ICBVI’s Independent Living Program helps people who are blind or visually impaired develop adaptive skills for living independently at home and in the community.
About
The Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired operates an Independent Living Program for people who are blind or visually impaired.
The program is designed to help people adjust to vision loss, learn alternative techniques, and function as independently as possible in their homes and communities.
Qualified rehabilitation teachers can work with individuals in their own homes and communities.
There is no cost for a rehabilitation teacher to meet with an individual and introduce training and adaptive aids that may improve independence.
Services May Address
Reading and communication
Using telephones and household devices
Cooking and home-management tasks
Personal organization
Orientation and mobility
Adaptive aids and equipment
Hobbies and recreational activities
Techniques for completing everyday activities with vision loss
Who They Serve
The program serves Idahoans who are blind or visually impaired and need assistance maintaining or increasing independence.
Individuals experiencing difficulty completing everyday activities because of vision loss are encouraged to contact ICBVI to learn whether services may be appropriate.
Regional Services
ICBVI maintains regional offices serving different areas of Idaho, including:
Coeur d’Alene
Lewiston
Boise
Twin Falls
Pocatello
Idaho Falls
Visitors should use ICBVI’s current directory to identify the office serving their area.
Main Contact Information
Main Office: 341 West Washington Street, Boise, ID 83702
Telephone: 208-334-3220
Independent Living Information:https://icbvi.idaho.gov/il/
Why We Recommend This Resource
Not everyone experiencing vision loss is looking for employment.
ICBVI’s Independent Living Program is important because it focuses on the practical skills a person needs to remain independent at home and participate in the community.
The availability of rehabilitation teachers who can work with people in their own homes and communities can be especially valuable to someone adjusting to vision loss.