CFDA 84.161: Rehabilitation Services Client Assistance Program

Objectives

To establish and carry out client assistance programs in each State and at the protection and advocacy system serving the American Indian Consortium that: (1) advise and inform clients and client-applicants of available benefits under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act), including pre-employment transitions services for students with disabilities under section 113 and activities carried out under section 511; (2) assist and advocate for clients and client- applicants in their relationships with projects, programs, and services under this Act, including assistance and advocacy in pursuing legal, administrative and other appropriate remedies; (3) inform individuals with disabilities in the State especially those who have traditionally been unserved or underserved by vocational rehabilitation programs of the services and benefits available under the Act and under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Eligible applicants

States (through the Governor) and the protection and advocacy system serving the American Indian Consortium, are eligible for awards. With the exception of the protection and advocacy system serving the American Indian Consortium, the Governor designates a public or private agency to conduct the State's program.

Financial assistance range

For FY 2024, the range of State awards (including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico) under the distribution formula is $139,652 to $1,352,127, with a median award of $151,609. The FY 2024 amount for each of the four outlying areas and the American Indian Consortium is $62,964.

Reference data sourced from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. The authoritative source for application requirements, deadlines, and award amounts is the official SAM.gov listing linked above. This page is editorial reference, not an official notice.