Adjustment to Vision Loss

When vision decreases, adjustments will be needed at home and at work. Our training in areas such as cooking and other activities, use of adaptive aids, safe travel instruction, communication skills, and technology can help you and your family in making this adjustment. Please contact a Social Worker for the Blind in your area.

Assessment

A technology assessment looks at what you want to do and what solutions are available to assist you. Your existing skills, your ability to master new skills, and where you will use the equipment are among the factors to consider. Please contact the district office nearest you.

Training

We can help with instruction to provide you with the skills needed to productively use software, hardware or special devices to achieve independent living, educational or vocational goals. Please contact the district office nearest you.

Job Site Evaluation

If you have or are applying for a job for which modifications might be needed to perform your job duties, our technology consultants can visit the job site to determine what modifications will best meet your need. These are some of areas that can be assessed: computers, telephone systems and the physical environment. Please contact the district office nearest you.

Travel Aids

Sometimes electronic travel aids or aids for distance vision are needed. Our Orientation and Mobility Instructors provide training in the use of the aids. Please contact the district office nearest you.

Equipment Purchase

We may be able to assist with the purchase of equipment that is required for you to meet your employment or independent living goals. Please contact the district office nearest you.