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.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.
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.
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.
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.
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Find brochures, agency policies, the strategic plan and other information about DBVI.
Find information on the Boards and Councils that advise DBVI.
Locate the nearest DBVI regional office, find directions and other information.
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Come work with us! Find job opportunities at DBVI.