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Virginia Sickness & Disability Program (VSDP)

When you become employed as a full-time or part-time salaried state employee, you are enrolled in the Virginia Sickness and Disability Program (VSDP). If you were hired on or after July 1, 2009, you must complete one year of continuous employment before becoming eligible for short-term and long-term disability coverage for non-work related illnesses or injuries. Your eligibility for sick leave, family and personal leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage for work-related disabilities and long-term care is effective with the first day of employment.

If you would like to purchase an individual policy for disability coverage during your first year of employment, see the Fringe Benefits Management Company Provider Network Web site. This site provides a list of companies approved to handle payroll deductions for state employees. The Commonwealth does not sponsor any of these companies.

Objective

The VSDP provides you with income replacement when you cannot work because of a partial or total disability. The program includes sick, family and personal leave; short-term disability benefits; long-term disability benefits and a long-term care program. VSDP benefits cover non-work related and work-related conditions.

The VSDP focuses on helping you make a safe return to your full duties following your disability. Return-to-work plans, such as job modifications or vocational/medical rehabilitation, may be developed in consultation with your employer and treating healthcare or medical professional to assist in your recovery and return to your regular schedule.

Questions about your benefits and the claim process

If you think you may qualify for benefits, contact your human resource office to be sure you understand your responsibilities and eligibility for benefits and to go over any questions you may have about initiating a claim.