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WELCOME TO THE DEPARTMENT FOR THE BLIND AND VISION IMPAIRED
PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICES TO ASSIST VIRGINIA'S CITIZENS
Dr. Rick Mitchell, Commissioner
Director's Message | Latest News | Who is VRCBVI?
Learn more about DBVI
A MESSAGE FROM RICK MITCHELL
Welcome to the website of the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision
Impaired (DBVI). DBVI is an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia that is
dedicated to its mission of providing services and resources which empower
Virginians who are blind, vision impaired or deafblind to achieve their desired
levels of employment, education, and personal independence. Whether you are
experiencing vision loss yourself, have a family member who has a visual
disability or you’re conducting research; I believe the information you find
here will be beneficial to you.
Read more of the Commissioner's message.
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ABOUT DBVI
The Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) is an agency of the
Commonwealth of Virginia that is dedicated to its mission of providing quality
services to assist Virginia's citizens who are blind, vision impaired or
deafblind in achieving their desired level of employment, education, and
personal independence. The Department provides a wide array of specialized
services and programs for Virginia residents of all ages who are experiencing
significant vision impairments attain the skills, confidence and positive
outlook that are critical to independence.
Our primary focus is to assist blind Virginians in achieving quality employment
outcomes. Vocational evaluation, job training, job development, placement,
follow-up and other services are provided to assist consumers in obtaining jobs
in the public and private sectors. Training for and employment as food service
managers and vendors are available in cafeterias, snack bars, and other vending
facilities in public and private buildings. The Virginia Industries for the
Blind provides another employment option for blind Virginians at its two plant
locations in Charlottesville and Richmond, its satellite store operations and
administrative service positions across the Commonwealth.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) is to
provide services and resources which empower individuals who are blind, vision
impaired or deafblind to achieve their desired levels of employment, education,
and personal independence.
VISION STATEMENT
DBVI envisions a world in which individuals who are blind, vision impaired or
deafblind can access all that society has to offer and can, in turn, contribute
to the greater community. We believe this is achievable.
AGENCY VALUES
Recognize the Abilities of Individuals Who are Blind – We value the
contributions of individuals who are blind, vision impaired or deafblind..
Equal Access – We value equal access to all life activities including
information, education, training and employment.
Exemplary Work Habits – We value integrity, honesty, teamwork and dedication.
Diversity – We value diversity, respect for the individual and personal choice.
Employees – We value our employees for their dedication and expertise.
Professional Boundaries – We value healthy appropriate relationships with the
people we serve..
LATEST NEWS
College Immersion Program at James Madison University
Students from across the Commonwealth were able to participate in a week-long
college immersion program at James Madison University. One opportunity they had
was to try a new navigational app, Microsoft Soundscapes, which uses auditory
queues to direct users navigating different spaces. NBC 12 provides an in-depth
look at this technology.
Voice Your Opinion on DBVI Services
DBVI is always looking for input regarding agency strategic planning,
development of agency policies and procedures, and implementing services and
supports to potentially eligible and eligible individuals who are blind, vision
impaired, and deafblind. Submit your written comments prior to December 31, 2022
to: Susan.Davis@dbvi.virginia.gov or by calling 804-371-3140/1-800-622-2155
(Voice/TTY).
Cyber Security Program for Youth
The U.S. faces a shortfall of nearly 714,000 cybersecurity professionals. DBVI
is continuing the partnership with Cyber.org in providing students with
disabilities the opportunity to explore this field. Find out more!
DBVI Announces Completed Renovations
DBVI is excited to announce the completion of the renovations to the original
Stone Farmhouse on the Azalea Campus in Richmond, Virginia. Take a few minutes
to go on a virtual tour and learn more about this project
Training Sessions on Facebook
Between March and July 2020, VRCBVI conducted a host of virtual trainings on
subjects ranging from access technology, conversations about blindness, braille,
O&M, PHM, health and diabetes education, goal setting, using apps, job searches,
and many, many more. The Zoom hosted training sessions were recorded and shared
on DBVI's Facebook page.
Visit our page to access the recorded training sessions.
COVID-19 Information
As the Commonwealth of Virginia is still dealing with the impacts of COVID-19,
stay up-to-date with the latest guidance from the Virginia Department of Health,
vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/.
Virginia's new health coverage for adults
Thousands of Virginians aged 19-64 will soon be able to sign up for new health
coverage that will give them access to services at low cost. Starting in early
2019, eligible adults will be able to visit their doctor for help with
preventing illness and improving their health. Visit www.coverva.org to learn
more.
iBill Info
The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing is providing currency readers, free of
charge, to eligible blind and visually impaired individuals. Individuals
interested in receiving a currency reader through the U.S. Currency Reader
Program must submit an application, signed by a competent authority who can
certify eligibility. Applications, available in English and in Spanish, can be
downloaded here.
Publications
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DBVI.
Board and Councils
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Office Listings
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DBVI Calendar
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Job Opportunities
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Richmond, Virginia 23227
(804) 371-3140
Toll Free: (800) 622-2155
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Use: Web Use | Accessibility
Acts: ADA | FOIA
Access for All: Compliance | Translation
Web Standards
At a minimum, this web site meets Section 508 and at least Level A Conformance
to WCAG 1.0. On January 18, 2017, the U.S. Access Board published a final rule
as the new standard for website accessibility. The rule requires adherence to
the new accessibility standards twelve months from its date of publication. DBVI
is working towards WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance.
The goals of the DBVI accessibility plan are:
* All new content posted on this website after January 18, 2018, will meet
W3C’s WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance.
* All content posted prior to January 18, 2018, will be remediated to meet
W3C’s WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance as soon as possible.
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