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State of Rhode Island, Office of Rehabilitation Services , Department of Human Services

Message From Joseph Murphy, Associate Director

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Joseph Murphy (Associate Director)

On behalf of the Office of Rehabilitation Services, I am pleased to welcome you to the Office of Rehabilitation Services website.   The mission of the Office of Rehabilitation Services has always been and continues to be to provide customized and comprehensive services to individuals with disabilities to maximize their quality of life, self-reliance, and economic independence in the community.

Our services are not just about finding a job, but also about obtaining the training, education, and credentials needed for higher wage career opportunities. 

No matter if you are a student beginning to think about what you might like to have as your future career, an individual with a visual impairment or hearing impairment, or needs additional assistance through supported employment, we hope you find the information you are looking for.

Thank you,

Joe