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California Department of Rehabilitation Self-Employment Program

DOR self-employment program lets eligible consumers pursue a vocational goal in a self-employment setting through an Individualized Plan for Employment.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Eligible DOR consumers with disabilities whose vocational goal can be achieved through self-employment and whose proposed business meets DOR self-employment criteria.

Requirements

  • Work with DOR to identify the vocational goal and services needed.
  • Operate as a sole proprietorship with control and responsibility for the business.
  • Comply with state, federal, and local laws and intend the business to become a majority source of income.