LEARNING DISABILITIES EVALUATION AND DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES

The County of Riverside, Department of Public Social Services (DPSS), was seeking proposals from qualified bidders to provide Learning Disabilities Evaluation and Diagnostic Services for CalWORKs participants suspected of having a learning disability. The services would allow DPSS staff to develop a Welfare-to-Work (WTW) Plan that accurately assesses the participant's needs and refers them to the appropriate CalWORKs activities. The contract was closed, and no award was made. Key aspects of the contract include: • The provision of Learning Disabilities Evaluation and Diagnostic Services • The requirement for qualified learning disabilities evaluation professionals to use recognized and validated learning disabilities evaluation tools • The need for services to be provided in a comprehensive and culturally respectful manner • The importance of accommodating individuals with learning disabilities to help them attain self-sufficiency