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Self-Care Program
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This program can help you if you are blind or have low vision. A counselor will come to your home and assess your current living situation, identify any difficulties you are having, and educate you on ways to improve your personal independence. The counselor can provide knowledge and services, such as:
- Guidance on how to move safely around your home
- Education on how to use household appliances
- Instruction on how to cook safely
- Training on how to use a cane
- Optical aides at no cost
- Access to talking books
How do I apply?
To find out how to get these services, please call the State Services for the Blind at 1-800-652-9000.
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Get Help from a Benefits Enrollment Center
Start Enrollment or Ask Questions
A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.
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