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• Land • Buildings • Vehicles that have to be registered with the state department of motor vehicles • Firearms, alcohol, pornography • Luxury items that may cost more than a similarly functioning item that serves the same purpose

Practically any service mutually agreed and approved by VR counselor and the customer based on the following guidelines: • The service should be relevant and necessary to lead to gainful employment of the individual • Some services are approved only for short periods (e.g. medical, mental health counseling, transportation) • Can be re-authorized after review

VR can pay for short term medical treatment while the case is open and if it is determined that the medical treatment is required for restoration and preparation of the individual for employment.

Eligibility has to be determined and individualized plan of employment (IPE) has to be approved by VR before services can begin. Timeliness guidelines are 60 days for eligibility determination and 120 days for IPE. This can be speeded up by providing necessary information and be flexible for meetings with VR Counselors. The timeliness guidelines are

The VR services will continue as long as it is required for the customer to become successful on the job. Special circumstances are reviewed by the VR counselor and approvals from the supervisor or region manager may be required. VR closes a customer's case after he/she is successfully employed for 90 days.

While it is possible for the VR counselor to make a home visit in most cases, VR counselors carry large case loads and make relatively few site visits. However in regard to FWD wanting to retain employment on their farm it is likely that the VR counselor would visit the farm to gain an understanding