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Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB)

Vision Loss Services

Bemidji Office

616 America Ave NW, Ste 230, Bemidji, MN, 56601

Distance: 953 Miles

(218) 333-8206

Website

https://mn.gov/deed/ssb/vision-loss/adjustment-blindness.jsp

Service Details

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

  • Client Conveniences
    • Assistance with community resources 
  • Specialization
    • Blind or visually impaired 

Area Served

Northwestern Minnesota


Websites

Phone Numbers

Type Number Hours
Main (218) 333-8206
Toll Free (888) 234-1257

Last Update

10/4/2023

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