DC Services for People with Blindness and Visual Impairments
Specialized rehabilitation and employment services help District residents who are blind or visually impaired increase their independence and employment opportunities.
About
The DC Rehabilitation Services Administration provides specialized services for District residents who are blind or visually impaired.
These services are designed to maximize independence and employment opportunities for people with visual disabilities.
Specialized vocational rehabilitation services are available for individuals who want to obtain employment, maintain their current employment, or advance in their careers.
Services may also address the blindness-specific skills a person needs to live and work independently.
Services May Include
Specialized vocational rehabilitation
Orientation and mobility training
Independent-living skills
Assistive-technology evaluations
Adaptive computer technology and software
Assistive-technology training
Employment preparation and job-retention assistance
Workplace accommodations and vocational training
Who They Serve
District of Columbia residents who are blind or visually impaired and meet the eligibility requirements for the applicable Rehabilitation Services Administration program.
Services are individualized based on the person’s disability-related needs and goals.
This is one of the most important resources for District residents who are blind or visually impaired because it combines employment assistance with specialized knowledge of blindness, visual impairment, adaptive technology, independent living, and accessible workplaces.
Someone who experiences significant vision loss and does not know where to begin should consider contacting this program.