Independent Living Social Services – Region II Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
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Contact Information
Massachusetts Commission for the BlindContact: Carolyn Gordon, Regional Director
Email Address: carolyn.gordon@state.ma.us
Phone: 508-754-1148 xV/TTY
Alternate Phone: 800-263-6944 x MA Only
Fax: 508-752-7832
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390 Main Street Suite 620 Worcester, MA 01608
Area Served: Central
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Narrative
Independent Living social services are provided for legally blind individuals who need assistance to become more independent. Services may include: Homemaking services for those under sixty years of age and need assistance because of secondary disability or illness. Low-vision evaluations and low vision devices to maximize residual vision Mobility instruction Rehabilitation teaching of day-to-day tasks Peer support groups available Assistive devices to improve daily living.
Service Types
- Adult Education
- Case Management
- Chore Services
- Homemaker Services
- Skills Training
Program Type
- Communication
- Counseling
- Support Groups
Populations Served
- Blind
- Visual Impairment
Ages Served
- Birth to 3
- 3 - 4
- 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
Additional Information
- Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds