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Provides guidance in adjusting to vision disability to children and families. Uses techniques, tools, games, and methods to enhance personal, social, and educational development.
Provides guidance in adjusting to vision disability to children and families. Uses techniques, tools, games, and methods to enhance personal, social, and educational development.
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Disability Associations
Low Vision Aids
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Eye Care
* Offers emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, or security deposit payment.* Provides financial assistance for other needs such as prescriptions, glasses, formula, transportation cost, or some OTC products, based on need and funds available.
* Offers emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, or security deposit payment.* Provides financial assistance for other needs such as prescriptions, glasses, formula, transportation cost, or some OTC products, based on need and funds available.
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Visual/Reading Aids
Rental Deposit Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prescription Expense Assistance
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
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Mobility Aids
Braille Instruction
Low Vision Aids
Orientation and Mobility Training
A low vision clinic for those who are legally blind that provides exams as well as a place to receive prescribed and recommended devises.
A low vision clinic for those who are legally blind that provides exams as well as a place to receive prescribed and recommended devises.
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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Glasses/Contact Lenses
Blind Mobility Aids
Orientation and Mobility Training
Large Print Materials/Collections
Daily Living Aids
Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic
Eye Care
Low Vision Aids
Eye Screening
Provides optometry services to active duty military personnel including eye examinations, military spectacles, vision readiness screening, and refractive surgery.
Provides optometry services to active duty military personnel including eye examinations, military spectacles, vision readiness screening, and refractive surgery.
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Glasses/Contact Lenses
Eye Surgery
Eye Examinations
Vision Screening
Optometry
Assists children and adults with vision or hearing impairments who need eye glasses, eye exams, hearing aids or seeing-eye dogs.
Assists children and adults with vision or hearing impairments who need eye glasses, eye exams, hearing aids or seeing-eye dogs.
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Hearing Aids
Eye Care
Glasses/Contact Lenses
Hearing Aid Evaluations
Dog Guides
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
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Mobility Aids
Braille Instruction
Low Vision Aids
Orientation and Mobility Training
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
Offers rehabilitation services to the blind and visually impaired where case workers go out to individuals homes for assessment and in home rehabilitation related to vision loss, providing cane travel, homemaker training, adaptive reading devices (low vision), talking watches and clocks, and general training in blindness rehabilitation.
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Mobility Aids
Braille Instruction
Low Vision Aids
Orientation and Mobility Training
Screen pre-school children for vision problems.Budget for 15-20 children/year. Current public assistance recipients must first contact his/her case worker. Lions' program most often provides glasses to senior citizens or children of low-income working parents who do not have Medicaid or vision insurance.
Screen pre-school children for vision problems.Budget for 15-20 children/year. Current public assistance recipients must first contact his/her case worker. Lions' program most often provides glasses to senior citizens or children of low-income working parents who do not have Medicaid or vision insurance.
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Glasses Donation Programs
Glasses/Contact Lenses
Offers Braille, large print books, described videocassettes, decoders, low-vision aids, and other materials for loan. Also has a reading machine for the blind and adaptive computer equipment for in-library use. Provides demonstrations and training for all special technologies.
Offers Braille, large print books, described videocassettes, decoders, low-vision aids, and other materials for loan. Also has a reading machine for the blind and adaptive computer equipment for in-library use. Provides demonstrations and training for all special technologies.
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Assistive Technology Equipment Loan
Closed Caption Decoders
Assistive Technology Training
Large Print Materials/Collections
Low Vision Aids
Assistive Listening Devices
Computer Access Aids
Specialized Telecommunications Equipment
Reading Services for People With Disabilities
Braille Materials/Collections
Braille and Tactile Aids
Descriptive Video Services
Voice/Audio Output Aids
Offers guidance and counseling to assist consumers who are legally blind find or retain employment. Vocational counselors work with the consumer to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). The IPE acts as a road map to guide the consumer toward their employment goals. Goals vary, and include preparing for and finding a job, continuing at a current workplace or maintaining a household independently.
Offers guidance and counseling to assist consumers who are legally blind find or retain employment. Vocational counselors work with the consumer to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). The IPE acts as a road map to guide the consumer toward their employment goals. Goals vary, and include preparing for and finding a job, continuing at a current workplace or maintaining a household independently.
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Assistive Technology Training
Orientation and Mobility Training
Blind Mobility Aids
Daily Living Aids
Specialized Information and Referral
Career Counseling
Low Vision Aids
Provides individuals with visual problems, information on available services, vision aids, appliances and education to help them maintain there independence.
Provides individuals with visual problems, information on available services, vision aids, appliances and education to help them maintain there independence.
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Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Orientation and Mobility Training
Low Vision Aids
Visual Impairments
Mobility Aids
Disease / Disability Information
Produces a free quarterly anthology on cassette tape for visually or physically impaired or dyslexic subscribers Nationwide.
Produces a free quarterly anthology on cassette tape for visually or physically impaired or dyslexic subscribers Nationwide.
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Reading Disorder
Physical Disabilities
Disabilities Issues
Visual / Reading Aids
Visual Impairments
Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic
* Offers medical equipment loans such as: Hospital beds, canes, commodes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, ramps and shower chairs. Will purchase eyeglasses or hearing aids on special needs basis.
* Offers medical equipment loans such as: Hospital beds, canes, commodes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, ramps and shower chairs. Will purchase eyeglasses or hearing aids on special needs basis.
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Occasional Medical Equipment/Supplies
Hearing Augmentation Aids
Visual/Reading Aids
Provides services for Veterans who need vision rehabilitation, including assistive aids, sunglasses to help control glare, cooking and home management training, and evaluation for magnifiers, reading glasses, and telescopes.
Provides services for Veterans who need vision rehabilitation, including assistive aids, sunglasses to help control glare, cooking and home management training, and evaluation for magnifiers, reading glasses, and telescopes.
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Vision Screening
Low Vision Aids
Evaluation for Assistive Technology
* Offers vision rehabilitation services for individuals with vision that includes: Low Vision Evaluations - specialized lenses, visual aids, magnifiers. InSight Shop - full service non-optical store, offering adaptive devices, visual aids, talking watches & clocks, cooking aids, large print items, frames, magnifiers, lighting, and adapted toys for sale. Vision Rehabilitation/adaptive skills training for activities of daily living. Orientation and mobility travel training. Social work/case management services. Support groups available - 3rd TU of month 10:00AM-12:00PM. Call for accessibility needs. * Offers vocational/employment services that include: assessment, placement, job supports and training, follow-up. * Offers Adaptive Technology services - to support vocational/educational goals - adaptations for computers, specialized software and hardware by referral of a New York State Commission for the Blind vocational rehabilitation counselor.* Provides children's services that include: Monthly recreation programs for children who are legally blind and their families. Parent support/education group/Family Resource Center.* Provides community education and outreach services.
* Offers vision rehabilitation services for individuals with vision that includes: Low Vision Evaluations - specialized lenses, visual aids, magnifiers. InSight Shop - full service non-optical store, offering adaptive devices, visual aids, talking watches & clocks, cooking aids, large print items, frames, magnifiers, lighting, and adapted toys for sale. Vision Rehabilitation/adaptive skills training for activities of daily living. Orientation and mobility travel training. Social work/case management services. Support groups available - 3rd TU of month 10:00AM-12:00PM. Call for accessibility needs. * Offers vocational/employment services that include: assessment, placement, job supports and training, follow-up. * Offers Adaptive Technology services - to support vocational/educational goals - adaptations for computers, specialized software and hardware by referral of a New York State Commission for the Blind vocational rehabilitation counselor.* Provides children's services that include: Monthly recreation programs for children who are legally blind and their families. Parent support/education group/Family Resource Center.* Provides community education and outreach services.
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Orientation and Mobility Training
Public Awareness/Education
Visual/Reading Aids
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Academic Counseling
Computer Donation Programs
Disability Related Center Based Employment
Eye Care
Supported Employment
Long Term Case/Care Management
Day Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation
Career Counseling
Vocational Education
Social Clubs/Events
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Job Finding Assistance
Eye Screening
Special Libraries
Nutrition Education
Provides eyeglasses to children and adults facing financial difficulties.Online application has $10 fee and online glasses can be ordered once approved.
Provides eyeglasses to children and adults facing financial difficulties.Online application has $10 fee and online glasses can be ordered once approved.
Administers programs and services to enhance employability, maximize independence, and assist in the development of the capacities and strengths of people who are legally blind. Programs include:
Equipment Loan Fund, which allows individuals to borrow up to $4,000 to purchase adaptive equipment.
Children's services for children who are legally blind, including early intervention rehabilitation, working with and empowering parents, arranging services to supplement educational activities, and ensuring a smooth transition to adult services.
Vocational rehabilitation programs for adults and youth ages 14 to 21 years, which provide a number of services, including assessment, information and referral, casework services, job coaching, orientation and mobility training, independent living skills training, and assistive technology assistance.
Independent living services for individuals who are not eligible for vocational rehabilitation services and who are not receiving services through another NYSCB Program. These services are provided based on individual need and may include orientation and mobility services, rehabilitation teaching, low vision services and devices, social casework, and adaptive equipment.
Administers programs and services to enhance employability, maximize independence, and assist in the development of the capacities and strengths of people who are legally blind. Programs include:
Equipment Loan Fund, which allows individuals to borrow up to $4,000 to purchase adaptive equipment.
Children's services for children who are legally blind, including early intervention rehabilitation, working with and empowering parents, arranging services to supplement educational activities, and ensuring a smooth transition to adult services.
Vocational rehabilitation programs for adults and youth ages 14 to 21 years, which provide a number of services, including assessment, information and referral, casework services, job coaching, orientation and mobility training, independent living skills training, and assistive technology assistance.
Independent living services for individuals who are not eligible for vocational rehabilitation services and who are not receiving services through another NYSCB Program. These services are provided based on individual need and may include orientation and mobility services, rehabilitation teaching, low vision services and devices, social casework, and adaptive equipment.
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Disability Rights Groups
Assistive Technology Equipment Loan
Assistive Technology Information
Braille and Tactile Aids
Blind Mobility Aids
Assistive Technology Training
Orientation and Mobility Training
Vocational Rehabilitation
Evaluation for Assistive Technology
Braille Instruction
Assistive Technology Equipment Rental
Assistive Technology Expense Assistance
* Offers emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, or security deposit payment.* Provides financial assistance for other needs such as prescriptions, glasses, formula, transportation cost, or some OTC products, based on need and funds available.
* Offers emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, or security deposit payment.* Provides financial assistance for other needs such as prescriptions, glasses, formula, transportation cost, or some OTC products, based on need and funds available.
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Visual/Reading Aids
Rental Deposit Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance
Prescription Expense Assistance
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
10 computer stations equipped with accessible software programs, hardware devices and internet access for clients can try out accessible technology, practice adaptive computer skills, prepare resumes and conduct job searches. Some software applications can: magnify text on computer scree) read text with voice output allow voice activation control of the computer and dictationEquipment includes: refreshable Braille displays adapted keyboards with Brailled keys or large keys in high contrast colors closed circuit televisions (CCTVs) portable video magnifiers management devices: recording, scanning and note-taking Braille embossers devices that use GPS or satellite guidance to give additional orientation information to blind travelers
10 computer stations equipped with accessible software programs, hardware devices and internet access for clients can try out accessible technology, practice adaptive computer skills, prepare resumes and conduct job searches. Some software applications can: magnify text on computer scree) read text with voice output allow voice activation control of the computer and dictationEquipment includes: refreshable Braille displays adapted keyboards with Brailled keys or large keys in high contrast colors closed circuit televisions (CCTVs) portable video magnifiers management devices: recording, scanning and note-taking Braille embossers devices that use GPS or satellite guidance to give additional orientation information to blind travelers
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Computer Access Aids
Visual/Reading Aids
Computer Literacy Training Programs
Internet Access/Security
Provides general eye examinations, eye glass services, and identification of health problems affecting the eye, such as diabetes.
Provides general eye examinations, eye glass services, and identification of health problems affecting the eye, such as diabetes.
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Glasses/Contact Lenses
Eye Examinations
Optometry
Glaucoma Treatment
Screens for eligibility for new glasses or one hearing aid in coordination with a local Lions Club.
Screens for eligibility for new glasses or one hearing aid in coordination with a local Lions Club.
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Glasses/Contact Lenses
Hearing Aids
* Provides evaluations and follow-ups for individuals who have some remaining usable vision. Staffed with a doctor of Optometry who is certified as a low-vision specialist. Magnifiers, telescopes, sunglasses, or reading glasses are usually dispensed to the consumer at the time of the evaluation.
* Provides evaluations and follow-ups for individuals who have some remaining usable vision. Staffed with a doctor of Optometry who is certified as a low-vision specialist. Magnifiers, telescopes, sunglasses, or reading glasses are usually dispensed to the consumer at the time of the evaluation.
The Ithaca Lions Club and Ithaca Free Clinic have a partnership operate an optometry and optician program housed at the Ithaca Free Clinic located at 521 W. Seneca St. in Ithaca. The Ithaca Lions Eye Clinic will offer free eye care services to Ithaca and the greater Ithaca community. The clinic will operate one day each month, providing free eye care services to uninsured and underinsured community members. For uninsured and underinsured community members interested in scheduling a free eye care appointment, call the Ithaca Free Clinic at 607-330-1254 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Eye exams require an appointment, and exams will be scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Being a resident of Tompkins County is not required to use the free eye care services offered by the Ithaca Lions Eye Clinic.
The Ithaca Lions Club and Ithaca Free Clinic have a partnership operate an optometry and optician program housed at the Ithaca Free Clinic located at 521 W. Seneca St. in Ithaca. The Ithaca Lions Eye Clinic will offer free eye care services to Ithaca and the greater Ithaca community. The clinic will operate one day each month, providing free eye care services to uninsured and underinsured community members. For uninsured and underinsured community members interested in scheduling a free eye care appointment, call the Ithaca Free Clinic at 607-330-1254 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Eye exams require an appointment, and exams will be scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Being a resident of Tompkins County is not required to use the free eye care services offered by the Ithaca Lions Eye Clinic.
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Glasses/Contact Lenses
Eye Examinations
Eye Care
* Offers community services for the visually and hearing impaired. Guide dogs. Sight preservation and restoration. Eye exams, glasses for pre-schoolers in the town. Referrals for hearing aids.* Accepts food donations for Irondequoit cupboard.* Collects used glasses for use in deprived countries. * Offers scholarships for high school seniors.
* Offers community services for the visually and hearing impaired. Guide dogs. Sight preservation and restoration. Eye exams, glasses for pre-schoolers in the town. Referrals for hearing aids.* Accepts food donations for Irondequoit cupboard.* Collects used glasses for use in deprived countries. * Offers scholarships for high school seniors.
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Dog Guides
Visual/Reading Aids
Food Donation Programs
Glasses Donation Programs
Hearing Augmentation Aids
Scholarships
Hearing Screening
Eye Screening