Title Blind and low vision rehabilitation - West Los Angeles VA Medical Center 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 Show for VAMC Facilities Show VAMC system description of service Our Blind and Low Vision Rehabilitation clinic provides a comprehensive low vision eye exam with a focus on functional abilities. Referrals are then made to our Visual Impairment Service Team (VIST) Coordinators who will further evaluate Veterans' level of independence in the home and in the community to make referrals to appropriate rehabilitation therapists. Services include: Visual Skills: Use of remaining vision or text to speech technology for accessing printed materials. Use of optical and electronic devices for near or distance magnification. Living Skills: Activities of daily living including eating methods, kitchen management, organization methods, accessing entertainment, managing finances, communication, self-care. Orientation & Mobility: Safe, independent travel skills with or without a mobility aid such as white cane, support cane, or walker. Training in the community to know where one is, where they're going, and safely getting there. Training can include street crossings, use of public transportation, and/or use of GPS devices. Assistive Technology: Use of smart phones, tablets, or computers with adaptive settings to accommodate for vision loss. Training provided on using built-in accessibility features or software to enhance accessibility. Appointments Appointment intro text Use default text Appointment lead-in default Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first. Is a referral required? No Are walkins accepted? No Is online scheduling available for this service? No Phone number for appointments Phone Type Phone Phone number 310-268-4654 Label Blind and Low Vision Rehabilitation Service location Address Address Building name/number Building 304 Wing, Floor, or Room Number 1st floor Street address Use the facility's street address? On Address United States Hours Provide specific hours for this service Hours Monday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Tuesday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Wednesday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Thursday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Friday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Contact info Use the general facility phone number No, do not display the general facility phone number Other phone numbers Phone Type Phone Phone number 310-268-4654 Label Blind and Low Vision Rehabilitation
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 Show for VAMC Facilities Show VAMC system description of service Our Blind and Low Vision Rehabilitation clinic provides a comprehensive low vision eye exam with a focus on functional abilities. Referrals are then made to our Visual Impairment Service Team (VIST) Coordinators who will further evaluate Veterans' level of independence in the home and in the community to make referrals to appropriate rehabilitation therapists. Services include: Visual Skills: Use of remaining vision or text to speech technology for accessing printed materials. Use of optical and electronic devices for near or distance magnification. Living Skills: Activities of daily living including eating methods, kitchen management, organization methods, accessing entertainment, managing finances, communication, self-care. Orientation & Mobility: Safe, independent travel skills with or without a mobility aid such as white cane, support cane, or walker. Training in the community to know where one is, where they're going, and safely getting there. Training can include street crossings, use of public transportation, and/or use of GPS devices. Assistive Technology: Use of smart phones, tablets, or computers with adaptive settings to accommodate for vision loss. Training provided on using built-in accessibility features or software to enhance accessibility.