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Our mission is to serve Georgians with disabilities to empower them to live independently.

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If you have a permanent disability and are seeking employment or need services to support your current job, please complete the referral form. Our Customer Care unit will direct you to the appropriate office and answer any questions you may have.

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Bud McCall Grant

Effective January 2024, the state of Georgia will offer the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Bud McCall Post-Secondary Vocational Rehabilitation Grant to students with disabilities seeking post-secondary opportunities and other Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services. 

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Success Stories

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Bud McCall Grant Recipient Flies High as a Georgia Tech Undergraduate

July 24, 2024

“There’s no doubt Saif Aslam is a go-getter,” said MaryEllen Mendiratta, a GVRA counselor in the Augusta office who has worked closely with Saif (pronounced “S…

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Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE) Graduate Lands Dream Job at University of Georgia

June 20, 2024

At birth, Jesse Pearson was diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, both of which have contributed to his mild inte…

GVRA Provides Lifeline to UGA Grad

May 01, 2024

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GVRA Annual Report

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) is pleased to present our Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report highlighting our performance and demonstrating our growth and progress.

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Summer GROW

Summer GROW Program Empowers Students

Over 70 students participated in the Summer GROW experience at Roosevelt Warm Springs (RWS), blending career and post-secondary exploration with self-advocacy and fun. This four-day program helps students with disabilities explore careers, work readiness, and self-advocacy in a college-like environment.  

Summer GROW

Upcoming Events

State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) Meeting

July 24 1:00 p.m. Athens, GA

Transition Forum for Parents, Students, and Professionals

August 13 6:00 p.m.

GVRS Board Meeting

August 14 1:00 p.m. Warm Springs, GA
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Latest News

GVRA Featured on Local News Station

July 05, 2024

GVRA and Atlanta Braves Host Career Exploration Day for Over 1,300 Students with Disabilities

July 02, 2024

Local Television Station Highlights GIB Hiring Initiative

June 27, 2024