If you or someone you love is living with hearing and vision loss, the Division of Services for the Blind has specialized services for you. Specialists are available to assess your needs at home and in the work place. Some of the common problems experienced by individuals with hearing and vision loss include:

• The inability to hear the doorbell ring
• The inability to hear the phone ring
• The inability to understand speech over the phone
• The inability to listen to the television without disturbing other family members
• The inability to hear in small groups
• The inability to hear at church
• The inability to understand instructions at work
• The inability to retrieve voice mail

Specialists are available to assist with alleviating problems related to hearing and vision loss. Call today to schedule an appointment because living with hearing and vision loss does not mean living without independence.

Specialized Training

If you have combined vision and hearing loss, your needs are unique. Specialized training can be provided in the following areas:

• Adaptive technology
• Low vision aids
• Amplified and tactile devices
• Braille
• Communication Skills
• Safe Travel
• Training required to get or keep a Job

Job Placement

If vision and hearing loss has prevented you from finding or keeping a job, services provided through a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor might be of assistance. A wide range of services are available. The services that you receive are based on your individual needs. All services are aimed toward reaching your job goal.

Adaptive Technology

Assistance may be available to purchase adaptive technology that will aid you in living more independently, participating in training, or working. We can help you identify the type of equipment that will best meet the needs. Your counselor will assist you.

Hearing Aids And Assistive Listening Devices

Assistance may be available to you to purchase hearing aids and other assistive listening devices as part of your independent living or vocational rehabilitation plan.

Residential Rehabilitation Center Program

Our Rehabilitation Center for the Blind in Raleigh provides specialized services in a residential setting to people with hearing and vision loss. The main goal of the program is to prepare you for work. The Center has a variety of adaptive equipment in the classrooms and dorms. Some staff have sign language skills and contract interpreters are available when needed. The program varies in length depending on your individual training needs and goals.