Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired South Carolina
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- EIN 57-0324912
- (843) 723-6915
- 1 Carriage Ln Ste A Charleston SC 29407-6060 USA
- www.abvisc.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Mission: The association serves and supports those with visual needs in charleston, south carolina.
Programs: The refocus program provides eye screenings/exams, eye glasses and follow up care in outreach clinic settings. Clients of the clinics are examined by a licensed optometrist, optician or other eye care profesionals and measured for glasses which are subsequently provided.
the own your life program focuses on two key areas: employee development and personal enrichment. Employee development is designed to help our clients looking to reenter the workforce. It includes training in computers, technology, orientation & mobility, and daily skills such as setting job goals and conflict resolution. Personal enrichment includes training in daily living skills, assistive technology, computer, and other tutoring and therapy.
scholarship assistance for the routine medical care and grooming of guide dogs for members.
other programs include good cheer activities and other social programs designed to assist and aid the visually impaired in the area.