Lions Center for the Blind

EXPANDING HORIZONS * ENRICHING LIVES * EMPOWERING THE BLIND

Welcome to the Lions Center for the Blind

Our mission is to empower and enrich the lives of the Blind and Visually Impaired Community. We provide the opportunities and tools through education and training, so those we serve may live full productive lives. We are committed to providing high quality State Certified programs, designed to promote the fullest integration into society and the workforce.

RADIO INTERVIEW ON ALICE 97.3

On November 13, 2011, Tina Coffield, Manager of Grants and Communications was interviewed by Alice 97.3 's Liz St. John regarding the Lions Center for the Blind and the programs we offer.

This informative interview can be found at http://radioalice.radio.com/2011/11/13/the-lions-center-for-the-blind-in-oakland/

ANNOUNCING: LOW VISION CLINIC

The Lions Center for the Blind is pleased to provide low vision examinations at our downtown Oakland office through the UC Berkeley School of Optometry.

Our Low Vision Specialist, Dr. Robert Greer, and his team, provide a comprehensive examination to evaluate your visual abilities and determine your need for adaptive aids such as strong reading spectacles, magnifiers, telescopes and electronic magnifiers.

The Low Vision Clinic and Lions Center staff will also offer rehabilitation counseling and can provide information on services available. Lions Center services can assist you with learning skills and using adapative aids to make better use of your remaining vision and to help you maintain your independence and quality of life as you adjust to your vision loss.

How do I know if this clinic is right for me?
If the best vision you can attain with glasses or contacts is limited by disease or injury and is inhibiting you from performing typical visual tasks, such as reading, then this clinic might be of assistance. If unsure, ask your eye doctor if a Low Vision examination could be of help.

Appointments are available Tuesdays at 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm

If you would like to schedule a Low Vision examination, or if you have questions regarding whether your insurance will cover this type of service, please call us at 510-450-1580.