Independent living services for older individuals who are blind (OIB)

The Department of Education Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded the Department of Human Services Hawaii $225,000 under the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind program (CFDA 84.177) on October 1, 2025.

The award funds independent living services for older individuals who are blind, including service provision, improvement, and expansion activities, as well as public awareness efforts. The Department of Human Services Hawaii, a state government entity and child organization of the University of Hawaii Systems, serves as the recipient and administers the award through its Honolulu headquarters.

The period of performance runs from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, with place of performance in Honolulu, Hawaii. This is a formula grant awarded under the department's approved application; states receiving allotments under this program must submit applications containing assurances outlined in 34 CFR 367.31 and may appeal determinations to the Office of Administrative Law Judges. The award represents an annual allotment subject to reallotment at fiscal year-end if the department does not expend its full allotment.