Grants and Contracts Details
Description
Abstract - Rehabilitation Technology FY 24-25 and 25-26
Provide direct rehabilitation engineering services for consumers of OVR. Rehabilitation engineers
will provide technology services for OVR consumers and staff in Western Kentucky, the Purchase
Area, South Central Kentucky, Southeastern Kentucky, Northern Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky,
the Louisville metropolitan area, and in other areas of the state as needed. These services will
include, but not necessarily be limited to: design and fabrication of custom equipment for job
accommodation; seating positioning and mobility evaluations and recommendations for OVR
consumers; assessment and recommendations for modifications to buildings and environments to
eliminate barriers to accessibility; ergonomic assessment and recommendations for consumer
worksites; augmentative communication and alternative computer access evaluations and
recommendations for consumers; rehabilitation technology training, and research and technical
assistance for OVR staff and consumers.
Status | Active |
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Effective start/end date | 7/1/24 → 6/30/26 |
Funding
- KY Department of Vocational Rehabilitation: $794,142.00
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