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CRIS Program - Special Assistance for the Blind
 
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Title Special Assistance for the Blind
Agency Divisions of Services for the Blind, Deaf, and Hard of Hearing
Divisions of Services for the Blind, Deaf, and Hard of Hearing
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Description Provides a financial supplement to enable legally blind North Carolina residents who meet eligibility requirements to live either in an adult care home or residence; or if a minor, to reside in a specialized community residential center.
Grantee Eligibility This program does not provide financial assistance grants.
Fund 14450-1210
State $282,871.00
Federal Federal Amount not specified
Other $261,815.00
Funding Year 2008
Keywords independent living,  blind
Assistance None