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.
Public Hearing on Interpreter Fee Schedule
ASL Public Hearing Information Video
The Department of Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Statewide Services Coordinator, Beth Keller, has created a task force to propose raising NH interpreter rates. The proposal pdf link will be posted on January 22, 2025.
A public hearing will be held on January 29, 2025, 4:00-7:00 p.m. (Snow date February 5, 2025, 4:00-7:00 p.m.) in room 100 of the Walker Building, 21 South Fruit Street, Concord, NH. The purpose of the public hearing is to invite interpreters and Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-Blind community members to share their thoughts, concerns, or input.
You are welcome to email beth.a.keller@doe.nh.gov (Subject Line: Interpreter State Rate) or call 603-463-0728. We are happy to consider your input. It will be confidential.
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.
Wednesday, January 15th at 6:00 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xEr1bUpASMyZxxME15MerQ
Thursday, January 16th at 10:30 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P3Pe5AqYQIumoNtlr7t65g
Tuesday, February 11th at 10:30 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hy37-KrwTZaCLJyOcH0JEg
Wednesday, February 12th at 6 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H2UKxNVqSXq-5OWSAgugyg
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.
Tuesday, February 18th at 6:00 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BJ_7rI9LS5udbx86Oq8Smw
Wednesday, February 19th at 10:00 am. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lk9ofa3iRbi-eQTNXtL_Xg
Thursday, February 20th at 3:00 pm. Click link below to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oD3xDsQlSuuDxIhEBjbvDQ
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.