Florida State Agencies
Explore government agencies and public programs serving people who are blind, visually impaired, or living with disabilities in Florida. Select an agency below to learn more about its services, eligibility requirements, contact information, and application process.
Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Florida — Statewide
The Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) helps Floridians of any age with a disability, including blindness or visual impairment, prepare for, find, and keep employment.
Main services may include: career counseling, assistive and rehabilitation technology, job placement assistance, vocational training, and Pre-Employment Transition Services for students.
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Florida Division of Blind Services
Florida — Statewide
The Florida Division of Blind Services provides rehabilitation, employment, independent living, education, and training services to eligible Floridians who are blind or visually impaired.
Main services may include: vocational rehabilitation, assistive technology, orientation and mobility training, independent living support, and transition services for students.
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Lighthouses for the Blind in Florida
Florida — Statewide
“Lighthouse” organizations are independent, community-based nonprofits that provide vision rehabilitation, education, and support services to people who are blind or visually impaired throughout Florida.
Services may include: independent living skills training, low vision services, orientation and mobility training, assistive technology instruction, and children’s and senior programs.
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Centers for Independent Living in Florida
Florida — Statewide
Florida’s Centers for Independent Living are community-based nonprofit organizations that help people with disabilities live more independently through advocacy, peer support, independent living skills training, transition services, and connections to community resources.
Florida has 15 Centers for Independent Living serving people of all ages and disabilities throughout all 67 counties.
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