Some low vision cases cannot be corrected with glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery alone. Be assured there is still plenty that can be done to continue living a fulfilling, independent life. That’s where we come in. (For free).
We offer free tips videos and learning opportunities via workshops, or our Low Vision Rehabilitation service will help you maximize the vision you’ve still got by honing in on your needs and helping you continue with day-to-day activities.
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Low Vision Rehabilitation Explained
Who it’s for
If you’re having issues with any of these tasks, our low vision evaluations are the perfect place to start.
- Reading print in newspapers, magazines, or books
- Watching tv or using the computer
- Reading labels on medicine bottles
- Preparing meals and shopping
- Recognizing the faces of family and friends
- Working at a job
Conditions our clients often have
We are here for people with a significant decrease in vision for any reason. Most commonly, we see people who have conditions such as:
- Cataracts
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Glaucoma
- Hemianopia
- Macular degeneration
What you’ll get out of it
How it works
Our two-step process is a simple one.
1. We have an initial phone or video call where we introduce you to Braille Institute, outline our services, and learn about your vision loss and goals.
2. The second is a functional evaluation that can be done in-person at one of our centers or by video call. During this meeting, we will assess your particular eye condition needs, provide a reading and lighting assessment, and fill you in about our classes, services and ongoing workshops.
In certain cases, we may be able to offer an at-home option for the second visit. For this session, you will be mailed a Braille Institute Vision In Place (VIP) toolkit to assess your reading skills and lighting needs.
Please note: We require a doctor’s referral so you can receive the most beneficial care.
Did You Know?
We provide our services at seven locations across Southern California from Santa Barbara to San Diego. And, we offer online telehealth consultations for those who live in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas and Washington. Call us today!
They’ve Been There
“Thank you is just not good enough. These instructors, these people, they’re volunteers. They are angels from heaven here on earth.”
Kathryn | Braille Institute Student
“These aren’t sad tears, these are eye-opening tears of things that one can learn here to help lead a normal life.”
Barbara | Low Vision Services Client
Our Team
Occupational Therapists
Meet our Low Vision Occupational Therapists. They’re not just qualified; they get it. They’re here to help make navigating low vision challenges more manageable. And to make your life better.
Katie Scheuring – DScOT, CLVT, Director
Andrew Cabal – MS, OTR/L, CLVT
Melissa Caruso – BS, COTA/L
Caitlin Covert – OTD, OTR/L, CLVT
Rebecca Davis – COTA/L
Jennifer Debraal – BA, COTA/L
Nadia German – BS, COTA/L
Elizabeth Lamprecht – MS, OTR/L, CLVT
Desiree Lanford – MS, OTR/L, CLVT
Jonas Latinette – COTA/L
Jennifer Lian – MS, OTR/L, CSRS, CLVT
Jhoenalyn Mendoza – BS, COTA/L
Daniele Rahmen – MS, OTR/L, CLVT
Carolina Rollins – COTA/L
Heather Scott – MS, OTR/L
Creig Smith – OTD, OTR/L
Julie Trinh – BS, COTA/L
John Turner – MS, OTR/L, CBIS, CLVT
Taylor Yandoli – MS, OTR/L, CLVT
Call Us!
Don’t wait to get started with a Low Vision Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist.
Call: 1-866-866-8995
