Our Client Services

Our services are for people who have significant vision loss. They may be having trouble getting around safely or living independently.

Their families and friends may be having trouble understanding the impact of their vision loss. Our services assist people in developing alternate skills to manage their practical needs and gain a sense of social and emotional wellbeing.

We also assist in developing a greater understanding of the individual's needs. One of our service providers will meet with the blind or vision impaired person, usually in their home, and provide a thorough assessment. From this the team will develop an individually tailored program with the person. This may include any combination of services provided by our Association or other community and government organisations.

Our services include:

• Low Vision Clinics
• Orientation and Mobility
• Life Skills Program
• Skills for Independent Living
• Assistive Technology
• Guide Dog Services
• Regular 'Insight' Newsletter

We provide community education to help others understand about vision loss. Our services are available to any child, adult or elderly person residing in Tasmania who has a vision impairment that is impacting on their lifestyle. We provide services to clients at home, in schools, TAFE, university, the workplace.

Some services can be delivered from our offices located in Hobart, Launceston, Ulverstone and Devonport. Clients have access to fully equipped Low Vision Clinics in Launceston and Ulverstone as well as Technology Resources Centres in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone.

Our services are provided free of charge to clients. Where appropriate, however, a claim for payment may be made to government agencies, employers, training groups or insurance bodies.

Guide Dogs Tasmania relies on the continued and generous support of the Tasmanian community in a number of important ways. Find out more about how you can help.

To find out more about our services or make a referral, please use our secure on-line Application for Services form or contact your local RGDAT office.