Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR New Hampshire) transforms the lives of Granite Staters with disabilities by helping them prepare for, obtain, and succeed in meaningful careers—all while helping New Hampshire businesses meet their workforce goals.
Empowering Individuals. Engaging Business.
If you’re a person with a disability seeking a satisfying career, a business looking for reliable talent, or a family member or educator of someone with a disability, VR New Hampshire is ready to assist.
We are VR
The following video features several individuals with disabilities and employers who have benefited from VR New Hampshire's services. It shows these individuals both talking to the camera and at home or work. It ends with a graphic slate showing the VR New Hampshire and New Hampshire Department of Education logos and contact information.
Level UP! Event Coming in April
Please join Vocational Rehabilitation New Hampshire and White Mountain Community College for a Level UP! event on April 12, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the Littleton campus of WMCC. Register by March 29th by using the link or the QR code on the flyer. LevelUP!
Information Sessions for Parents
Would you like to learn more about Vocational Rehabilitation and how it can help your student prepare for life after high school? VR New Hampshire is offering weekly information sessions on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:00 p.m. via Zoom. Registration is required.
Quick Links
SSI & SSDI Ticket to Work and Benefits Counseling Orientation
You are invited to an SSI & SSDI Ticket to Work and Benefits Counseling Orientation session provided by VR New Hampshire.
The orientation provides an overview of work incentives for both SSI and SSDI beneficiaries. It also reviews how work affects Social Security disability cash benefits as well as medical insurance such as Medicare and Medicaid. The orientation will also discuss what to expect when receiving an individualized benefits counseling service. To register for an orientation click the link below.
Tuesday, May 21st at 10:30 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_abAfprVMRm66kpUo7ZS1Cg
Wednesday, May 22nd at 6 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WtgV06JCSBeHiFM1Tg8D2Q
Tuesday, June 11th at 6 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ul_vq8ilQROraD_Rli4Iwg
Wednesday, June 12th at 10:30 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LBMRYqcvTQOhtpBViY61yQ
Social Security Disability - Youth Focused Orientation
You are invited to join a Social Security Disability - Youth Focused orientation provided by VR New Hampshire.
The orientation will provide an overview of Social Security disability with a focus on the youth. It will review applying for social security disability, age 18 redetermination, work incentives for the youth (under age 22), introduction to the Ticket to Work program, and an overview of Benefits Counseling services.
The orientation will provide an overview of how work affects Social Security disability cash benefits and health insurance (Medicare and Medicaid). It also provides information on the work incentives available for both SSI and SSDI beneficiaries. Lastly, the orientation will discuss what to expect when receiving an individualized benefits counseling service.
Wednesday, May 15th at 6 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kC4bLE9ARxmi3MERC17AfQ
Thursday, May 16th at 10:30 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HHK6spIKT5qvn7XLbYHqEg
If you require an interpreter or other accommodations, please contact Kristin Venator at stacy.k.venator@doe.nh.gov or (603) 271-1482 as soon as possible.