Success Story
In February 2017, an individual with a vison loss was seeking services with BCCBS to advance his career. He was legally blind due to myopia, nystagmus, and other congenital conditions. He had goals of working in human services. This customer had independently completed an associate degree but needed support for continuing his post-secondary education.
With support from BCCBS, he earned a bachelor's degree from University of Iowa in May 2020. He went on to complete his Master of Social Work degree in September of 2023. In addition to financial support for tuition and fees, books, and supplies, he was provided with blind instruction which included rehabilitation technology assessments, purchase of assistive technology and assistive technology training, adjustment counseling, and keyboarding training.
He worked with his rehabilitation counselor and rehabilitation instructor throughout his case. While completing his master's degree, customer was employed with Chestnut Health Services. Customer continues to be employed with a Mental Health Agency as a Clinician. Upon receipt of his signed closure notification, customer wrote:
"I am thankful and very appreciative with the services you and your offices have provided me. This was a major milestone in my life. You all made it possible for me to achieve. Again, thanks to you all. "
