WHAT IS THE LOUISIANA REHABILITATION COUNCIL?

        Louisiana Rehabilitation Council (LRC):

 Listen to the concerns of those with disability issues
 Review analyze, and evaluate the state rehabilitation program
 Collaborate with other state agencies, organizations, and consumer
 groups

The Louisiana Rehabilitation Council was established in compliance with federal regulations governing the Rehabilitation Act (P.L. 102-569).  The LRC works with Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) to ensure the involvement of individuals with disabilities in the development and delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to Louisianans with disabilities.

The LRC consults with and advises LRS on the performance of its responsibilities under Title I of the Rehabilitation Act, particularly in the areas related to eligibility, extent, and scope of services provided.  The Council also conducts a review and analysis of the effectiveness of, and consumer satisfaction with, rehabilitation services.  An annual report is prepared to reflect the Council’s work and the Council’s perception of the status of the rehabilitation program in Louisiana.

Recommendations for appointment by the Governor to the LRC are obtained from representatives of a broad range of individuals, including persons with disabilities; service providers, disability advocates; and representatives from business, industry, and labor.  A majority of the membership of LRC must be individuals with disabilities.

If you would like to be considered for membership on the Council or would like more information about the LRC, you can contact Paige Kelly (225) 925-4135 or toll free at 1-800-737-2958.  E-mail: pkelly1@dss.state.la.us.   

WHAT IS THE LRC MEMBERSHIP COMPOSITION?

• Individuals with physical, cognitive sensory and mental disabilities.
• Representatives of individuals with disabilities that have difficulty representing themselves. 
• Current or former applicants for, or recipients of, vocational rehabilitation services.

One representative of the State Workforce Investment Board.
One representative of the State Department of Education.
One representative of 121 Project.
One representative that is a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
The Director of the State Designated Unit.

When and where does the LRC meet?

The LRC holds quarterly meetings in different areas of the State. 

Louisiana Rehabilitation Council
Meeting Calendar
for
2007 - 2008

July 26 – 27, 2007
Alexandria – (Public Forum)

 September 27 – 28, 2007
Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)

 November 29 – 30, 2007
Thibodaux – (Public Forum)

 January 24 – 25, 2008
Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)

 March 27 – 28, 2008
New Orleans – (Public Forum)

 May 22 – 23, 2008
Baton Rouge – (Public Forum)