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Veterans or active-duty service members that are blind or have low vision may be eligible for advanced care and rehabilitation through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Like:

– Vision-enhancing devices and technologies i.e. electronic reading machines and electronic mobility devices, including training

– Training in new visual skills and everyday tasks like reading/writing, locating/reading signs, managing your medicines

– Sensory training

– Mobility and orientation training

– Computer skills

– Care that can instruct family members on how to support/adjust to blindness

How Can a Veteran or Service Member Access These Services?

Locate a Blind Rehabilitation Center.

Here’s a tool to help find a Blind Rehabilitation Center

How Can a Blind Veteran Get a Guide Dog?

Check out this guide.