Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB)

Vision Loss Services

Provides direct support services to blind or deaf-blind people to help them live as independently as possible

Description

Blind or visually impaired support services involve direct support to people who are blind, deaf-blind, or those with low vision. Program focuses on teaching Independent Living Skills (ILS) to people with a visual impairment.

Additional Information

Offers help to individuals who have new blindness. deaf-blindness or visual disabilities. Adjustment to Blindness Training refers to training opportunities which teach an individual with a vision loss the skills necessary to work competitively and live independently.

Training includes:

• Skills to help you travel and get where you need to go
• Learning to access printed materials with computer equipment and/or braille
• Tools and techniques to take on all the challenges of daily life
• Gaining confidence to live successfully and pursue personal and professional goals

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Big Stone County
  • Chippewa County
  • Cottonwood County
  • Jackson County
  • Kandiyohi County
  • Lac qui Parle County
  • Lincoln County
  • Lyon County
  • Murray County
  • Nobles County
  • Pipestone County
  • Redwood County
  • Renville County
  • Rock County
  • Swift County
  • Yellow Medicine County

• Client Conveniences
  • Assistance with community resources

• Specialization
  • Blind or visually impaired