[nabs-l] NFB Training Center

[David]

Hi,
I had something similar happen to me in Mississippi very recently. I had to
go all the way to a hearing in order for me to go to the Louisiana Center
for the Blind. The state didn't want to pay for out-of-state training
because they felt that there training center in Tupelo was equivalent. You
should get your councilor's response in writing so that it is official that
your councilor is taking this stance. Also, you should justify why you
should go to an NFB training center rather than the in-state facility, but
this should be relatively simple to do. If your councilor refuses, appeal to
the regional supervisor, then the director of Blind Services in your state.
If all fails, go to a procedural hearing, and present your case. Remember
that it is your legal right under informed choice to attend an NFB training
center, and these agencies sometimes aren't concerned for there clients, but
rather with themselves, as is the case with Mississippi. Feel free to
contact me off-list if you have further questions.
David

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Subject: [nabs-l] NFB Training Center


Hello there, my name is Casandra from Illinois. I'm new to the list and I
would like to ask a question. I plan to attend an NFB training center but my
counselor from the Division of Rehabilitation Services does not want sponsor
me. If there's anyone here with a similar situation in previous years, how
did you manage to go to the NFB training centers? I would really appreciate
your comments and suggestions. E mail me if you need more iformation to
answer my question.

Thanks



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