| Organization |
National Association for Visually Handicapped (NAVH).
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| Program |
West Coast Branch. |
| Address |
507 Polk Street, Suite 420. San Francisco CA 94102 |
| Phone |
415-775-NAVH (6284) |
| Fax |
415-346-9593 |
| E-Mail |
staffca@navh.org |
| Hours |
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday |
| Description |
Distributes low vision aids and provides counseling in their selection and use. Carries an extensive selection of visual aids on site. Provides public and professional education, in-service training, information and referral, recreational activities for seniors, and support services for people with low vision or partial eyesight. Publishes a quarterly newsletter. Maintains a large print lending library. Provides consultation to agencies on assessment and removal of barriers for visually-impaired clients and distributes information on standards for producing large print books. Offers support groups for partially-sighted adults age 55 and older. Offers speakers on the topics of aging and eyesight. Also sponsors a support group that meets the first Friday of every month. |
| Eligibility |
None. |
| Fee |
Optional membership fee is $50 per year. |
| Application |
Call to apply. |
| Transportation |
Muni (5 Fulton, 16AX/BX, 31 Balboa, 19 Polk, 47 Van Ness, or 49 Van Ness Mission). |
| Accessibility |
Yes. |
| Language |
Russian and Spanish. |
| Officer |
Pamela Fitzgerald, MSCJA, MSCP. |
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