Veteran Employment Programs | Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital
Vocational Rehabilitation program to support veterans find and maintain employment in the community. Services include Supported Employment, Transitional Work, and Community Based Employment Services.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
06/20/2024
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
Physical Address
5000 South 5th Avenue, Hines, IL 60141
Hours
24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Voice
Website
Application process
(1) If a Mental Health provider has not seen you in the last 12 months, you must first complete a Mental Health Intake (2) Ask your primary Mental Health provider (or the Mental Health Intake Center) to place a consult for CWT (3) You will need to be medically cleared by a healthcare provider to participate; (4) Once your consult is received, CWT will conduct a thorough review of your records to determine the most appropriate program (5) You will then be contacted and invited to participate in a CWT intake interview and develop a treatment plan that reflects your individualized goals toward employment
Fee
No Fees
Required documents
DD-214; Photo ID; Additional documentation may be required.
Eligibility
Served in active military, naval or air service; Separated under any condition other than dishonorable; Must be medically cleared by a healthcare provider; Must be able to register at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital.
Languages
Spanish, English
Agency info
Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital
Specialized programs include Blind Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Neurosurgery, Radiation Therapy and Cardiovascular Surgery. Operates a food pantry, provides COVID-19 vaccines and provides information and referral to eligible Veterans. Also offers the compensated work therapy program for Veterans.