Education/Training Services | GUIDING EYES FOR THE BLIND
611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Eligibility
Individuals who are legally blind, age 16+ years, are ambulatory (cannot serve wheelchair users), and physically and psychologically able to handle a guide dogApplicants with a history of drug/alcohol addiction must be sober/clean for at least 1 year
Required documents
Application packet required, Online application available
(800) 942-0149
Voice
Website
https://www.guidingeyes.orgLanguages
American Sign Language
Interpretation services
American Sign Language
Application process
Call for Information or Check Website
Fees
None/Not Applicable
Service area
NY
Provides various training programs to fit the needs of qualified individuals to handle a guide dog. Training program includes proper use, care and handling of the guide dog in rural, suburban and urban settings. Residential Program - A 21 day residential program held 12 times a year with a small class size, about 12 per class. Special Needs Program- For students who, in addition to being legally blind, have a condition that affects their mobility, such as hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, etc. Action Program - An accelerated 10-day residential and 5-day in-home program for experienced guide dog users.Home Training Program - An in-home program for applicants who cannot attend the residential program
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GUIDING EYES FOR THE BLIND