Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired - Personal Adjustment to Blindness Training

919 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Eligibility

Visual Requirements (must have at least one): A) Visual acuity of 20/70 or poorer in better-seeing eye that cannot be corrected or improved with regular eyeglasses B) Corresponding loss of visual fields C) Progressive sight threatening eye diseases, such as diabetes D) Diagnosis of a degenerative eye or sight disorder E) Age 18 or older

Hours

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

(215) 627-0600

Voice

Application process

Call for information.

Fees

Call for more information

Service area

Bucks, PA
Chester, PA
Delaware, PA
Montgomery, PA
Philadelphia, PA

Description

Provides individuals with the skills needed to remain independent in the community. This training focuses on activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, managing your clothing, etc.), personal and interpersonal communication skills (money management, writing, maintaining your bills, etc.) along with orientation and mobility training.

What's Here

Independent Living Skills Instruction Orientation and Mobility Training

Providing organization

Associated Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Provides support through education, training and resources, as well as through community action and public education, serving as a voice and advocate for the rights of all people who are blind or visually impaired.