Resource Directory - Vocational Services

A list of regional service providers is available at http://www.dhmh.state.md.us/dda_md/SMaryland.htm

The Arc of Prince George’s County, Employment Services
301-773-1135
Click here to view our Employment Service Page

Division of Rehabilitation Services
301-772-5655
www.dors.state.md.us
Helps individuals with developmental disabilities, which are eligible for services, to find and keep jobs in the careers of their choice by providing support and employment services, such as Day Habilitation and Supported Employment.
Annapolis 410-974-7608
Lanham 301-306-3600
Suitland 301-899-1020

A Bridge to Work
http://www.ncset.org/publications/viewdesc.asp?id=937
Provides an information brief that gives parents of youth with disabilities practical information about how youth can use Social Security work incentives to facilitate a gradual transition from dependence on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to partial or complete financial independence. Social Security work incentives allow a recipient of Supplemental Security Income to earn wages while maintaining SSI cash benefits and Medicaid. Background information, definitions, and specific financial criteria for using SSI work incentives are included.

Employed Individuals with Disabilities Program
866-373-9651
Allows people with disabilities to keep Medicaid health benefits. You must have a disability determined by SSI, be between 18-64 years old, be employed, have income up to 300 percent of the poverty level and have resources less than $10,000. There is a $75.00 enrollment fee for 6 months of coverage.

Note: These providers are not endorsed or approved by The Arc of Prince George’s County. This contact information is provided as a service; families must determine for themselves if these providers are able to support the needs of their family member(s).