Hawaii State Agencies
Explore government agencies and public programs serving people who are blind, visually impaired, or living with disabilities in Hawaii. Select an agency below to learn more about its services, eligibility requirements, contact information, and application process.
Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Hawaii — Statewide
The Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation helps eligible people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, maintain, regain, or advance in employment and increase their independence.
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Ho‘opono Services for the Blind
Hawaii — Statewide
Ho‘opono provides comprehensive and specialized rehabilitation, employment, independent-living, and blindness-skills services for people throughout Hawaii who are blind, DeafBlind, or visually impaired.
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Ho‘opono New Visions Program
Hawaii — Statewide
The New Visions Program provides intensive blindness-skills training designed to increase confidence, independence, and preparation for competitive employment.
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Older Individuals Who Are Blind Program
Hawaii — Statewide
Ho‘opono provides specialized services to help older Hawaii residents who are blind or visually impaired maintain their independence and continue participating in their homes and communities.
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Hawaii State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Hawaii — Statewide
The Hawaii State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled provides free accessible books, magazines, Braille, audio materials, playback equipment, and other services to eligible people with visual and print disabilities.
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Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii
Hawaii — Statewide
The Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii helps people with disabilities explore, borrow, and obtain assistive technology that can increase independence.
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Centers for Independent Living in Hawaii
Hawaii — Statewide
Centers for Independent Living provide disability-led services that help people with disabilities develop skills, advocate for themselves, and live more independently in their communities.
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Hawaii Disability Rights Center
Hawaii — Statewide
The Hawaii Disability Rights Center protects and advocates for the human, civil, and legal rights of people with disabilities throughout Hawaii.
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Hawaii Client Assistance Program
Hawaii — Statewide
The Client Assistance Program provides advocacy and assistance to people applying for or receiving vocational rehabilitation and certain independent-living services in Hawaii.
Learn More About the Hawaii Client Assistance Program