Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI)

06/10/2026

What are Vocational Rehabilitation Services? Check out this video overview from Disability Rights of Florida of Vocational Rehabilitation services and learn how VR can support youth and young adults with disabilities in exploring careers, building skills, and preparing for employment and adulthood.

What are Vocational Rehabilitation Services? Having a job can be a really fulfilling part of life.Employment can help you connect with people, discover your ...

06/08/2026

Mark your calendars and register today for this Town Hall on June 25th about Voter Accessibility for people with hearing and/or vision loss.

A Voter Accessibility Town Hall will be held on June 25, 2026, from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Several agencies will participate in a town hall meeting to talk about accessibility and what we can do to improve it. We are seeking your feedback!

To register for the town hall: https://dsa-virginia.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/K60SN80yQwayI9Wdx8nN0g #/registration

Virginia Department of Elections Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) disAbility Law Center of Virginia

06/04/2026

to last month when we celebrated amazing DBVI employees and their work anniversaries! Our team members at Virginia Industries for the Blind in Charlottesville were all smiles as Deputy Commissioner Koch congratulated them and presented their service awards. We are grateful for their dedication and the impact they make every day.

06/03/2026

Last week, DBVI spent a fun day with several individuals who are blind as they explored the Light Rail in Norfolk. They had a hands on tour where they opened and closed the train doors, sat in the conductor seat, blew the horn and explored the controls.

The group then rode the train from the Norfolk State University station to the Newtown Road station. They tried the new ticket machines and read the new braille signs before heading back.

It was a great day of learning, confidence building and adventure!

06/02/2026

Good news for families! You can now apply for Virginia SUN Bucks online at http://dss.virginia.gov/.../how-to-apply-for-sun-bucks.
No paperwork to print. No phone call required. Just fill out the form on your computer or phone!
Not sure if you need to apply? Take the quick quiz at dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks to check your status.

Good news for families! You can now apply for Virginia SUN Bucks online at VirginiaSunBucks.com.

No paperwork to print. No phone call required. Just fill out the form on your computer or phone!

Not sure if you need to apply? Take the quick quiz at dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks to check your status.

En español:
¡Buenas noticias para las familias! Ahora puede solicitar Virginia SUN Bucks en línea en VirginiaSunBucks.com.

No necesita imprimir documentos. No se requiere llamada telefónica. ¡Solo complete el formulario desde su computadora o teléfono!

¿No está seguro si necesita solicitarlo? Haga el cuestionario rápido en dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks para verificar su estado.

05/27/2026

The Impact of VR Services: A Family Perspective. Learn more from Amanda and her parents as they discuss the importance of VR services and what they did to support her success. Hear how Amanda’s advocacy journey shaped her career path and highlights the impact of strong supports and self-advocacy in building meaningful employment outcomes.

Episode 4: The Impact of VR Services: A Family Perspective

05/26/2026

5 Ways Working Helps Me Manage My Mental Health Conditions. This highlights how employment can support mental health management. Discover how work provides structure and helps maintain wellness during the transition to adulthood. Read more!

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. As someone with lived experience of a mental health condition and chronic illness, I can speak to the benefits of employment. Having a job is not only possible for those of us living with mental health conditions, it also can be a key compon...

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on today as we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are grateful for their sacrifice and for all who continue to serve. We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day! DBVI is proud to support a world where accessibility isn’t an afterthought, it’s a standard. GAAD is a reminder that digital access and inclusion matter every day for people of all abilities.