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Contact Information
Massachusetts Commission for the BlindContact: Lesli Baker Johnson, Director
Email Address: DeafBlind@mass.gov
Phone: 617-626-7483
Alternate Phone: 800-392-6450
Fax: 617-626-7537
View Deaf/Blind Residential Placement Program Website
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
 
