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"To empower people with vision loss to realize their full potential, and to shape the community's vision of that potential.”
Our programs and services are designed to empower our clients to move beyond limitations.
RESOURCES
This section includes information about other resources that you may find helpful; some are vision-related and others are broader in scope. The information is made available to you for your convenience in accessing external services and information; however, it is not a blanket endorsement of all the resources listed.
GOOG-411, Free Voice-activated Information Service
Google's new 411 service is free, fast and easy to use. You don't need a computer, an Internet connection, or even the keypad on your phone or mobile device. GOOG-411 is voice-activated, so you can access it from any phone (mobile or land line), in any location, at any time, for free. Dial 1-800-GOOG-411. Say where you are, what you're looking for and GOOG-411 will connect you with the business you choose.
Tellme Phone-Based Service
Tellme enables you to use voice commands to find and connect to people, businesses and information nationwide. Connections to the service are made by dialing 1-800-555-TELL. Tellme uses sophisticated voice recognition software that utilizes keywords to enable callers to access the Internet with a telephone. For instance, a caller can use Tellme to listen to the news or get their daily horoscope.
Learn more about Tellme phone-based service
The Blind Readers Page
This site is a guide to sources of information in alternative formats (Braille, recorded cassettes, large print, e-texts, web audio) accessible by people with print disabilities - those with visual and physical handicaps as well as dyslexia. It is also a guide to information about blindness, visual handicaps and other physical handicaps, with a special collection of Wisconsin resources. There are about 2,300 individual links, all evaluated, annotated and organized by subject.
Low Vision Aids and Assistive Technology Donations Request for Clients in Need
Cleveland Sight Center’s Low Vision Clinic is collecting gently used low vision aids that will be used as donation items to clients in need who are unable to afford low vision aids on their own. Items that would be particularly useful would be hand held magnifiers, stand model magnifiers, telescopes and binoculars, Closed Circuit televisions (CCTVs), desktop electronic magnifiers, table and floor model task lamps, high powered prismatic low vision spectacles, good quality wrap style and clip-on non-prescription sunglasses, and spectacle or head mounted magnification systems.
For assistive technology donations, please contact Peggy Keating at 216-658-4673, or via email.
Perkins Braillers Needed
If you or someone you know has a Perkins Brailler that is not being used, please consider donating it to Cleveland Sight Center. We are in need of Braillers for use in training clients of all ages. Please contact Sylvia Snyder at 216-658-8777 or via email ssnyder@clevelandsightcenter.org.
Low Vision Self-Help Support Groups
Our licensed social workers assist clients in starting and running community based, low vision self-help support groups. These groups are run by clients, volunteers, and/or professionals. They are a place to come together to share your experiences, insights and allow you to spend time with others who share the challenge of vision loss. Low vision self-help groups exist in senior living buildings, libraries, churches, temples, and senior centers. Our social workers will help you find a group and/or give you the tools to help you get a group started.
Technology For Lakewood
Assistive technology at Barton Community Center is now available for use by all City of Lakewood residents. This technology, including computers, CCTVs, JAWS and more, is at the center as part of the EnVision Independence community-based vision rehabilitation program run by Cleveland Sight Center at the Westerly Apartments and Barton Community Center.
Barton Community Center
14300 Detroit Avenue
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
216-221-3400
If you would like more information about EnVision Independence, please contact Debi Welsby at 216-791-8118, ext. 4674. Contact Debi Welsby via email.
NEOUPA
NEOUPA is the official Northeast Ohio chapter of the international Usability Professionals' Association. NEOUPA was started to educate, motivate and promote usability throughout Northeast Ohio for individuals interested in, involved in or responsible for websites, applications, software or any other type of user interface where usability is a key to success. For more information, please visit neoupa.org. Contact a NEOUPA representative by calling 440-320-1084. Contact NEOUPA via email.
Wanted: Low Vision Self-Help Groups
Cleveland Sight Center currently supports over 20 low vision self-help groups, which meet in the greater Cleveland area. Many more groups are needed. The agency is committed to providing all clients within our four-county service area with easy access to self-help groups.
Is there a need for a low vision self-help group in your area? Do you know of a community center, senior center, library, senior apartment building, or assisted living facility that might be willing to host a group? Are you interested in helping to lead or co-lead a group? Cleveland Sight Center can help a low vision self-help group with:
- Publicity and assistance in recruiting members
- Information on and assistance with starting a self-help group
- Suggestions for and access to speakers
- Topics and resources to promote good discussion
- Continual consultation and support to keep the group going
If you can help in forming a low vision self-help group, please contact Gale Lynch at 216-791-8118, ext. 4679. Contact Gale Lynch via email.
Helpful Contacts
Braille Institute of America, Inc.
741 North Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90029
Phone: 323-663-1111
Website: Braille Institute of America, Inc.
Cuyahoga County Options for Elders
Cuyahoga County Options for Elders
is for older adults who wish to remain independent in their own homes. Serves frail elderly who need help coordinating and financing the home care they need, yet are not eligible for PASSPORT services. Phone: 216-420-6800
Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland
3601 S. Green Road
Suite 100
Cleveland, OH 44122
Phone: 216-591-0800
Email: Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland
Website: Diabetes Assocation of Greater Cleveland
Elder Abuse Hotline
Phone: 216-420-6700
First Call for Help
Phone: 211 or 216-436-2000
Website: First Call for Help
Free Phone Assistance
Blind or visually impaired persons may apply for free information calls.
Verizon landline: 1-800-974-6006
Verizon wireless: 1-800-922-0204
AT&T Customer Service
PO Box 45006
Dallas, TX 75245
Phone: 1-800-924-1700
The Hadley School for the Blind
700 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093
Phone: 847-446-8111
Email: The Hadley School for the Blind
Website: The Hadley School for the Blind
Ohio Governor's Council on People With Disabilities
Website: Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities
Suicide prevention hotline
Phone: 1-800-784-2433
Veterans Administration
Cleveland VA Medical Center
(Wade Park Campus)
10701 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: 216-791-3800
Website: Cleveland VA Medical Center
