CHILDREN'S SERVICES | VERMONT ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Teaches skills of daily living, Braille and other communication skills, and use of adaptive equipment and mobility aids. The program also helps teens with transitioning out of high school into adult life. Also offers a summer camp program. Parents receive information about helpful resources and literature, as well as answers to questions concerning their child's growth and development. Educators can obtain textbooks in Braille or in large print. Online "Referral" form is for person assisting the client; Donations of relevant items accepted, call ahead.
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Last Assured
01/10/2024
Physical Address
1 Scale Avenue, Suite 117, Rutland, VT 05701
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Fax
(802) 775-4669
Application process
By Telephone; In Person: By Website
Fee
Free
Eligibility
Children and Youth Birth to Age 22 with a Severe Vision Impairment (Defined as the Inability to Read Newsprint with Ordinary Glasses), Their Parents, and Teachers.
Agency info
VERMONT ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) is a nonprofit organization that offers training, services, and support to visually impaired Vermonters from birth to the end of life. Services include peer support groups, independent living skills, Braille transcription, technology training, and transportation for individuals who cannot drive because of vision loss.