Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities | Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind - Southeast
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
01/07/2025
Data provided by
United Way of Greater St Louis 211
Physical Address
106 Arthur Street, Sikeston, MO 63801
Hours
Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm
Voice
Application process
Telephone For Service
Fee
No Fees
Required documents
Call for Information
Eligibility
Call for Information
Languages
English Only
Service area
Scott County, MO
Agency info
STATE OF MISSOURI REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
Provides services to people with varying degrees of visual impairment, ranging from those who cannot read regular print to those who are totally blind. Services include vocational rehabilitation to those who have barriers to employment or school due to their vision, educate in aspects of independent living skills, have an Older Blind Services program and children's services and services for the prevention of blindness AKA MO-RSB