The purpose of this study was to follow up two previous studies on the vocational rehabilitation needs of American Indians with disabilities and the effectiveness of projects authorized by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title 1, Part D, Section 130 to meet those needs. A self-evaluative questionnaire was developed and mailed to the project…

Presents a brief overview of the new provisions of the Act. Some suggestions for implementation and possible implications of the legislation are discussed as they relate to agencies and caseload size, counselor time per client, service provision for the severely disabled, counselor reward systems, and administrative procedures. (Author)

The enactment of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Social Services Act of 1974 has brought new emphasis and urgency to the training of the severely disabled. There is an immediate need for coordinated planning in this area if home economists are to help the severely disabled person. (Author/BP)

This study reviewed the literature on and conducted three national surveys concerning delivery of services to people with disabilities from minority backgrounds. The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are reviewed, with a focus on initiatives to serve persons with disabilities from diverse backgrounds. A review of…

The full texts of all prepared statements and supplemental materials presented during five days of oversight hearings held on rehabilitation of the handicapped programs and implementation of these programs by agencies under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are contained in this document. Statements are made by (1) State and local directors and other…