Skip to main content

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)

MCB services individuals in Massachusetts who are legally blind by providing access to employment opportunities and social rehabilitation with the goal of increasing independence and self-determination.

COVID-19 Vaccine Info & Virtual Blindness Registry

COVID-19 Vaccine Information: 

  • Visit Mass.gov/CovidVaccine to make an appointment if you are eligible. 
  • Call the COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduling Resource Line at 2-1-1 or 877-211-6277. The Resource Line is available in English and Spanish with translators available to support 100 additional languages. Hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., as well as Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  • The COVID-19 Vaccine Finder tool enables residents to search for a vaccination location and view appointment availability before scheduling. The tool can be accessed via the state’s vaccination website at Mass.gov/CovidVaccine or directly at https://vaxfinder.mass.gov.

MCB Virtual Blindness Registry: 

MCB: Serving Individuals Who Are Blind Since 1906

MCB Consumer Richard Phipps and his guide dog standing in business attire outdoors at Perkins School for the Blind
What's Your Vision? PSA Campaign 
Man interviewing woman with microphone during podcast recording in studio
MCB "Career Views" Podcast 
Pre-ETS Best Practice Guide Graphic Novel Superhero MCB standing in cape with glasses
Pre-ETS Guide: The Quest for Independence 
Doctor using iPad or Table to do work
Online Reporting for Eye Care Providers 
Two individuals in business attire reviewing documents at a table during a job interview
Soft Skills Online Training 

Contact Us

MCB Logo

Address

MAIN OFFICE
600 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
Directions 
Western Massachusetts - Region 1 (413-781-1290)
436 Dwight Street, Room 109, Springfield, MA 01103
Directions 

Phone

Main (617) 727-5550
Toll Free (800) 392-6450
Central Registration (617) 626-7415

For Certificates of Blindness, ID cards, Registration Status, etc.

Online

General Inquiries MCBinfo@mass.gov
Registration Inquiries BlindnessRegistry@mass.gov
DeafBlind Extended Supports DeafBlind@mass.gov
Issues & Complaints MCB-Ombudsman@mass.gov
Sign up for emails from MCB 
Opt in for phone notifications from MCB 

Fax

Fax (617) 626-7685

Who we serve

MCB services individuals in Massachusetts who are legally blind by providing access to employment opportunities and social rehabilitation with the goal of increasing independence and self-determination.

Our MCB community consists of many partners across the Commonwealth who are committed to our shared mission of service. We are grateful for the support of our stakeholders.

Massachusetts Blindness Resources: MCB Stakeholder Resource Guide

Find Your MCB Regional Contact by City and Town: MCB List of Cities and Towns by Region

Mail Donations to MCB Chief Financial Officer, 600 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111. 

What would you like to do?

Top actions & services

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) for the Blind  Social Rehabilitation (SR)  Deaf Blind Extended Supports (DBES) Unit 

More actions & services

Eligibility for MCB Services  Benefits for individuals who are legally blind  MCB Support Services  Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Public Records  Access MCB Resource Library including laws relating to MCB  MCB Registration Process 
See all actions & services 

Recent news & announcements

  • News

    THE MARY CONNOR STORY: ATTITUDE IS GRATITUDE 

    4/14/2021 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

  • News

    CONDUIT FOR CHANGE: THE PAT REGAN STORY  

    3/25/2021 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

  • News

    A SUCCESS WHEREVER SHE GOES: THE ELANA REGAN STORY 

    3/03/2021 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

  • News

    FROM TRAUMA SURVIVOR TO ADVOCATE: THE AMBER WARD STORY 

    2/01/2021 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

  • News

    A PARTNERSHIP FOR CAREER SUCCESS: THE BRANDON ROLLINS AND BRITTANY TAYLOR STORY 

    1/14/2021 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

  • News

    LEADING THE TRANSITION FROM EDUCATION TO EMPLOYMENT: THE MAYANNE MACDONALD-BRIGGS STORY 

    12/23/2020 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

    At MCB, we recognize the achievements of the people we serve. The stories here celebrate individuals who strive to live independently in order to give back to their families, friends, community, and world.

See all news and announcements

Upcoming Events

See all events

Related organizations

Feedback