[nabs-l] Fw: Question

[RJ Sandefur]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Williams, Antionette 
To: RJ Sandefur 
Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 3:31 PM
Subject: RE: Question


Yes that is our policy. 

Antionette Williams
Bureau Chief, Client Services
325 West Gaines Street
Turlington Building, Suite 1114
Tallahassee, Florida 32399
(850) 245-0322
antionette.williams at dbs.fldoe.org




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From: RJ Sandefur [mailto:joltingjacksandefur at gmail.com] 
Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 2:57 PM
To: Williams, Antionette
Subject: Re: Question


Am I reading this policy correctly? I'm concittering re-opening my case, but I want to make shure I have my facts straight, before I proceed. 
Out of State Services
DIVISION POLICY 6.14

SUBJECT 
Out of State Services

EFFECTIVE DATE
July 9, 2003

REVISION DATE
February 14, 2008

EXPIRATION DATE
This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as needed.

PURPOSE

To provide guidelines for the provision of out-of-state services.

AUTHORITY
34 CFR 361.50(b)

POLICY
The Florida Division of Blind Services has established a preference for in-State services, provided that the preference does not effectively deny an individual a necessary service. If the individual chooses an out-of-State service at a higher cost than an in-State service, and either service would meet the individual's rehabilitation needs, the designated State unit is not responsible for those costs in excess of the cost of the in-State service. However, if the out-of-state services provides a unique service to meet the individual's rehabilitation plan, the Bureau Chief should be contacted to approve or disapproval such a service.

Original signed by Michael Elliott, Bureau Chief, February 14, 2008 
Does this mean DBS can tell me, "RJ, we're denying your request to attend LCB, due to causts?" This is only an inquiry, and I wish to get my facts so that I'll be able to have enough information in order to make an informed choice as to where to go from here. I did study with a Seminary, and obtain my master of theology, in 2006, and I was licensed by my church to preach in 2005. It was tough loosing Mom, and I know, she'd want me to continue doing what I believe the Lord has called me to do. However, How am I going to be an effective minister, if I don't have the blindness training, needed to sirvive? Another concern I have, is I have learned some ministers start out as by-vocational. In 2004, until now, I didn't see that aspect of it. I have a batchors degree in criminal justice. Another not so wise disision on my part. Mrs.Williams, I look forward to your answer. Sincerely, Robert Sandefur

  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Williams, Antionette 
  To: RJ Sandefur 
  Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 1:17 PM
  Subject: RE: Question


  Hello Mr.. Sandefur'

  Your email was sent to me for assistance.  How can I help you?

  Antionette Williams
  Bureau Chief, Client Services
  325 West Gaines Street
  Turlington Building, Suite 1114
  Tallahassee, Florida 32399
  (850) 245-0322
  antionette.williams at dbs.fldoe.org




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  From: Elliott, Michael 
  Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2010 8:36 AM
  To: 'RJ Sandefur'; Williams, Antionette
  Subject: RE: Question


  I am forwarding your email to Antionette Williams, who will respond to your email.



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  From: RJ Sandefur [mailto:joltingjacksandefur at gmail.com] 
  Sent: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 11:37 PM
  To: Elliott, Michael
  Subject: Question


  Dear ir, I have a question concerning the following policy.S
  Out of State Services
  DIVISION POLICY 6.14

  SUBJECT 
  Out of State Services

  EFFECTIVE DATE
  July 9, 2003

  REVISION DATE
  February 14, 2008

  EXPIRATION DATE
  This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as needed.

  PURPOSE

  To provide guidelines for the provision of out-of-state services.

  AUTHORITY
  34 CFR 361.50(b)

  POLICY
  The Florida Division of Blind Services has established a preference for in-State services, provided that the preference does not effectively deny an individual a necessary service. If the individual chooses an out-of-State service at a higher cost than an in-State service, and either service would meet the individual's rehabilitation needs, the designated State unit is not responsible for those costs in excess of the cost of the in-State service. Does this mean that DBS wouldn't pay if I decided to attend the Leuezinna center for the blind? However, if the out-of-state services provides a unique service to meet the individual's rehabilitation plan, the Bureau Chief should be contacted to approve or disapproval such a service. I closed my case in 2004, so would I have to open up a new case with DBS, and request LCB? I want to get my facts straight concerning this issue, before I make a disision. RJ