Georgia

Georgia Program Information

What are the eligibility requirements?

• Persons age 55 or older and who are blind or visually impaired.

What services are available?

• Independent Living Services, including:
  • Advocacy
  • Information and referral
  • Cross-disability peer counseling
  • Independent living skills training
  • Daily Living Skills Training
  • Orientation and Mobility Training
  • Access Technology Training
  • Support Groups
  • Other services that assist individuals to maintain or regain independence and participation in their communities

What is the process for applying for services?

• Contact the program(s) serving your region directly to apply for and receive services. 

Additional service information:

• GVRA outsources OIB services to independent living centers and other qualifying agencies throughout the state.

Program Contact Information: 

Program Manager: Shirley Robinson, CRC, Coordinator for Blind Services 

• Agency: Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
• Email: Shirley.robinson@gvs.ga.gov  
• Phone: 404-783-3545
• Website: https://gvs.georgia.gov/sensory-services/older-blindproject-independence

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