Independent Living Services offered at Washington State Department of Services for the Blind in Yakima

506 North 40th Avenue, Suite 102, Yakima, WA 98908

The DSB office in Yakima, WA is located in the Fieldstone Office Complex on the west side of 40th Avenue about half a block south of the intersection of Englewood and 40th Avenues. The driveway leading to our office building is marked by two large signs: One reads “Fieldstone”, the other one “Family Vision Care”.

Eligibility

You may qualify for the Independent Living Program if you are at least 24 years old or older and have vision loss or blindness impacting your ability to live independently in your home. The Independent Living Program is for people who are not employed, seeking employment, in school, or planning to go to school.

Hours

M-Th, 8am-4:30pm.

(800) 552-7103

Voice

https://dsb.wa.gov/our-services/independent-living

[email protected]

Languages

Interpreter services, American Sign Language

Application process

Email, call, or visit website for more information.

Fees

None.

Service area

Benton, WA
Chelan, WA
Douglas, WA
Franklin, WA
Grant, WA
Kittitas, WA
Klickitat, WA
Walla Walla, WA
Yakima, WA

Description

When vision loss makes your daily life difficult, DSB is here to help. DSB's Independent Living Program can empower you to live independently in your home and community. The Independent Living Program is free for anyone who qualifies. We match you with a local provider that can help you meet your goals of becoming independent.

What's Here

Independent Living Skills Instruction Evaluation for Assistive Technology Activities of Daily Living Assessment Travel Training for Older Adults/People With Disabilities Low Vision Aids

Providing organization

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.