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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.
To request services for yourself or another person, please use the following form.
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.
Learn about BSBP
Services
Employment
- Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- DeafBlind Services (for individuals who are both deaf and blind)
- Business Enterprise Program
- Business Services for Employers
Students
Independent Living
Specialized Services
Residential Services
Partners
- For TCVI's
- Other Resources (includes information For Eye Doctors and Organization links)
Informational publications
Informational overviews in an easy to print design.
Contacts
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