Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired

09/11/2026

This September marks , a time to honor the dogs that support individuals with disabilities, boosting their independence, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Understanding the proper way to engage with service dogs while they are on duty is crucial. Please check the link below for essential tips on how to interact with service dogs.

Service dogs are helpful for people with disabilities. It is important to know that these dogs are doing their job, so there are some rules of interaction.

09/10/2026

📢 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2027 LIFE Conference! Join us on Wednesday, January 27, 2027, at Bally’s Dover Conference Center for “From Advocacy to Action.” The LIFE Conference focuses on Legislation, Independence, Families, and Education and brings together people with disabilities, families, caregivers, professionals, educators, service providers, policymakers, and the community. Register now to take advantage of Early Bird pricing through November 2, 2026! A limited number of scholarships are available for Delaware residents with disabilities and their parents, guardians, or caregivers. To request a scholarship application, you MUST email the LIFE Conference contractor at [email protected]. The scholarship application deadline is October 2, 2026. Register here: https://lifeconferencede.org/registration/

Image Description: A colorful 2027 LIFE Conference registration graphic. On the left is a young child with Down syndrome with a surprised expression. A speech bubble above the child says, “Say WHAAAAAT?!?!”. The LIFE logo appears in the lower-left corner. On the right, an orange banner reads “REGISTRATION,” followed by “Is Open! for the 2027 LIFE Conference – From Advocacy to Action.” The graphic lists January 27, 2027, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at Bally’s Dover Conference Center. It directs people to lifeconferencede.org for information and registration and displays across the bottom.

09/04/2026

State Offices are closed in recognition of Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

09/01/2026

The September DABA events have been announced. Don't miss out!

08/20/2026

August is to remind kids how important it is for them to protect their vision, especially before returning back to school. Whether your kid is playing soccer or in a chemistry class, it is very important that they are wearing the correct eyewear for each activity. Check out the article below to learn what protective eye works best.

You can prevent most eye injuries by wearing the right protective eyewear. Learn what type of eyewear you need to protect your eyes during different activities, like playing a sport or doing chemistry experiments.

08/19/2026

DVI is very excited to be in attendance! Don't miss out on this great event!

Join us for a Community Resource Fair at the Blue Hen Corporate Center (655 S Bay Rd, Dover, DE 19901) on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

08/17/2026

This August is in preparation for all kids getting ready to go back to school. It is very important that kids are getting regular eye exams, which can sometimes be stressful for them. Below is a video you can show your kids to explain what an eye exam is, why it's important, and how you can prepare together.

Getting an eye exam for the first time can be stressful for kids, b...

08/14/2026

Please be aware that the next Independent Living Advisory Committee (ILAC) meeting following the September meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, from 1:00–2:00 PM.
The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom using the link below. An in-person anchor location will also be available at DVI’s New Castle office.

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