Code of Maine Rules
12 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
150 - BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED DIVISION
Chapter 101 - RULES GOVERNING VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Section 150-101-5 - COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF REHABILITATION NEEDS
Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024
For individuals who have been determined eligible for DBVI VR services, a Comprehensive Assessment of Rehabilitation Needs (CARN)shall be conducted to determine the goals, objectives, nature and scope of vocational services to be included in the IPE. To the extent that additional data is necessary, the CARN may include trial work experiences and assessment of the unique strengths, resources, priorities, interests, and needs, including the need for supported employment services, in the most integrated setting possible, consistent with the informed choice of the individual. The Comprehensive Assessment of Rehabilitation Need will be limited to information that is necessary to identify the rehabilitation needs of the individual and to develop an IPE. The CARN will be reviewed and updated as appropriate prior to any significant changes to the IPE.
1. Sources of Information
The CARN will use, as a primary source of information, to the maximum extent possible and appropriate, and in accordance with confidentiality requirements, the following:
2. Elements of a CARN
The CARN may include, to the degree needed to make a determination of vocational needs and develop an IPE, an assessment of the following: