Department of Rehabilitation Services

The Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) provides assistance to Oklahomans with disabilities through vocational rehabilitation, employment, independent living, and residential and outreach education programs. The agency also determines medical eligibility for disability benefits. Founded in 1993 with 74 O.S. § 166.1 et seq., this agency now encompasses the following divisions:

• Division of Vocational Rehabilitation – a state program since 1927.

• Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired – a state program since 1947.

• Oklahoma School for the Blind (Parkview School) – established in 1897.

• Oklahoma School for the Deaf – established in 1897.

• Disability Determination Services – a state program since 1954.