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Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)

A part of Illinois' Department of Human Services, the Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is Illinois' official state agency for the vocational rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.

The DRS website is: 
https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29736

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Once DRS determines an individual is eligible for services, that person (customer) may receive the following employment assistance: Vocational guidance and counseling, assistance with developing an individualized plan for employment, and help arrange for provision of training, restorative services and job placement to help customers achieve their employment goals. Visit the website to complete a self-referral. https://wr.dhs.illinois.gov/wrpublic/wr/dynamic/referral.jsf. Make sure and have your Social Security Number (SSN) available when you complete the DRS referral. Contact a district Transition Specialist for more information or assistance in completing a referral. 
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