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Guiding Eyes for the Blind

(Agency)

Provides guide dogs to individuals who are blind or visually impaired as well as cover the expenses of training while the individual trains with their dog.

Eligibility: Individuals ages 16 years and older who are legally blind, have completed formal Orientation and Mobility Training, walk outdoors regularly and independently using a white cane, and are able to provide full time care for a guide dog. Further information is available by visiting: https://www.guidingeyes.org/apply/

Application Process: Apply online by visiting https://www.guidingeyes.org/apply/ or request a paper application by calling 888-987-2188 x1

Required Documentation: Proof of legal blindness and other types of supporting documentation; please call or visit our website for more information

Fees: Varies; call for information

United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico

Contact

Admissions Team: 888-987-2188 x1 (Assist with questions regarding eligibility and the application process)

Fax: 914-245-1609

Toll-Free: 800-942-0149

After-Hours: 888-987-2188

Business Line: 914-245-4024

Email: Admissions@guidingeyes.org

Website: www.guidingeyes.org


611 Granite Springs Road
Yorktown Heights NY 10598

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

Staff

Ben Cawley
Director of Client Experience
clientexperience@guidingeyes.org
888-987-2188

Thomas Panek
President and CEO
914-245-4024

Disabilities Access

Fully Accessible

Languages

American Sign Language (ASL) trained instructors and interpreters available to deaf, blind or hearing impaired clients, clients whose primary language is not English or ASL will need to provide their own interpreter, American Sign Language


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