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Resource Database

Our growing database includes vendors who produce mobility products and accessible board games, and includes advocacy organizations who provide services for the visually impaired and legally blind. We provide this free database as a resource to our community.

The information here changes often so be sure to check back and see what new resources are available to you!

National Parkinson’s Foundation Opens in new window

Describes Parkinson-related topics.

  • National Parkinson’s Foundation Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 473-4636
  • Categories: Membership Organizations

Requirements: Sometimes visual impairment is a consequence of Parkinson's Disease.

National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision Opens in new window

  • National Research and Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision Visit website
  • Phone: (662) 325-2001
  • Categories: Eye and Vision Research

Research of blindness and low vision; also training to become a teacher of the visually impaired.

National Resource Center for Blind Musicians Opens in new window

  • National Resource Center for Blind Musicians Visit website
  • Phone: (203) 366-3300 x229
  • Categories: Music & Radio

All about visually impaired musicians.

Requirements: Check for requirements.

National Stroke Association Opens in new window

Foundation dealing with stroke related issues.

  • National Stroke Association Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 787-6537
  • Categories: Membership Organizations

Requirements: Anyone interested in stroke related topics can join.

Newsreel Magazine Opens in new window

  • Newsreel Magazine Visit website
  • Phone: (888) 723-8737
  • Categories: Reading Materials

Audio magazine for the blind.

Requirements: Everyone can get the items.

Noir Medical Technology Opens in new window

  • Noir Medical Technology Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 521-9746
  • Categories: Low Vision Products

Sells specialized sun shades for visually impaired people.

Requirements: Anyone can order.

Nuance Opens in new window

  • Nuance Visit website
  • Phone: (866) 654-1187
  • Categories: Computer/Adaptive Technology

Sells dragon naturally speaking.

NVDA Screen Reader Opens in new window

  • NVDA Screen Reader Visit website
  • Categories: Learning

Free downloadable screen reader.

Ocutech Opens in new window

  • Ocutech Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 326-6460
  • Categories: Low Vision Products

Sells low vision products like video magnifiers.

Requirements: Anyone can order.

Olmsted Center Opens in new window

  • Olmsted Center Visit website
  • Phone: (716) 888-4526
  • Categories: Independent Living

Provides employment training for people interested in hospitality. Clients need to apply and pass an interview and a typing test; DR mostly is the referral source.

ONH Consulting Opens in new window

  • ONH Consulting Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 490-5529
  • Categories: Advocacy

Requirements: Interesting for people with Optic Nerve Hypoplasia.

Optelec Opens in new window

  • Optelec Visit website
  • Phone: (800) 444-4443
  • Categories: Low Vision Products

Sells electronic magnifiers.

 

 

Requirements: Anyone can order.

Orientation Center for the Blind Opens in new window

  • Orientation Center for the Blind Visit website
  • Phone: (510) 559- 1208
  • Categories: Blind and Visually Impaired Centers

Provides services to visually impaired DR clients.

 

 

Requirements: Must be a consumer of DR.

Palo Alto Eye Works Opens in new window

  • Palo Alto Eye Works Visit website
  • Phone: (650) 327-5665
  • Categories: Eye Services > Health Care

Provides low vision evaluations.

Requirements: May need to be referred by a regular eye doctor.

Parents Helping Parents (San Jose) Opens in new window

  • Parents Helping Parents (San Jose) Visit website
  • Phone: (855) 727-5775
  • Categories: Advocacy

Parent advocacy organization.

Requirements: Appropriate for people interested in parenting disabled children.

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Categories

  • Health Care (32)
    • Eye Services (30)
  • Recreation (27)
  • Reading Materials (27)
  • Low Vision Products (26)
  • Computer/Adaptive Technology (23)
  • Learning (22)
  • Blind-Friendly Businesses (18)
  • Independent Living (17)
  • Membership Organizations (17)
  • Eye and Vision Research (16)
  • Blind and Visually Impaired Centers (13)
  • Advocacy (13)
  • Music & Radio (13)
  • Mobility and Transportation (10)
  • Government & Legal (9)
  • Entertainment (9)
  • Employment & Housing (3)

How to Get Involved

You can volunteer your time or donate your hard-earned money by making a donation to help the blind and visually impaired. The great work we do is supported by volunteers and donors just like you. We have several opportunities for those looking to make a difference and help a great cause.

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How To Contact Us

Lions Vision Resource Network is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit Organization serving the visually impaired and blind communities in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.

For more information, please contact us.
E: info@lionsvisionresource.org
P: (510) 450-1580

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