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

The Department of Education Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded $569,837 to the Department of Social Services Missouri on October 1, 2025, under the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind program (CFDA 84.177), a formula grant supporting independent living services for older individuals who are blind. The award period runs through September 30, 2026, with performance in Jefferson City, Missouri. The program funds any independent living services described in 34 CFR Section 367.3(b) and supports activities to improve or expand services for this population and enhance public understanding of their needs. States receiving formula allocations under this program must submit approved applications containing required assurances; funds are distributed annually via the Electronic Transfer System and are subject to reallotment if the State does not expend its allotment by fiscal year-end. The Department of Social Services Missouri serves as the pass-through grantee and administrator for this federal allocation directed to Missouri.