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- EIN 24-0814118
- (570) 323-9401
- 2121 Reach Rd Williamsport PA 17701-5575 USA
- www.ncsight.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Blind & Visually Impaired Centers, Disabilities, Human Services
Mission: To provide exceptional programs, services, and employment to the blind and visually impaired as well as education, prevention services, and products to all customers
Programs: Social and rehabilitation services - to provide adjustment to blindness training and support services for people who are losing their sight to live independently in their own home. This is accomplished by offering a variety of adjustment to blindness services defined by the unique needs of the individual suffering from vision loss.
employment - blind and visually impaired associates are provided with a variety of quality employment options, paid significantly above minimum wage while receiving the same benefits package as our professional staff associates. Our most important goal is to create a work environment that helps promote a positive image of people who are blind and boost self-esteem. Our goal is to maximize the individual's capability and where possible, promote from within.
prevention of blindness - our screening and education programs are designed to educate the public about good eye health and safety, conduct vision screenings designed to detect symptoms that may indicate vision problems in children and adults and prevent the needless loss of vision. Our remedial eye care program assists customers to purchase discounted eyewear and obtain an eye examination. Our finctional vision clinic provides specialized services to low income chldren.
sales and marketing - to provide sales, customer service and marketing support to external and inernal customers, educating them about the services, projects and mission of the organization.