Vocational and functional assessment of clients reopened for service

Former clients (107) of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission were evaluated to determine the reasons for their return to the Commission a second time. Clients returned to obtain physical restoration services, employment or training such as in a vocational school or college. Clients were given a vocational interview (the Goldberg Scale) and the Tufts Programmed Functional Assessment, embracing the Barthel and PULSES Profile. Work status at follow up was significantly predicted by the Goldberg Scale and the PULSES Profile. A significant number returned to work after receiving services a second time.