They are listed in telephone directories under the State of California, Department of Rehabilitation. Any time the state cannot provide services to all eligible persons because of a lack of funding, people with the most significant disabilities must be served by DR before other individuals with less significant disabilities. VR services include any service or equipment that you need to achieve your employment goals. Your IPE is developed jointly between you and DR, and should be revised annually. If you disagree with any DR decision, you have one year to ask for an internal review.
Mediation is voluntary.
It cannot be used to deny or delay your right to a hearing. Mediation must be conducted by a qualified and impartial mediator who is trained in effective mediation techniques. The RAB acts as an impartial hearing officer. Until the RAB makes its final decision, DR must continue the services you were receiving when the dispute arose. You have a right to submit evidence at the mediation or hearing.