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 assist clients in finding suitable employment. They also provide restoration services aimed at preventing blindness, which include eye surgeries, cataract removal, and slowing the advancement of diabetic retinopathy and other ocular conditions. Rehabilitation services are available to enhance clients' independent living capabilities, allowing them to maintain autonomy in their homes. Additionally, they help individuals register for talking books at the state library, conduct low vision assessments, and offer guidance in selecting and acquiring magnifiers and low vision aids. Financial assistance is available for those with diabetes who require specialized equipment, and they also provide training in cane travel and Braille. The organization conducts low vision evaluations and offers magnifiers, as well as home modifications. They operate the ICBVI store, where clients and the public can purchase adaptive devices such as talking clocks, games, large print timers, and more, or they can assist in sourcing specific products. Services are provided in English.

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