Explore government agencies and public programs serving people who are blind, visually impaired, or living with disabilities in Illinois. Select an agency below to learn more about its services, eligibility requirements, contact information, and application process.
Illinois — Statewide
The Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services helps people with disabilities prepare for employment, obtain or maintain jobs, pursue education and training, and increase independence.
Illinois — Statewide
Illinois provides specialized vocational rehabilitation, blindness-skills training, orientation and mobility, independent-living, and employment services for people who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind.
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Illinois — Statewide
ICRE-Wood provides intensive vocational and independent-living training for adults who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind.
Illinois — Statewide
Illinois provides independent-living services for people age 55 and older whose blindness or low vision makes everyday activities more difficult.
Illinois — Statewide
The Illinois School for the Visually Impaired provides specialized education, accessible technology, independent-living instruction, and transition preparation for students who are blind or visually impaired.
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Illinois — Statewide
The Illinois Talking Book and Braille Service provides free audio and Braille books, magazines, accessible reading equipment, and digital downloads to eligible Illinois residents.
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Illinois — Statewide
Illinois’s Centers for Independent Living provide disability-led services that help people with disabilities increase independence, advocate for themselves, and participate fully in their communities.
Illinois — Statewide
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program helps Illinois residents explore, try, borrow, reuse, and learn about assistive technology for education, employment, and independent living.
Illinois — Statewide
Equip for Equality protects and advances the civil and human rights of people with disabilities throughout Illinois.
Illinois — Statewide
The Illinois Client Assistance Program helps vocational rehabilitation and Blind Services customers understand their rights and resolve problems involving rehabilitation services.