Resources for legally blind & low vision individuals
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with low vision?
The Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation's Low Vision Clinic may be a valuable resource and we hope that you'll reach out to learn more and schedule a FREE exam, if we are a good fit. In the mean time, here are some additional resources that we feel may be helpful, as you navigate this new journey. These simple and informative handouts and videos were designed by Molly Hosking, OTS for KLEF to distribute to individuals interested in learning more about low vision and the many tools available to help low vision individuals continue to thrive in life.
VIDEOS
Click each bullet point below to watch the related video.
DIGITAL INFO SHEETS
(Click the bullet points below to download the info sheets)
Having a hard time reading handwriting or items on your phone?
Looking for adaptive equipment / magnifying tools?
Having trouble with lighting?
Caring for a loved one with low vision?
Want to talk with others going through the same thing?
The Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation is happy to have several partners around Kentucky who also help low vision / legally blind individuals. Please feel free to contact any of our partners below to learn more about their services and programs.
Additional Resources:
American Printing House for the Blind
1839 Frankfort Ave.
PO BOX 6085
Louisville, KY 40206
Phone: (502) 895-2405
Toll Free: (800) 223-1839
Email: info@aph.org
Bluegrass Council of the Blind, Inc.
1093 South Broadway, Ste 1230
Lexington, KY 40504
Phone: (859) 259-1834
Email: info@bcbky.org
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service Network
Charles McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
Phone: (502) 327-5287
Toll Free: (800) 327-5287
Email: JamesA.Brown@ky.gov
Kentucky Lions Eye Foundation Low Vision Clinic
Charles McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
Phone: (502) 583-0564 ext. 104
Email: LowVision@kylionseye.org
Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Charles W. McDowell Rehabilitation Center for the Blind
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
Phone 502-429-4460
Toll Free 800-346-2115
Email: WFD.VOCREHAB@ky.gov
Click HERE to view or listen to Blind Services Resource Videos
Kentucky School for the Blind
1867 Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206
Phone: (502) 897-1583 243
Email:
P.O. Box 537
300 Coffee Tree Road
Frankfort, KY 40602-0818
Phone: (502) 564-8300
Toll Free: (800) 372-2968
1733 Russell Cave Road
Lexington, KY 40505
Phone: (859) 422-6390
Email: info@radioeye.org
Visually Impaired Preschool Services
1906 Goldsmith Lane
Louisville, KY 40218
Phone: (502) 636-3207
Toll Free: (888) 636-8477
Are you legally blind and need assistance?
Those who are low income, legally blind and living in Jefferson or a surrounding county can apply for assistance with almost anything from the Holloran Fund. The funds are dispersed to help at the discretion of the Holloran Committee members. In the past people have applied for:
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Low Vision Equipment / Aids
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Household repair / appliances / installment of accessibility equipment
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TARC tickets / transportation assistance
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Medical expenses / dental expenses
To apply for the Holloran Program complete the application.
Because of the geographic and other restrictions of the Holloran Fund many people are not qualified. If you or your loved one are one of these people please see the resource list to the right.
Many people who are low vision may not be legally blind, therefore not qualify for assistance from the Holloran Fund.
For those looking for assistance devices such as large print calendars, talking clocks, etc. a great resource is www.independentliving.com. This site offers low-vision aids, tools and technology. The products are easy to order through the online store and will be conventiently delivered to your door.