460 IAC 14.1-15-2 Upkeep, repair, and replacement of devices or equipment

Sec. 2. (a) A participant is responsible for: (1) the upkeep of devices or equipment provided by the VR program as physical and mental restoration services, including the cost of consumable or disposable components necessary for operating or using those devices or equipment; and (2) the costs to repair or replace any devices and equipment lost, damaged, stolen, or destroyed due to the participant's own negligence or abuse. (b) A participant may receive assistance with the replacement of devices or equipment provided as physical and mental restoration services no longer meeting the vocational rehabilitation needs of the participant. (c) A participant may receive assistance with the replacement of devices or equipment provided as physical and mental restoration services if the repairs are required to access and participate in vocational rehabilitation services or for job retention.