Center for the Visually ImpairedPediatric Services
The Pediatric Services program serves children ages 3-5 with low vision exams, occupational therapy (OT), small group sessions focused on enhancing play, and one-on-one rehabilitation.
Children ages 3-5 or older who have vision loss and/or multiple disabilities · Low vision exams are available the first Wednesday each quarter. Occupational therapy appointments are available on demand. · CVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.
From cviga.org/youth-services ↗About this program
CVI's pediatric services serve children ages 3-5 or older who have vision loss and/or multiple disabilities.
Pediatric Low Vision Exams determine the child's visual functioning level, recommend appropriate rehabilitation with CVI's pediatric occupational therapists and/or assistive devices to enhance functional vision, and educate family, caregivers, and teachers about child's visual needs. Dr. Sarah Lee, a pediatric optometrist, specializes in providing eye care services to children.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy addresses development of gross and fine motor skills for manipulation, spatial awareness, daily activities such as feeding, dressing, personal care and engaging in play, and sensory integration and exploration. CVI's occupational therapists offer 'toddler and me' group classes as well as one-on-one rehabilitation.
Questions
Who do pediatric services serve?
CVI's pediatric services serve children ages 3-5 or older who have vision loss and/or multiple disabilities.
Where can I learn about services for children under age 3?
Please contact Georgia PINES (Parent Infant Network for Educational Services) and Babies Can't Wait to learn more about services for children under age 3.
Details
- Who
- Children ages 3-5 or older who have vision loss and/or multiple disabilities
- When
- Low vision exams are available the first Wednesday each quarter. Occupational therapy appointments are available on demand.
- Cost
- CVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.
- Ages
- 3 to 5
Run by
Florence Maxwell Low Vision ClinicCVI offers affordable support based on a sliding payment scaleThe Florence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic shows you how to make the best use of the vision you have through a low vision evaluation and consultation with an occupational therapist.
Adult Rehabilitation Programs & Support ServicesCVI offers services on a sliding fee scale and you may qualify for financial assistanceThe Adult Rehabilitation Programs & Support Services provides training in how to navigate every aspect of your life with visual impairment.
Youth ServicesCVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.The Youth Services program serves children ages 5-21 with low vision exams, independent living instruction, orientation and mobility training (O&M), technology skills, individual education plan (IEP), and braille tutoring.