The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation has been providing vocational rehabilitation services for more than 40 years. Offering individuals the opportunity to continue their academic work, develop job skills and acquire the capacity for independent living regardless of their disability, teams of professionals provide customized services leading to employability. A team of Rehabilitation Counselors, Vocational Coordinators, Psychologists, Training Instructors, Nurses, Therapists, and Teachers are dedicated to a comprehensive approach to ensure maximum employability and independence.

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The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation is certified as a "Community Rehabilitation Program", and offers a full range of job development services and opportunities. Professional rehabilitation counselors and vocational staff develop an individualized plan for each person aimed at maximizing employability and employment potential.
The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation's Community Rehab Program serves individuals who are at least 18 years of age without regard to race, color, national origin, religious creed, sex or sexual orientation. Tours of the Roosevelt Warm Springs Community Rehabilitation Program can be scheduled by contacting CRP Admissions.

For individuals who need some level of assistance in furthering their educational goals as part of their vocational rehabilitation, a full array of academic services is offered through an accredited school at the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation. Services are individualized to match the needs of each person, and the academic services are provided by certified teachers and special education professionals. Services include:
Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation also offers a Driver Education program which includes clinical evaluations, behind-the-wheel evaluations, adaptive equipment consults, driving simulators, permit classes, and independent driver labs.

For individuals with medical needs that may require assistance or attention during their vocational rehabilitation, the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation offers a full array of health management services. These services are provided in such a way as to increase the person's involvement in the management of their own healthcare needs. Nursing services are available 24/7 for health service assistance and education. In addition, a physician is available one day each week, as well as on call 24/7 daily for emergencies. In order to promote maximum independence, a variety of healthcare education is provided, including:

For individuals with mental health and behavioral needs that may require assistance or attention during their vocational rehabilitation, the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation offers a full array of behavioral health management services. Whether it is smoking cessation, stress management, assertiveness training, or assistance for persons taking psychotropic medication or in need of a medication evaluation, a team of licensed Psychologists, Behavioral Specialists and a Psychiatrist work with each individual to develop a customized program unique to their specific needs. These services include:
Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation also offers a Traumatic Brain Injury Program, which includes cognitive therapy, adjustment groups, community re-entry, physical conditioning, interpersonal skills groups, family education, disability education, job coach assistance, study skills groups, neuropsychological testing, attention deficit/hyperactivity testing, and counseling.

The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation believes in the mind, body and spirit, and there is an emphasis on personal fitness during vocational rehabilitation. This personal fitness involves both physical fitness and nutrition. Recreation therapy and exercise are emphasized throughout each person's vocational rehabilitation. In addition, a board certified Nutritionist provides education and oversees healthy eating to ensure a healthy lifestyle during each person's stay. To promote good nutrition classes are offered on the following:
Special dietary needs are accommodated upon request

The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation provides a comprehensive residential setting while individuals participate in Vocational Rehabilitation services. There is a 160 bed dormitory that provides comfortable accommodations and staff coverage 24/7 every day. Much like a college campus, the Vocational Rehabilitation Dormitory has many features and benefits, including:
In addition to the dormitory, there are options for Transitional Living on campus based on a person's specific needs. Supports for transitional living include money management, grocery skills, meal preparation, health maintenance and leisure skill development.