Independent Living Services - Independent Living , Case Management, Disability Awareness, Homemaker Services, Job Counseling, Job Placement, Job Skills, Self-Advocacy, Skills Training in Boston Massachusetts

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Contact Information

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
Contact: Alan White, Region IV Director
Email Address: Alan.White@state.ma.us
Phone: 617-626-7579
Alternate Phone: 617-727-5550
Fax: 800-392-6450
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600 Washington Street Boston , MA 02111
Area Served: Boston
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Narrative

Independent Living Social Services are provided for Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) consumers who need assistance to become more independent. Specialized services, including instruction in adaptive techniques and the use of assistive devices, can often vastly improve a consumer’s quality of life. Each consumer referred to the program works with a professional case manager. Services are planned and provided individually based on the person's unique needs.

Service Types

Case Management
Disability Awareness
Homemaker Services
Job Counseling
Job Placement
Job Skills
Self-Advocacy
Skills Training

Program Type

Independent Living

Populations Served

Blind
Visual Impairment

Ages Served

5 - 8
9 - 13
14 - 18
19 - 22
23 – 59
60 +

Accessibility Features

Accessible Parking
Accessible Restrooms
Elevators
Medical Needs
Near Public Transportation
Wheelchair Ramps

Independent Living Services Massachusetts Commission for the Blind