The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded a $289,901 Formula Grant to the Tennessee Department of Human Services on October 1, 2024. This grant is part of the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind (CFDA 84.177) program, which provides comprehensive independent living services to older individuals experiencing blindness or visual impairment.
Through this grant, the Tennessee Department of Human Services will deliver a range of services designed to enhance the autonomy, community integration, and quality of life for older blind individuals in the state. These services include assessments, counseling, training, assistive technology support, and workforce assistance aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and improving independent living skills. The department may also sub-award portions of the funding to local government entities, nonprofits, and educational institutions to expand service delivery across Tennessee.
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