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

949 Market Street, Suite 508, Tacoma, WA 98402

Our office is located on Market Street between 9th and 11th Streets. We are on the fifth floor of the Tacoma Rhodes Center in Suite 508.

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

American Sign Language, Interpreter services

Application process

Email, call, or visit website for more information.

Fees

None.

Service area

Thurston, WA
Kitsap, WA
Jefferson, WA
Grays Harbor, WA
Clallam, WA
Pierce, WA
King, 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

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

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.