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The Older Individuals who are Blind (OIB) Program is a federally funded grant that provides services to persons age 55 or older and who are blind or visually impaired. 

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Colorado Program Information

What is the purpose of the program?

The purpose of the OIB program is to: provide independent living services to older individuals who are blind, conduct activities that will improve or expand services for these individuals, and conduct activities to improve public understanding of these individuals’ challenges

What services are available?

Services that a person may receive include: 

  • Clinical/Functional Vision Assessments and Services
  • Assistive Technology Devices and Services
  • Orientation and Mobility Training
  • Communication Skills Training
  • Daily Living Skills Training
  • Advocacy Training
  • Adjustment Counseling and/or Peer Support Services 

Where can I receive services, and whom should I contact?

Colorado outsources OIB services to five independent living centers and other qualifying agencies throughout the state. Are you looking for OIB resources? If so, please reach out to one of the agencies listed below to learn more about the OIB services available to you. 

Colorado OIB Agencies:

  • Center Toward Self-Reliance

    • Phone: 719-546-1271
    • Website: cfdpueblo.org
    • Counties Served: Alamosa, Baca, Bent, Conejos, Costilla, Crowley, Custer, Fremont, Huerfano, Kiowa, Las Animas, Mineral, Otero, Prowers, Pueblo, Rio Grande, and Saguache.

  • Center for People with Disabilities

    • Phone: 303-442-8662
    • V/TTY: 888-929-5519
    • Website: cpwd.org
    • Counties Served: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Weld.
    • Email: info@cpwd.org

  • Center for Independence

    • Phone: 970-241-0315
    • Website: cfigj.org
    • Counties Served: Chaffee, Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Lake, Mesa, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, and San Miguel Counties.

  • Colorado Center for the Blind

    • Phone: 303-778-1130
    • Website: cocenter.org
    • Counties Served: Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Gilpin, and Jefferson.

  • Ensight Skills Center

    • Phone: 970-407-9999
    • Website: ensightskills.org
    • Counties Served: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson, Larimer, Weld, Mesa, Delta, Summit, Jackson and Fort Morgan.
    • Email: info@ensightskills.org