Arkansas Division of Services for the Blind

Arkansas — Statewide

Last Verified: July 22, 2026

About

The Arkansas Division of Services for the Blind, commonly called DSB, is the primary state program serving Arkansas residents who are blind or severely visually impaired.

The division provides vocational rehabilitation, independent-living instruction, transition assistance, supported employment, and specialized services for older individuals who are blind.

Services May Include

  • Vocational rehabilitation
  • Vocational counseling
  • Career planning
  • Job training
  • Job-placement assistance
  • Supported employment
  • Assistive technology
  • Rehabilitation teaching
  • Independent-living instruction
  • Orientation and mobility
  • Home-management skills
  • Communication skills
  • Transition services for students and youth
  • Services for older individuals who are blind
  • Business Enterprise Program opportunities
  • Information and referral
  • Support groups

Who They Serve

Arkansas residents who are blind or severely visually impaired and need assistance preparing for employment, obtaining or maintaining employment, advancing in a career, developing independent-living skills, or adjusting to blindness or vision loss. Eligibility and available services are determined by the program.

Geographic Area Served

Statewide throughout Arkansas through the main office and regional service locations.

Contact Information

Organization: Arkansas Division of Workforce Services
Program: Division of Services for the Blind
Physical address: 1 Commerce Way, Suite 204, Little Rock, Arkansas 72202
Mailing address: P.O. Box 3237, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203
Telephone: 501-682-5463
Toll-free: 800-960-9270
Arkansas Relay: 711
Official website: https://dws.arkansas.gov/services-for-the-blind/
Programs and services: https://dws.arkansas.gov/services-for-the-blind/programs-services/
Office locations: https://dws.arkansas.gov/services-for-the-blind/dsb-locations/

Why We Recommend This Resource

The Arkansas Division of Services for the Blind is an important starting point for residents who need employment assistance, blindness rehabilitation, assistive technology, independent-living instruction, or help adjusting to vision loss.

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