Disability Services
Independent Living Older Blind Program
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This program provides services to help you live comfortably at home if you are blind.  Services include:

  • Recommendations for other programs and resources 
  • Lessons on how to get around your house or community with a cane or guide dog 
  • Support groups
  • Tips and training on how to do everyday activities
  • New ways to do activities like playing board games, sewing, and reading
  • Help with using audio-based equipment and learning Braille

Braille is an alphabet of raised dots that helps people who are blind read.

How do I apply?

To find out how to apply, please contact the District of Department on Disability Services. You can email them at dds@dc.gov or call 202-730-1700 (TTY 202-730-1516) Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm.

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