Specialized Illinois rehabilitation services help people who are blind or visually impaired develop independence and achieve employment, education, and community-living goals.
About
Specialized blindness services are provided through the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services.
Illinois currently organizes these services within the Bureau of Customer and Community Services, which includes Blind Services.
The program works with adults who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind to increase independence and pursue employment and educational goals.
Services May Include
Specialized vocational rehabilitation
Rehabilitation instruction
Orientation and mobility
Braille
Assistive technology
Independent-living skills
Employment preparation and placement
Services for people who are DeafBlind
Additional specialized programs include services for older individuals who are blind and the Illinois Business Enterprise Program for the Blind.
Who They Serve
Eligible Illinois residents who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind and need rehabilitation services related to employment, education, training, or independence.
Eligibility and services are determined individually.
Contact Information
Organization: Illinois Department of Human Services – Division of Rehabilitation Services
Blind Services Headquarters: 809 Commercial Street, Springfield, IL 62703
General DRS Telephone: 877-761-9780
Illinois Relay: 711
Why We Recommend This Resource
Blindness rehabilitation often requires specialized knowledge that goes beyond general disability services.
Illinois Blind Services can connect people with counselors, mobility specialists, rehabilitation instructors, technology training, Braille instruction, and employment services designed around the needs of people with vision loss.