Organization:
Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
Low Vision Services
CLB provides vision screenings as well as comprehensive eye examinations and low vision exams. All examinations are performed by a certified optometrist at either CLB’s Silver Spring office or in the community in the state of the art Mobile Eye Care unit. Recommendations for vision aids such as magnifiers and filters are given as needed.
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology (AT) refers to products, devices or equipment used to maintain, increase or improve functional capabilities. CLB’s AT department helps consumers and employers by: providing hands-on training in the use of assistive technology as well as computer training classes, consulting with employers and working with employees experiencing vision loss to continue doing their jobs.
