NuVisions Center - Training and Supportive Services

658 Valley Street, Lewistown, PA 17044

Eligibility

Have impaired vision, defined as a "visual acuity with best correction of 20/70 in the better eye, a corresponding loss of visual fields, or any progressive sight-threatening disease or a significant functional limitation"

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

(717) 248-1111

Voice

Application process

Referred by a doctor, relative, self-referral, or other individual working with the person. Set up an appointment for a caseworker to visit the home and conduct an intake interview. Quarterly meetings are open to the public and inform the participants of ways to understand, compensate for, and adjust to their vision loss and help them maintain their independence.

Fees

Services free of charge

Service area

Huntingdon, PA
Juniata, PA
Mifflin, PA

Description

Offers transportation to our vision-impaired clients to medical appointments and essential community resources, and transportation to our low vision and diabetic support groups, which are held quarterly. Provides support services encompassing a variety of activities, from organizing shopping lists and household items to reading mail and assisting clients with paying bills.

What's Here

Errand Running/Shopping Assistance Disability Related Transportation Visual Impairments Attendant Services for People With Disabilities

Providing organization

NuVisions Center

Provides transportation and support services to clients with vision loss. Serves as a resource for the community regarding information on the prevention of blindness. Offers educational programs and preschool and adult vision screenings. Conducts low vision and diabetic support groups and helps persons with low income obtain eye exams and glasses.