MN State Services for the Blind
FOR YOUTH: If you are a young person between the ages of 14 and 21 with a visual disability, you are eligible to apply for vocational rehabilitation services from SSB FOR ADULTS WHO WANT TO WORK: If you are a blind, visually impaired or DeafBlind adult who is working, wants to work, or is interested in operating a small business in the Business Enterprises Program FOR SENIORS: If you are a blind, visually impaired or DeafBlind senior (55 years or over) seeking self-care or other services TICKET TO WORK: The Ticket To Work, which is referred to as the Ticket, is a new Social Security Program. It is for people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits because of their disability or blindness. The program offers SSDI/SSI beneficiaries more choices in getting the services they need to go to work. For Blind and Visually Impaired Persons of All ages: Information About Vision Loss
— Practical resources for Seniors, their families, and service providers
Volunteer Opportunities — Volunteer to support our mission. About MN State Services for the Blind — To learn more about State Services for the Blind Minnesota State Services for the Blind 2007 Annual Report [Word] or [PDF] MN State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind — A Governor-appointed advisory group Making Websites Accessible — Resources for website developers Resource Links — Other sites that may be of interest for visitors For Further Information — Office locations and details on services Minnesota State Services for the Blind, a partner in the Minnesota WorkForce Center system, is a branch of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. |