If you have a disability or serious health condition that makes it hard for you to get a job or stay employed, and you want to work, then DORS may be the choice for you.
Even though going to work is not easy, success is possible. The first step to deciding if you want DORS to help you get a job is getting information. We invite you to think about some questions that will help you to decide if DORS is right for you. It will only take a few minutes.
DORS does not offer independent living services, except through the Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB) program for legally blind individuals over the age of 55.
"I have a disability or serious health condition."
If your answer is "No," then DORS may not be right for you. DORS helps people with disabilities.
"My disability or serious health condition makes it hard for me to get or keep a job."
If your answer is "No," then DORS may not be right for you. To be eligible for DORS services, your disability or illness must make it hard for you to get or keep a job.
"I want a job."
If your answer is "No," then DORS may not be right for you. DORS helps people with disabilities who want to work.
If working is not your goal, please contact your
local Center for Independent Living for assistance.
DORS also provides independent living services to individuals who are 55 or older and who are blind or have a vision impairment. For more information go to the Independent Living Older Blind page.
"I need a job
immediately."
If your answer is "Yes," then DORS may not be right for you. DORS is not an employment agency. DORS helps prepare people with disabilities to go to work or maintain employment. This process can take many months. If you need a job immediately, your local
American Job Center may be able to help.
"I have the time and interest to make a plan for getting a job."
If your answer is "No," then DORS may not be right for you. DORS assists job seekers with disabilities to get ready to work and find a job. This is a partnership between you and DORS and you have together to carry out the plan you create for employment.
"I am looking for someone to help me take care of my basic living needs (food, clothing and housing)."
If your answer is "Yes," then DORS may not be right for you. Unfortunately, DORS does not pay for rent, mortgages, monthly utilities, insurance or food. If you are looking for help with paying for the cost of basic living needs, please contact the
United Way of Central Maryland.
If DORS is right for you and you're ready to begin services, complete the form to
Request DORS Services and get started!
