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Service to the Blind and
Visually Impaired - South Dakota Developmental Center
HOW TO GET INFORMATION ABOUT SERVICE TO THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED SERVICES:
This page and its links will help you understand what Service to the Blind and Visually Impaired is,
where to get services, how the process works, what you need to do to get services, etc.
Click on the how to questions below to get step-by-step procedures on:
Step-by-step process to apply for Vocational Rehabilitation Services:
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Contact the SBVI District Office that serves your county. Click here to find the office serving your county.
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Schedule a meeting to discuss services and complete an application.
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Gather information about your visual disability. Bringing this information with you can speed up the process. (example, copies of eye reports)
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You and your Counselor will develop a detailed plan of services available to help you achieve your employment goal.
The time it takes for you to reach your employment goal depends upon your individual needs. Remember
that any person whose disability significantly interferes with their ability to get or keep a job, and
who needs vocational rehabilitation services to overcome these barriers to employment is eligible.
Step-by-step process to apply for Independent Living Services:
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Contact the SBVI District Office that serves your county. Click here to find the office serving your county.
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Schedule a meeting to discuss services and complete an application.
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Gather information about your visual disability. Bringing this information with you can speed up the process. (example, copies of eye reports)
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You and your Rehabilitation Teacher will establish your Independent Living Service Plan. Services will be provided until all of your independent living goals have been achieved.
The time it takes for you to reach your independent living goal depends upon your individual needs.
Remember that any person whose disability significantly interferes with their ability to function in
the family, community or employment, and who needs independent living services to overcome these
barriers is eligible.
