ACCES-VR
(ADULT CAREER CONTINUING EDUCATION SERVICES-VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
(ADULT CAREER CONTINUING EDUCATION SERVICES-VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
2025-2026 ACCES-VR Orientation Video can be viewed here.
I am available to meet 1:1 with you to review the ACCES-VR application both in person or virtually. I strongly encourage you to view the video prior to us meeting, and jotting down any questions or clarification you may need. We will submit the completed application, consents, and supporting documentation, once received by our designated VR Counselor, he will schedule a 1:1 intake appointment with your student.
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation
- ACCES-VR is a state agency that provides Vocational Rehabilitation Services within New York State
- 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 – 2 day or up to 10 day
o Monetary assistance to a course at a trade/vocational school
- The Following SERVICES are directly connected to FINANCIAL NEED
o Driver’s Training
o College Support – Monetary Assistance given only if you qualify for financial need up to SUNY rates
- Each plan created is individualized based on the student’s goals, but all plans lead to the goal of part or full time employment.
- 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.
Riverhead Satellite Office
524 East Main Street, Suite 206
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-727-6496
Fax 631-727-1043
Southold's Assigned VR Counselor;
Michael Nwaesei 631-727-6927
http://www.acces.nysed.gov/county/suffolk
For an ACCES-VR Application please contact me or you may find it at this link in many different languages:
http://www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/apply-vocational-rehabilitation-services
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RETURNED TO:
Nicole Helf- Transition & Career Coordinator, Southold UFSD
nhelf@southoldufsd.com
631-765-5081 Ext:1352