Providing Related Services to Students with Disabilities in Rural and Remote Areas of Nevada

Abstract

This study investigates the provision of related services in the rural districts of Nevada. Specifically, special education directors completed a survey regarding the availability of related services, how such services are provided, number of students receiving services, the problems encountered in providing these services, and proposed solutions. The results indicate that the majority of related services are available within the rural and remote areas of Nevada. There are difficulties related to hiring qualified personnel, low numbers of students needing particular services, geographic dispersement of students, and distances from urban areas. However, solutions are also evident: collaboration with other agencies, use of private contractors, and collaboration between occupational and physical therapists.

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