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Bureau of Services for Blind Persons

Bureau of Services for Blind Persons

About the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons

The Michigan Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) believes in the capacity of people who are blind or visually impaired to achieve employment and independence. BSBP provides training and services that empower people to achieve their individual goals. If you live in Michigan and you're blind or visually impaired, the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons will work with you to define your goals and identify appropriate training and services. BSBP provides vocational skills training to aid in finding a job and training in daily living skills for State of Michigan residents living without vision. Depending upon your needs and eligibility for specific services, BSBP may also provide some types of adaptive equipment, computer software, and postsecondary education.

Apply for BSBP services

To request services for yourself or another person, please use the following form.

Complete the BSBP Services Referral Form

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Mission

The mission of the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons is to provide opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve employment, and/or achieve maximum and meaningful independence in life through comprehensive rehabilitative services.

Vision

It is the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons vision to help Michigan become a better State for blind and visually impaired persons to be equal contributing citizens that enjoy all the advantages of a full, independent life.

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BSBP Fee for Service Title and Rates

Coming soon - Service Provider Portal to apply for vendor services!

Here is the link to the current BSBP Fee for Service Titles and Rates. This version of the Fee for Service Rates was made effective October 1, 2025. 

    Service Fee Title and Rates Document

    Learn about BSBP

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    Services

    Employment

    Students

    Independent Living

    Specialized Services

    Residential Services

    Partners

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    Informational publications

    Informational overviews in an easy to print design.

    • BSBP Welcome Flyer
      Overview of available services in Michigan for people who are blind or low vision.
    • BSBP DeafBlind Flyer
      Overview of DeafBlind services in Michigan supporting vocational rehabilitation, transition services for students and independent living services for those who are legally blind and have moderate to profound hearing loss. 
    • BSBP Independent Living Flyer
      Overview of independent living services in Michigan for people who are older blind or low vision (over 55) and not seeking employment but looking to maintain their independence in the home and community. 
    • BSBP Pre-Employment Transition Services Flyer
      Overview of available services in Michigan for students with disabilities aged 14 - 26 who are blind or low vision seeking to increase awareness and prepare for post-secondary employment and education through five core services. 
    • BSBP Services to Employers Flyer
      Overview of resources available to businesses in Michigan who are looking to recruit and retain blind and low vision talent. 
    • BTBL That All May Read (Braille and Talking Book Library Brochure)
      Overview of services available for those who are unable to use standard print material due to a visual or physical disability.
    • BSBP Training Center Flyer
      Overview of services for people in Michigan who are blind or low vision seeking onsite vocational or independent living services in a residential training institute. 
    • BSBP Vocational Rehabilitation Flyer
      Overview of the vocational rehabilitation program in Michigan preparing blind and low vision people for employment. 
    • BSBP Youth Low Vision Flyer
      Overview of services in Michigan for those aged birth through age 13 who are blind or low vision. 
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    Contacts

    Need to contact a BSBP Office?
    Use this listing to find an office location, address, phone or fax number.

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    Use the interactive feature to find the BSBP office located nearest you!
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    State of Michigan Contact Directory
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    News and information

    Transition Aged Student Programs

    BSBP Public Documents

    Spotlight News

    Success Stories

    Reports and Statistics

     

    Archived BSBP Press Releases

    BSBP partners

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    MRS

    Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) is the sister agency to BSBP and assists people with disabilities to obtain and or maintain employment.
    Link to the MRS Website
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    MCRS

    The Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services (MCRS or Council) gives advice and works in strategic partnership with Michigan’s two Designated State Units (DSUs), the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) and Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS), for providing Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services.
    Link to the MCRS Website
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    MDE RBLV

    Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind/Low Vision (MDE RBLV) provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are blind or low vision (BLV).
    Link to Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind and Low Vision Website
    Pursuant to section 238 of PA 166 of 2022, the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity posts this notice that it has adopted a hybrid policy that includes in-person, remote, and alternative work arrangements. The department or agency has the authority to assign and schedule its employees and determine their work location. This policy also provides for work options contingent upon the operational needs of the department or agency. Approval is at the discretion of the department or agency and can be changed or rescinded based upon operational needs. The policy includes which positions may qualify for a work option, how to request one and the requirements necessary for approval.