Miami Lighthouse for the Blind - Services


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Low Vision Rehabilitation

To make an appointment for a low vision assessment or an in-home consultation please call 786-362-7479.

What is low vision?

Low vision is a visual impairment – not correctable by standard eyeglasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery – that interferes with a person’s ability to perform everyday activities. Low vision can result from a variety of diseases and injuries that affect the eye. Many people with low vision have age related macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy.

Does low vision affect people’s lives?

People with low vision may experience physical, psychological and economic changes that diminish their quality of life. Without assistance and training individuals may be unaware of or have difficulty using assistive devices designed to compensate for low vision and have problems completing tasks of daily living.

In-home services for individuals with low vision:

Miami Lighthouse offers in-home services by our low vision occupational therapist for individuals who need to make adjustments and modifications in their home, which may include lighting, tactile markings, assistive devices and other recommendations from referring physicians to increase safety and independence in their home environment.

Do you have difficulty with any of the following?

Reading books and newspapers
Identifying coins and bills
Reading labels
Managing medicines
Changes in lighting
Navigating stairs, steps, curbs
Crossing the street
Living independently
Performing self-care/grooming
Using home appliances
Locating grocery items
Locating and using utensils

Services provided in the home or at Miami Lighthouse:

Optical and other low vision aids/equipment
Adaptive reading skills
Talking Book services
Visual skills training
Handwriting techniques
Lighting recommendations
Orientation and mobility training
Daily living skills training
Home safety recommendations
Cooking safety suggestions
Organizational skills
Adaptive equipment
Computer training
Support Groups

Specialized Care Provided By:

Optometric Physician Specializing in Low Vision
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Specialists
Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists
Social Workers
Occupational Therapists
Solutions Store Manager

Miami Lighthouse Solutions Store

At our Solutions Store, a whole world of special magnifying devises exists to assist with specific tasks, including bold line markers, hand-held magnifiers, closed-circuit television, read/write systems and miniature spotting scopes. Instructors are available to provide assistance with selection and guidance on how to use one’s vision to its fullest potential. To contact the Solutions Store please call 305-856-9100 or click here.