Living with Vision Loss

The Iowa Department for the Blind helps empower blind and visually impaired Iowans to lead active and fulfilling lives. The Department educates and trains them in alternative techniques while instilling them with confidence for independent living and competitive job placement. These skills enable those with vision loss to fully participate in life, through work, family and community and helps them achieve their dreams.

Independent Living Services
In-home and community-based services throughout Iowa at no cost.

Orientation Center
The Adult Orientation and Adjustment Center provides a curriculum for those ages 17 and older to learn alternative skills for everything from cooking to computers.

Young Adult Programs
Transition services from school to work for ages 14 to 24.

Find or Keep a Job
The Department provides free employment services to blind and visually impaired Iowans who are looking for a job or want to retain or advance in their current career.

Deaf-Blind Resources
A list of helpful resources for deaf-blind people and their families.

Learn and Connect
Learn about blindness and connect with community groups and resources.

Helpful Tools & Devices
Assistive tools & devices that can help in your home and life.

Legal Blindness - Functional Blindness
Definitions for legal and functional blindness.

Share Your Story
Tell us about your experience as a blind person through our Oral History project.