Low vision is a visual impairment that affects daily activities such as reading and writing. While people with low vision still have some remaining vision, they often face challenges in everyday life. Occupational therapy low vision rehabilitation helps individuals make the most of their remaining vision and adopt compensatory strategies to continue participating in daily activities, enabling them to live productive and independent lives.
Who will benefit?
Individuals with low vision who experience difficulties with daily activities and wish to maintain their independence can benefit from this service. Conditions that may result in low vision include:
- Age-related Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injury
Our services
- Visual and functional assessments
- Training of visual skills to use remaining vision more efficiently for daily activities
- Use of adaptive aids and assistive technology for daily activities
- Home assessment and modification to increase safety and independence at home
- Orientation and mobility training