FAQ

• Our independent living skills training and activities are available to adults with vision loss living in the greater Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Counties: Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Washington, Carver, Scott, Chisago, and Wright. (Do you live outside of this area? Contact State Services for the Blind.)
• DeafBlind Services Minnesota provides services throughout Minnesota to infants, children, youth, and adults with combined vision and hearing loss.

Vision Loss Resources is a nonprofit that operates outside of the medical model, and our services are not covered by insurance. We do not require a doctor’s referral, either. Simply contact us.

No, there is no specific diagnosis required. If your vision loss is uncorrectable and interferes with your everyday life, Vision Loss Resources can help you adapt and adjust. Our services are not intended to substitute for an eye doctor’s diagnosis or treatment. Wherever you are on the spectrum of vision loss, we are here to help: whether you have recently been diagnosed with an eye disease, or you have been living with vision loss or blindness for many years, Vision Loss Resources is here for you.

No, there is no referral required. Simply leave a message at (612) 843-3400 or email info@vlrw.org.