Title

Blind and low vision rehabilitation at VA Durham health care

VHA health service name and description
Common conditions
macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, corneal diseases, retinitis pigmentosa, uveitis, stroke and injury-related vision loss
Description

We offer advanced vision care and blind rehabilitation services to help you live independently. These may include vision-enhancing devices and technology as well as visual skills and related training.

Type of care
Specialty care
Health Service API ID
vision
This is a required Vet Center service
No
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VAMC system description

The mission of the VA Blind Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic (BROC) at Brier Creek is to “uniquely enhance” the personal independence and quality of life for Veterans who are legally and totally blind. This includes Veterans enrolled in the Visual Impairment Services Team (VIST) program at the Durham VA Medical Center and those who receive Blind Rehabilitation Outpatient Specialist (BROS) services.

For questions about the VA Blind Rehabilitation Outpatient Clinic or the availability of related services, please contact (919) 286-5235. For information on health benefits eligibility, please call toll free (888) 878-6890, extension 3276.

FAST FACTS

Facility Address: 8081 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 120, Raleigh, N.C., 27617

Phone: (919) 286-5235

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Size: 3,700 square feet

Services Available: Blind Rehabilitation and Visual Impairment Services

Facility features: State of the art facility includes: training kitchen, telehealth capability, visual skills room, computer training room, electronic aid room, specialty equipment space, automatic doors, touch-less faucets, motion sensor lights, and keypad locked doors.

 

Driving Directions:

From the east, take I-40 to exit 283 (I-540 N) towards US-70. Merge onto I-540 E, and then take exit 3, Lumley Road, in 1.1 miles. Turn left onto Lumley Road and then take the first right onto Arco Corporate Drive. Destination will be the first large building on your right.

Please call 919-286-5235 for more information.

Care we provide at VA Durham health care

Our low vision outpatient clinic can assess your needs and provide a rehab plan tailored to your personal goals. Our team of specialists and social workers will work with you to find the right aids and services. Our clinic services include:

  • Comprehensive eye exams
  • Visual skills assessments
  • Guidance on how to develop visual motor and perceptual skills
  • Training to help you manage daily activities with your vision loss