Idaho Commission For The Blind And Visually Impaired, Lewiston

The Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired - Lewiston offers vocational training and skills development to help clients return to suitable employment. They also provide services aimed at preventing blindness, including eye surgeries, cataract removal, and measures to slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy and other eye conditions. Rehabilitation services are available to enhance independent living skills, enabling clients to stay self-sufficient in their homes. Additionally, they assist individuals in registering for talking books at the state library, conduct low vision assessments, and aid in the selection and purchase of magnifiers and low vision aids. Financial assistance is provided for individuals with diabetes who require specialized equipment, and they help locate items like talking calculators and long oven mitts. Instruction in cane travel and Braille is also available. The organization conducts low vision evaluations and offers magnifiers, as well as home modification services. They operate an ICBVI store where clients and the public can buy adaptive aids such as talking clocks, games, wristwatches, contrast sheets, large print timers, oven mitts, and cards, and they can help find specific products as needed.