Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired
397 Azalea Ave.
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 371-3353
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Main
(804) 371-3353
Toll-Free
(800) 622-2155
TTY/TTD
(804) 371-3140
Who We Are
LIFE (Learning Independence, Feeling Empowered) is a 5 week residential training program. The program is geared toward students between the ages of 14 and 18 who are students going to a high school. The program provides basic training in the skills of blindness and advocacy skills, helps students be responsible for their lives, affords opportunities to participate in physical fitness and offers opportunities to network and develop positive strategies and also provides opportunities to have lots of fun.
Call for more information. Program usually begins in July and wraps up in August.
Who We Serve
Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Statewide
Cost & Payment Methods
Payment Method(s)
Private Pay
Fee Structure
Call for Information
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
Ages 14 to 18 who are students
Available 24/7
No
Intake Process
Call for application deadlines and other requirements.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes