The Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) provides services to legally blind or visually impaired Connecticut residents. These services include:
- Training and devices that help people with blindness live on their own at home and in the community
- Helping childrenl earn and adjust at school and daily life
- Helping people who are blind find jobs
- Helping people keep their jobs if they lose their vision
For more information call 860-602-4000 or email ads.besb@ct.gov
Doctor’s online form (Eye Report)
In Connecticut, doctors, advanced practice registered nurses, and eye doctors must report to BESB within 30 days after they begin caring for someone who is blind.
Low Vision Consultants
Are you looking for a low-vision consultant? Check out the list of consultants who help BESB clients who are legally blind.
Handbook for consumers
Handbook in English - BUREAU OF EDUCATION AND SERVICES FOR THE BLIND (BESB) YOUR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM AND SERVICES - English Handbook
Handbook in Spanish - JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN Y SERVICIOS PARA LOS CIEGOS (BESB) SU PROGRAMA DE REHABILITACIÓN VOCACIONAL Y SERVICIOS - Handbook - español
Testimonials
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