Center for the Visually ImpairedYouth Services
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.
Children and youth with vision loss and/or multiple disabilities, and their families and caregivers · 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.
Youth Services for School Age Children (Ages 5 to 21): CVI offers a variety of services to support children and youth with visual impairments and their families/caregivers.
Low vision evaluations may be covered by insurance, and we accept most major Georgia plans.
All CVI services are offered on a sliding fee scale, and we offer significant financial assistance options. We also accept private pay.
Questions
How do I pay for services?
Payment for services must be made before an evaluation and/or training can begin. Clients may pay with cash, credit card or debit card. Clients may pay prior to their service in the VisAbility Store or inside the Florence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic at the check-in window.
What about insurance?
Your insurance policy may cover all or part of the cost of a low vision exam for individuals ages five and up. Your insurance may NOT cover rehabilitation services or training related to blindness or low vision. You may fund the cost of these services yourself or apply for financial assistance.
How does CVI determine if I'm eligible for financial assistance?
Fee reductions use a sliding scale. To apply, you must show proof of individual or household gross income from the most recent tax year.
How do I submit documentation?
Income documentation must be presented to CVI and verified before any fee discounts will be approved. CVI will accept all documents via email or they may be dropped off at the CVI building located at 739 West Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30308.
Details
- Who
- Children and youth with vision loss and/or multiple disabilities, and their families and caregivers
- 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 21
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.
Pediatric ServicesCVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.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.