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Vermont

Vermont

The Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (VABVI) is the only private agency to offer training, services, and support to visually impaired Vermonters. Our mission is to enable Vermonters who are blind or visually impaired, to be more independent, cultivate adaptive skills and improve their quality of life.

Vermont Program Information

What is the process for applying for services?

Referrals can be received by mail or phone; from doctors, health care providers, family members, friends or individuals themselves.

  • Speak to the Intake Coordinator, Andrea Hershberg, who will provide a brief overview of services available to help you or a loved one.
  • A certified instructor will call to schedule a home visit and get directions to your home.
  • An assessment will be conducted to identify your goals and set a plan of action in place. A low vision evaluation will also be conducted to determine if magnification will be helpful.
  • Our service is client-driven. Ongoing home visits will occur until all options have been explored, unless you choose otherwise.

Program contact information:

  • Address: Vermont Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired
    HC 2 South, 280 State Drive, Waterbury, VT 05671-2040
  • Phone: 888-405-5005 ext. 214

Intake Coordinator: Andrea Hershberg

Website and Referral Links

Additional Program Information:

All of our rehabilitation training is free of charge to our clients!