State plans vocational rehab policy forum in Bend

The Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation program is hosting a series of Policy Forums around the state in September. There will be a forum Friday , Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon and also from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Oregon Occupational Safety and Health division, Suite A-115, 1231 N.E. Third St.

People with disabilities, students with disabilities, their families, service providers, employers, teachers, advocacy organizations, Workforce partners and other organizations serving people with disabilities are all encouraged to attend.

Policy Forum participants will:
* Learn about Vocational Rehabilitation policy and procedures
* Participate in discussions about Vocational Rehabilitation
* Contribute to Vocational Rehabilitation future directions

The forum is free but people are encouraged to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/vrforum2016 .

This is one of the five Policy Forums being held throughout Oregon.