Visually Impaired & Blind Services

Visually Impaired & Blind Services

Vision Support, Resources, and Advocacy in Idaho

Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ICBVI)

📍 341 W Washington St, Boise, ID 83702

📞 (208) 334-3220

🌐 blind.idaho.gov

Area Served: Statewide

Comprehensive services for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

  • Orientation & mobility training (white cane skills)
  • Employment services and job training
  • Assistive technology training
  • Independent living skills

Idaho Talking Book Service (BARD / NLS)

📍 325 W State St, Boise, ID 83702

📞 (800) 458-3271

🌐 idahotalkingbooks.org

Area Served: Statewide

Free library service for individuals unable to read standard print.

  • Audiobooks and magazines
  • Braille materials by mail
  • Free playback devices
  • BARD Mobile app

Bonner County Community Resource EnVision Center

📍 1500 Hwy 2, Suite 101, Sandpoint, ID 83864

📞 (208) 255-5291

Area Served: Bonner County

Connections to local and regional support services.

  • Housing and utility assistance referrals
  • Medical and mental health resources
  • Crisis support

National Federation of the Blind of Idaho

📞 (208) 870-5199

🌐 nfbidaho.org

Area Served: Statewide

Advocacy, education, and peer support for blind individuals and families.

  • Peer mentoring
  • Advocacy and education
  • Scholarships
  • Community events

North Idaho Low Vision Services

📍 700 W Ironwood Dr, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

📞 (208) 667-4600

Area Served: North Idaho

Specialized services for individuals with partial vision loss.

  • Low vision exams
  • Vision rehabilitation
  • Magnification devices
  • Daily living training

Information is subject to change. Please contact each organization directly to confirm hours and availability.