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Public Announcement

​ASL vlog for OVR State Plan Meetings

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Office of Vocational Rehabilitation State Plan Forum Announcement

​Click here to view the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation portion of the State Plan

The following areas that may be of particular interest as we look forward to developing the new OVR State Plan: State’s Strategies (Section O, pg. 110-130); Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals (Section P, 130-138); and Quality, Scope, and Extent of Supported Employment Services (Section Q, 138-143)​​.​

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The Public Forum schedule follows:


  • Virtual Public Forum: 10:00AM – 11:00AM (EST), September 19th

Meeting ID: 875 1780 7873

  • ​Virtual Public Forum: 6:30PM – 7:30PM (EST), September 19th
Meeting ID: 840 0365 9881
Passcode: 092507

  • Thelma (In-person and Virtual Option): 6:30PM - 7:30PM (EST), October 17th, Carl D. Perkins Vocational Training Center, 5659 Mainstreet, Thelma, KY, 41260.​

Meeting ID: 889 2331 3649
Passcode: 360171​
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  • Louisville (In-person and Virtual Option): 10:00AM – 11:00AM (EST), October 24th, Charles W. McDowell Center for the Blind, 8412 Westport Rd., Louisville, KY 40242

Meeting ID: 892 9166 2133
Passcode: 987231

  • Louisville (In-person and Virtual Option): 6:30PM – 7:30PM (EST), October 24th, Charles W. McDowell Center for the Blind, 8412 Westport Rd., Louisville, KY 40242 

Click here to join​         
Meeting ID: 856 6796 1701
Passcode: 064734​



​Kentuckians who are unable to attend a forum may send comments through October 31st, 2023. Comments may be sent in writing to the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, 500 Mero Street, 1st FL., Frankfort, KY 40601, via e-mail to WFD.VOCREHAB@ky.gov​ or call (800) 372-7172. If any reasonable accommodations for a disability are required for participation at a public forum, please call Brooke McDaniel at (502)782-3494 at least 10 days before the forum.​

The public also has the opportunity to ask questions regarding the topics mentioned; however, the public will be provided answers to the questions after all forums have been complete and no later than November 30th. Answers to forum questions will be posted on the OVR website.​

​​For more information, please contact Lametta Isaacs​, Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator at the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. For more information on attending virtually, please contact Brooke McDaniel via email or by phone at (502) 782-3494. 


Vision

All Kentuckians with disabilities have an opportunity to be an essential part of Kentucky's workforce and their communities.

Mission

To empower Kentuckians with disabilities to maximize independence and economic security through competitive, integrated employment.

Core Values

OVR recognizes and respects the talents and contributions of all individuals as a vital part of a productive society. Therefore, OVR values:

  • The rights, merit, and dignity of all persons with disabilities;
  • Independence for Kentuckians with disabilities;
  • Diversity, inclusion, and belonging;​
  • Competitive, integrated employment;
  • Career advancement and economic security; and
  • Collaborative efforts and partnerships.

Goals​​​

As indicated in the Strategic Plan.​



Need​ more help? Contact us

Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Central Office
Mayo-Underwood Building
500 Mero Street 4th Floor NE
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-564-4440
800-372-7172 (V/TTY)

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