Formula Grant H177B250032

This federal Formula Grant award of $1,856,013.00 was provided by the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services under the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind (CFDA 84.177) program. The grant aims to enhance the autonomy, community integration, and quality of life for older individuals experiencing blindness or visual impairment through comprehensive independent living services. These services may include vocational assessments, career counseling, job training, assistive technology support, and other independent living assistance tailored to the specific needs of the target population. The award was provided to the New York Office of Children & Family Services, a state government agency that will use the funding to develop and expand these independent living services, potentially sub-awarding portions to local non-profit organizations and specialized disability support providers across New York. The grant period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025.