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RSA Parent Information and Training Programs
Program Description
The program provides training and information to enable individuals with disabilities, and their parents, family members, guardians, advocates, or other authorized representatives, to participate more effectively in meeting their vocational, independent living, and rehabilitation needs.
Purpose
These projects are designed to meet the unique information and training needs of individuals with disabilities who live in the area to be served, particularly those who are members of populations who have been unserved or underserved.
Eligibility
Private nonprofit organizations may apply that either are governed by a board of directors that meets the requirements in Sec. 303(c)(4)(B) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or that have a membership that represents the interests of individuals with disabilities and a special governing committee that meets the requirement in Sec. 303(c)(4)(B). To the extent practicable, technical assistance grants will be awarded to parent training and information centers established pursuant to Sec. 682(a) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Legislative Citation
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Sec. 303(c); 29 U.S.C. 773(c).
RSA Contact Information
Name: Ellen Chesley
E-mail Address: ellen.chesley@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, OSERS
Rehabilitation Services Administration
400 Maryland Ave. S.W., Rm. 5018, PCP
Washington, DC 20202-2800
Telephone: (202) 245-7300; Fax: (202) 245-7591
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR NEW 2007 AWARD RECIPIENTS
(Grant activities will begin October 1, 2007)
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