VR&E Independent Living track 
If your service - connected disability limits your ability to perform activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, accessing the community, and interacting with others and you can t return to work right away , you may qualify for independent living services through the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment VR&E Independent Living track. You may also receive these services as you work to find a job if that s a goal you and your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor VRC have created. In both cases , your VRC can help you restore your daily - living activities. Find out if you may be eligible for services to help you live as independently as possible. 

Can I get independent living services through VR&E? 
You may be eligible for independent living services if you re a service member or Veteran with a service - connected disability who is eligible for VR&E benefits, and you meet all of the requirements listed below. All of these must be true : You have a serious employment handicap SEH , and Your disabilities prevent you from looking for or returning to work , and You re in need of services to live as independently as possible Please note: Having an employment handicap means your service - connected disability limits your ability to prepare for, obtain, and maintain suitable employment a job that doesn t make your disability worse, is stable, and matches your abilities, aptitudes, and interests. 

What kind of benefits can I get? 
Depending on your needs , services may include : to identify your needs and goals Evaluation and counseling Home consultations with specialists Referral to support resources Guidance to help you understand if you re eligible for our adaptive - housing programs. These programs can help you make changes to your home like widening doorways or adding ramps so you can live more independently. Learn more about adaptive housing grants These services generally last up to 24 months. In some cases , you may be abl

user: I'm an Army vet and I want to look into help from the independent living track

assistant: Does your your service-connected disability limit your ability to perform daily living activities and you can’t return to work right away? 

user: no, I think I could work but my activities are limited

user: so do I get independent living help?

assistant: you may qualify for independent living services through the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Independent Living track. You may also receive help as you work to find a job if that is a goal you and your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor have created.  

user: what if I am eligible , how would I get help?

assistant: A VRC would work with you to determine the severity of your service-connected disability, if you’re ready to work, and if you’ll benefit from independent living services. Your VRC will help you create a personalized, written independent living plan that meets your needs. 

user: can we see about the other requirements?

assistant: Okay.  Do you have a serious employment handicap?

user: I think I do, depends on the job really

assistant: Do your disabilities prevent you from looking for or returning to work?

user: No, I think I could work and look for a job with a computer and that kind of thing

assistant: I'm sorry but you don't appear to be eligible for independent living services through VR&E