Deaf/Blind Residential Placement Program

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Contact Information

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
Contact: Lesli Baker Johnson, Director
Email Address: DeafBlind@mass.gov
Phone: 617-626-7483
Alternate Phone: 800-392-6450
Fax: 617-626-7537

600 Washington Street Boston, MA 02111
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Deaf/Blind Residential Placement Program

Narrative

Residential placements services for Deaf/Blind consumers. Social and Vocational Rehabilitation services.

  • Case management and advocacy
  • Information and referral (I&R) to community resources and other state agencies
  • Referrals for orientation and mobility
  • Rehab teaching
  • Adaptive technology (AT) and training
  • Low vision aids
  • Support with communication access and safety alert systems
  • Respite
  • Homemaker services
  • Family flex funding
  • Recreation and campership funding
  • Referrals to DeafBlind Community Access Network (DBCAN)
  • Referrals to DeafBlind Contact Center
  • Community/center-based day supports

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Group Homes
  • Job Training
  • Skills Training

Program Type

  • Jobs
  • Vocational

Populations Served

  • Visual Impairment

Ages Served

  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds
  • Licensed By: DDS, MCB