Vision Services
AVI (Association for the Visually Impaired) is an affiliate of BRIDGES and offers services to blind and low vision people in our community. AVI is a 224 agency funded through the County of Rockland Legislature.
Services offered include:
An Employment Specialist and a Social Worker for supportive case management and information and referral services. Services also include support for older adults and transportation.
Below is a very brief description of our free services:
Social Workers
Offer counseling to individuals having a difficult time adjusting to vision loss; comprehensive case management; facilitation of services and programs; and facilitate the Information and Educational Support Groups.
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapists
Teach new skills and techniques that help a person who is blind or visually impaired continue to live in the home of their choice and reach maximum levels of independence.
Orientation & Mobility Specialists
Provide lessons teaching cane skills and safe travel training that may include public transportation and navigation of environments.
The Employment Specialist
Works with employers through The Job Placement Program for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, seeking meaningful employment in Rockland, Orange, and Westchester Counties — and beyond into the Hudson Valley and New York City.
Transportation Services
Transportation service to medical appointments within Rockland County is available at a minimal fee.
Additional programs include
Volunteer Program
Information and Referral
Community Outreach and Educational Program
Contributions are voluntary and confidential and are used to expand the services for which they are received. No one will be denied services because of an inability or unwillingness to contribute. Services are funded in part by the Administration for Community Living, New York State Office for the Aging and the Rockland County Office for the Aging.
