VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES (VR) - NEW YORK STATE COMMISSION FOR THE BLIND | NEW YORK STATE COMMISSION FOR BLIND - SYRACUSE REGION
Offers guidance and counseling to assist consumers who are legally blind find or retain employment. Vocational counselors work with the consumer to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). The IPE acts as a road map to guide the consumer toward their employment goals. Goals vary, and include preparing for and finding a job, continuing at a current workplace or maintaining a household independently.
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211 Susquehanna UW Vestal
Physical Address
100 S Salina St Ste 105, Syracuse, NY 13202
Hours
Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm;
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Fax
(315) 479-3453
Fax
(315) 479-3453
Application process
Referrals are accepted through any source, including phone, paper applications, email or fax.
Fee
Sliding
Eligibility
Any New York State resident who is legally blind may be eligible for services provided by NYSCB. Legal blindness is defined as:A visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better or stronger eye with best correction, orA restricted field of vision of 20 degrees or less in the better or stronger eye.If you are unsure if you are legally blind, NYSCB can assist you in determining eligibility.
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Interpretation services available
Service area
Broome County, New York Tioga County, New York Chenango County, New York
Agency info
NEW YORK STATE COMMISSION FOR BLIND - SYRACUSE REGION
To provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals who are legally blind and interested in work, and assistive services and/or equipment to all other individuals who are legally blind, and reside in New York State. Serving individuals from birth to older residents of NYS.