Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Vocational Rehabilitation
The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program helps individuals prepare for or retain employment. Services offered can include but are not limited to: counseling and guidance; vocational evaluation; blindness skills training; orientation and mobility instruction; rehabilitation teaching; vocational and college training; occupational tools and equipment; and, job placement services. Services are based on an individual's needs and choices, and some or all of these services may be needed for the person to prepare for or retain employment. VR counselors work directly with the individual to determine an employment goal and what services are needed to reach that goal. An Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) is developed jointly by the counselor and customer.
1130 Twelfth Avenue
Suite 300
Altoona, PA 16601
Eligibility: Call or visit web site for more information.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (814) 946-7330
  • (814) 949-7995 - Fax
  • (717) 787-8826 - Fax
Email Address: jmertz@state.pa.us
Intake Requirements: Call or visit web site for more information,
Geographical Area: Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clinton, Columbia, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Somerset, Union
Facility/ADA Access: Yes for entrance to building, within the building, and restrooms.
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Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Vocational Rehabilitation
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