Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded the Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, a formula grant of $2,386,865.00 under the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind (CFDA 84.177) program. This award, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, supports the provision of comprehensive independent living services to older individuals who are blind or visually impaired throughout Florida. Services delivered under this grant include vocational assessments, career counseling, job training, assistive technology support, and specialized independent living interventions designed to help visually impaired seniors maintain autonomy, enhance community integration, and improve overall quality of life.

As the state's vocational rehabilitation agency, the Florida Department of Education administers this formula allocation to support targeted assistance programs that enable blind and visually impaired older adults to achieve greater independence and workforce participation. The grant operates under Florida's approved application and state plan, with funds distributed to implement direct services at the local and community level through the state's comprehensive rehabilitation services infrastructure.