Independent Living Services offered at Washington State Department of Services for the Blind in Yakima
Empowers people to live independently in their homes and communities. Services assist participants in gaining the confidence, skills, and alternative techniques necessary to maintain or regain their independence to restart customary life activities. Goal is to gain the ability to choose lifestyle and level of independence based on information and knowledge, not perceived limitations.
Physical Address
506 North 40th Avenue, Yakima, WA 98908
Hours
M-Th, 8am-4:30pm.
Application process
Email or call. Staff will be in contact. Staff will also travel to provide services to individuals who cannot access one of the office locations.
Fee
None.
Eligibility
People who are 24 years old or older and who have vision loss or blindness impacting their ability to live independently in their homes. Serves those who are not employed, seeking employment, in school, or planning to go to school.
Languages
Interpreter services
American Sign Language
Service area
Benton, WA Chelan, WA Douglas, WA Franklin, WA Grant, WA Kittitas, WA Klickitat, WA Walla Walla, WA Yakima, WA
Agency info
Washington State Department of Services for the Blind
Assists people who are blind or visually impaired by providing training and opportunities to compete successfully for employment. Provides Vocational Rehabilitation services to adults, educational workshops and pre-employment services to youth, and independent living services for individuals who are not interested in pursuing careers.