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Low Vision Resources
If a person finds that the ability to perform basic everyday tasks—either at home, socially or on the job—is affected by sight loss, they may not know where to turn for help. Close-up tasks, such as reading and sewing, may become difficult or even impossible. They may wonder what to do next. That’s where Braille Institute can help. We offer a number of services for people with low vision who live in Southern California and can even provide a referral to an agency near you.
Low Vision Rehabilitation
Vistas Store
Resources Outside Southern California
Services
Low Vision Rehabilitation
A normal part of the aging process is diminished vision. People whose vision cannot be corrected with prescription lenses often can improve their remaining sight through other techniques such as special lighting or non-prescription magnification equipment. At Braille Institute we provide free one-on-one consultations with Low Vision Rehabilitation specialists who can help you determine the correct devices for your degree of vision loss. A consultation will analyze your particular vision needs and provide you with demonstrations and recommendations of various assistive devices such as special lamps and nonprescription magnifiers, closed-circuit televisions (CCTVs) and other visual aids.
To schedule a consultation, you must have a referral from an ophthalmologist, optometrist or healthcare provider, but you need not be legally blind.
View/Download: Physician Referral Form. 67 kilobyte PDF download. (67Kb Download PDF viewer, Acrobat Reader, from adobe.com)
Consultations are available at Braille Institute's five regional centers. Once you have your medical referral, simply call the Regional Center nearest you and schedule an appointment for your consultation. Or call 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553) to schedule an appointment.
In addition, our traveling Mobile Solutions vehicles offer consultations and have some adaptive items for sale. Find a Mobile Solutions vehicle traveling in your community.
Vistas Store
Our Vistas retail stores stock many helpful assistive devices such as signature guides, magnifiers, talking clocks and watches, large-print and braille games and books, kitchen aids, brailled greeting cards and much more. Learn more about our Vistas stores and download the latest catalog.
Resources Outside Southern California
For low vision information and assistance outside Braille Institute’s Southern California service area, call Braille Institute’s toll-free number, 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553).
Services
Our programs and services extend all across the Southern California area through Mobile Solutions vehicles and classes at more than 200 Community Outreach locations. Learn more about our Mobile Solution services.
