Services for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers programs for adults with visual impairments to enable them to work and participate fully in family and community life. Services include vocational rehabilitation and the Business Enterprise Program for the Blind (BEPB) which offers management opportunities in the food service industry to individuals who are legally blind after completing a six-month training course.

Date of Last Formal Update

03/29/2023

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211 Metro Chicago

Physical Address

1010 Dixie Highway, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Hours

Mon 8:30am - 5:00pm; Tue 8:30am - 5:00pm; Wed 8:30am - 5:00pm; Thu 8:30am - 5:00pm; Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm;

Fax

(708) 709-3328

Voice

(888) 472-0943

Application process

Use the online Rehabilitation Services Web Referral form for self-referrals or to refer someone else. Please contact a local office for more information.

Eligibility

Illinois residents who are blind or visually impaired can receive most services without cost

Languages

English

Service area

IL, United States

Agency info

Illinois Department of Human Services

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides Illinois residents with streamlined access to integrated services, especially those who are striving to move from welfare to work and economic independence, and others who face multiple challenges to self-sufficiency.