehabilitation services.
One representative of the State Workforce Investment Board.
One representative of the State Department of Education.
One representative of 121 Project.
One representative that is a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
The Director of the State Designated Unit.
If you would like to be considered for membership on the Council or would like more information about the LRC, you can contact Kandy Baker (225) 219-2933 or toll free at 1-800-737-2958. E-mail: kbaker1@dss.
When and where does the LRC meet?
The LRC holds quarterly meetings in different areas of the State.
Louisiana Rehabilitation Council Meeting Calendar
January 15 – 16, 2009: Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)
March 19 – 20, 2009: Lafayette – (Public Forum)
May 21 – 22, 2009: Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)
History of the Louisiana Rehabilitation Council
The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council was established in compliance with federal regulations governing the Rehabilitation Act (P.L. 102-569). The LRC works with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) to ensure the involvement of individuals with disabilities in the development and delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to Louisianans with disabilities.
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