Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind

CFDA 84.177 PROJECT GRANTS

Program Objectives

To provide any independent living services that are described in 34 CFR Section 367.3(b) of the program regulations to older individuals who are blind; improve or expand services for these individuals; and conduct activities to help improve public understanding of the challenges of these individuals.

Who Can Benefit

Older individuals who are blind, as defined in 34 CFR 367.5 of the ILOIB program regulations are the primary beneficiaries of assistance under this program. This term means "an individual aged 55 or older whose severe visual impairment makes competitive employment extremely difficult to obtain but for whom independent living goals are feasible."

Financial Information

Award Amounts

For FY 2024, the estimated range of State awards (including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico) under the distribution formula is $225,000 to $3,271,162, with a median award of $405,349. The statutory amount for each of the four territories is $40,000.

Program Funding

(Project Grants) FY 23$33,317,000.00; FY 24 est $33,260,449.00; FY 25 est $32,983,830.00; FY 22$33,317,000.00; FY 21$33,317,000.00; FY 20$33,317,000.00; FY 19$33,317,000.00; FY 18$33,317,000.00; FY 17$33,317,000.00; FY 16$33,317,000.00; -

Program Recipients (FY2024)

No Current Data Available.

How to Apply

This program is typically administered through institutions or organizations. Contact your school's financial aid office or visit the official program website for application information.

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Administering Agency

OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF

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Data Source

Information from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Last updated: December 2024.