Vista Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired

Low vision services - when someone is slowly losing sight, losing faith in one's ability to function independently becomes a real fear. By conducting evaluations, which result in recommendations and education to enhance the use of remaining vision, vista center's specially trained low vision optometrists provide devices, services and support that alleviate fear and restore hope.low vision clinic - the individual's functional vision will be evaluated by vista center's low vision optometrist who will recommend adaptive equipment to assist in daily life activities. These adaptive aids can assist with reading, writing, watching television, seeing street signs and many other daily activities.lighting evaluations and contrast training - vista center's occupational therapist will provide an evaluation to determine the best lighting for its clients' home environments and for completing a task. The use of contrast in client homes will also be demonstrated to make daily tasks easier.low vision aids and devices training - appropriate magnifying devices and electronic equipment are demonstrated and recommended to allow the client to maximize the use of remaining vision.low vision expo - event provides speakers from the ophthalmology community, the technology field and a variety of vendors demonstrating the latest in assistive technology and community resources.

School and youth services - blind and visually impaired young people are no different from their sighted peers in their desire for opportunities to engage with others and make a difference in the world. The school and youth services program provides them with the tools, strategies, confidence and courage to build the future that they dream of and that is possible.family and youth activities - planned events are scheduled throughout the year for a family day of fun! They enjoy amusement parks, visiting the zoo, going fishing, kayaking, ice skating and a whole lot more!when i grow up - offers the opportunity for blind or visually impaired youth to "see" their future possibilities by getting to know blind and visually impaired adults who have succeeded in a sighted world.teens together plus - is a monthly support group for vista center's blind and visually impaired youth who are between the ages of 15 and 22 years old. It is an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, build social skills, receive emotional support and share information about technology and other areas of interest related to blindness.braille challenge - is a celebration of braille literacy in the form of a contest among blind school children. The contestants are public and private school students in grades one through twelve. Winners participate in the national braille challenge sponsored by the braille institute.instruction in schools - teachers of the visually impaired are directly involved in the education and rehabilitation of blind children. The organization contracts with numerous school districts to provide their blind education and rehabilitation services. The organization's services include orientation and mobility, technology for youth, teachers of the visually impaired and assessment services.