Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Independent Living Skills Instructions
Serves individuals who are age 55 or older, and who are legally blind. It is designed to enable individuals to achieve or regain maximum independence within their homes and communities. Available services include: advocacy; counseling; information and referral; blindness skills training; rehabilitation teaching; orientation and mobility instruction; and, low vision services.
1130 Twelfth Avenue, Suite 300
Altoona District Office
Altoona, PA 16601
Eligibility: Visual eligibility must be documented. Financial needs test for cost services.
Call or visit web site for more information.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (814) 946-7330
  • (814) 949-7995 - Fax
  • (717) 787-8826 - Fax
Email Address: jmertz@state.pa.us
Intake Requirements: Call or visit web site for more information
Geographical Area: Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clinton, Columbia, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Somerset, Union
Facility/ADA Access: Yes for entrance to building, within the building and restrooms.
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Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Independent Living Skills Instructions
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