Vocational Rehabilitation Services

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Contact Information

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
Contact: Ulyena McPherson, Director
Email Address: ulyena.mcpherson@mass.gov
Phone: 857-248-2332
Alternate Phone: 617-626-7579

600 Washington Street Boston , MA 02111
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Narrative

Goal is to assist all eligible blind people to secure employment, independent homemaker status, or non-competitive employment, depending on their interests. Services include evaluation & assessment, individual & family counseling, & maximizing a person's remaining vision & other physical characteristics.

Service Types

  • Equipment Loan
  • Financial Assistance
  • Job Counseling
  • Job Placement
  • Job Seeking
  • Job Skills
  • Job Support

Program Type

  • Assistive Technology and Equipment
  • Counseling
  • Jobs
  • Transition
  • Vocational

Populations Served

  • Blind
  • Visual Impairment

Ages Served

  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Accessibility Features

  • Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Free Transport
  • Medical Needs
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Services at Home
  • Services at Work
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: Free Service