Low Vision Services
The Florence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic helps people who have vision that is functional to some degree but cannot be fully corrected by ordinary prescription lenses or medical treatment. The Clinic helps individuals ages 5 and older make the best use of their vision through the use of optical and non-optical devices.
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Adult Classes & Training
The Adult Rehabilitation Services program offers both classes at the Center and services in the community to help clients achieve greater independence at home and at work.
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Youth Services
STARS (Social Therapeutic and Recreational Services) is an educational, recreational and social skills program for students ages six to 21. Through after-school, weekend and summer programs, STARS challenges the isolation and inactivity that many blind or visually impaired youth experience.
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Early Childhood & Preschool Services
The BEGIN early childhood program provides essential services to enhance development and potential for newborn to early school-aged children with severe visual impairments. Through BEGIN, families learn about their children's visual conditions and become advocates to seek the best opportunities for their children.
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Support Groups
The Center's clients and their families have access to individual, group and family counseling, which can be a crucial part of the process of adjusting to vision loss. Many group sessions are open to the public.
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Next Steps Towards Independence
As the first point of contact for new adult clients, CVI's Client Services staff understands the challenges facing families and individuals coping with vision loss. Counselors answer requests for up-to-date information about vision impairment, provide access to other local and national resources, and process referrals for CVI's services.
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