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Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired

397 Azalea Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227

(804) 371-3140

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Contact Information

Main
(804) 371-3140
Toll-Free
(800) 622-2155
TTY/TTD
(804) 371-3133

Who We Are

Individuals, under the age of 55, with severe visual impairment will receive help through the Rehabilitation Teaching / Independent Living (RT/IL) Services Program to adapt to the challenges of daily living, orientation and mobility, assistive communication and general adjustment services. Rehabilitation teachers provide in-depth home visits to evaluate the unique needs, skills and concerns of each senior and due a post-assessment to assure that goals have been met after services have been provided.  The teacher sets independent living goals with the senior and writes a Independent Living Plan.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Statewide

Age Requirements
0-5
,
6-12
,
13-21
,
22-55
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
Individuals under the age of 55 .with severe visual impairment

Intake Process
Call the office
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes