Information for Patients about
the Visions of Independence Program

Key Program Points:

• All services are 100%paid for by Medicare and other insurances, including HMOs. We bill them directly.

• Training is provided in the home.

• Services are provided in one on one sessions by specially trained occupational therapists.

Ways we can help Low Vision Patients live Independently:

• Teach ways to manage your medications

• Organize your living areas so things are easier to find

• Teach safe ways to cook

• Teach new ways to help you manage your personal care

• Teach you new ways to make reading and writing easier

• Teach you techniques to help you manage money

• Do a safety assessment of your home environment

How it works

• Your doctor will refer you to the Visions of Independence program if you are interested.

• We will call you to arrange a home visit at your convenience.

• During this visit, you will determine the things that are most important for you to learn.

• The therapist will work with you on your goals over a number of visits.

• Family members are welcome in all training sessions.