South Carolina Commission for the Blind
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind helps residents of our state who are blind or low vision gain independence and take advantage of opportunities for financial advancement.
Opportunities for All
Working with our network of business, community and government partners, we provide training, job placement and business opportunities for hundreds of South Carolinians each year. Our offices are conveniently located throughout the state and we take referrals for our services from physicians, family members, community partners or potential consumers.
Services
Vocational Rehabilitation assists eligible consumers with finding, maintaining, or regaining employment.
The Business Enterprise Program assists qualified eligible individuals to operate a vending business.
Employer Services assist businesses with meeting workforce needs.
Services
Youth Services assist ages 3 to 24 with building confidence and independence. Youth and students may receive Pre-employment Transition Services (for ages 13-21) and VR Transition Services (for ages 14-24).
Older Blind Services assist those 55 and older in remaining independent within their homes and communities.
Services
We provide education on Prevention of Blindness and eye safety around the state, and financial assistance for sight-saving procedures for individuals who meet financial need requirements.
Learn MoreOur Mission
We provide quality individualized vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services and prevention-of-blindness services to consumers who are blind or low vision, leading to competitive employment and social and economic independence.
Learn MoreNews & Events
CSNA Consumer Survey
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) is conducting a comprehensive statewide needs assessment (CSNA) of the employment needs of individuals who are blind or have low vision in South Carolina. We are asking consumers (current or former) to complete a short survey so that we can include the knowledge and experience of...
CSNA Community Partner Survey
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) is conducting a comprehensive statewide needs assessment (CSNA) of the employment needs of individuals who are blind or have low vision in South Carolina. As part of this assessment, we are surveying our community partners to incorporate their knowledge and experience. Please take this opportunity...
CSNA Business Survey
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) is conducting a comprehensive statewide needs assessment (CSNA) of the employment needs of individuals who are blind or low vision in South Carolina. As part of this assessment, we are surveying businesses to determine their needs related to recruiting, hiring, accommodating, and retaining...
SCCB services “life changing”
Carmelo Yearwood and his mother came to the South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) because he had a severe vision impairment in his right eye and rapidly declining vision in his left due to corneal thinning. Carmelo needed specialized care that his family could not afford without insurance. And without treatment, he could...
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