Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities | State of Missouri: Department of Social Services: Mo Healthnet Division
The Blind Pension program was established in 1921 and is financed entirely by state funds. This program provides assistance for blind persons who do not qualify under the Supplemental Aid to the Blind law and who are not eligible for Supplemental Security Income benefits. Each eligible person receives a monthly cash grant of $541, as well as state funded medical assistance.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/19/2024
Data provided by
United Way of Greater St Louis 211
Physical Address
615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO 65102
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm
Voice
Website
Application process
Telephone For Service
Fee
No Fees
Required documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Call for Details
Languages
English Only
Service area
Cole County, MO
Agency info
STATE OF MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
To maintain or improve the quality of life for the people of the State of Missouri. The Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) was constitutionally established in 1974. It is charged with administering programs to promote, safeguard and protect the general welfare of children, to maintain and strengthen family life and to aid people in need as they strive to achieve their highest level of independence. ALSO KNOWN AS DFS DIVISION OF FAMILY SERVICES