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The Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) program is the element within the VA which assists veterans with service-related injuries achieve suitable employment or enhance their ability to function independently at home and in the community.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services Include:

• Assistance in finding and maintaining suitable employment
• An evaluation of your abilities, skills, interests, and needs
• Vocational counseling and planning
• If needed, training such as on-the-job and non-paid work experiences
• If needed, educational training such as certificate, two, or four-year college programs
• Supportive rehabilitation services and additional counseling

   

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Independent Living Services Include:

• An evaluation to determine your independent living needs
• Training in activities of daily living
• Guidance and support throughout your rehabilitation program
• Technological assistance
• Personal adjustment counseling
• In some cases, training to improve your ability to reach a vocational goal

VR&E Also Provides:

• Vocational and educational guidance and counseling to assist service-members, veterans, and certain veterans' dependents in selecting an appropriate career goal and training institution
• Vocational training to certain Vietnam veterans' children with spina bifida