ACCES-VR is a state agency that provides Vocational Rehabilitation Services within NYS
ACCES-VR creates an individualized employment plan for each client that can include:
o Assistance in finding a job, resume writing, job coaching, interview skills, work readiness training, etc.
o Vocational Assessments prior to job developing
o Monetary assistance to a course at a trade/vocational school (this does not require a financial need)
The Following SERVICES are directly connected to FINANCIAL NEED
o Driver’s Training
o College Support
All students with disabilities can apply for ACCES-VR services – Students who are legally blind will receive vocational services through the Commission for the Blind.
For More Information Regarding :
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation
To Apply for ACCES-VR Services: https://www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/vrapply
Suffolk County Locations:
Hauppauge District Office
NYS Office Building
250 Veterans Highway
Hauppauge, NY 11788
General Information Phone: 631-952-6357
Fax: 631-952-5826
Riverhead Satellite Office
524 East Main Street
Suite 206
Riverhead, NY 11901
General Phone: 631-727-6496
Fax: 631-727-1043
http://www.acces.nysed.gov/county/suffolk
Direct Links to ACCES-VR videos
Video 1 - ACCES-VR - Your Journey to Employment Begins Today - https://vimeo.com/483375715
Video 2 - How to Apply for ACCES-VR Services - https://vimeo.com/483376397
Video 3 - Do You Want a Job the Requires a College Degree? - https://vimeo.com/483376782