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

The Department of Education Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded $225,000 to the Utah Department of Workforce Service on October 1, 2025, under the Rehabilitation Services Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who are Blind (ILOIB) formula grant program (CFDA 84.177). The award funds independent living services for older individuals who are blind in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a period of performance running through September 30, 2026. The ILOIB program supports the provision of independent living services as described in 34 CFR Section 367.3(b), including activities to improve or expand services for this population and conduct outreach to enhance public understanding. Formula grant awards under this program are made annually to states with approved applications; funds are subject to reallotment at the end of the fiscal year if the state does not expend its allotment. Recipients must comply with Uniform Guidance audit requirements and retain grant-related records for three years.