Vision Impaired Guide Dogs - NY, Guiding Eyes for the Blind
611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Self referral. Application, medical records and home interview required. Application process takes 8-10 weeks.
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Description
Provides guide dogs and training to the blind who have, in addition to blindness, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, balance problems, and hearing impairments, including individuals who are Deaf-Blind and communicate by American Sign Language. The dogs that are paired with Special Needs students receive a minimum of four months guide dog training plus at least two months of additional training to support the specific needs of the student they will guide. To provide this level of personal and customized training, there are usually not more than 2 Special Needs students in a class. The waiting period to get into the Special Needs program, if an applicant is approved, is two and a half years.
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Guiding Eyes for the Blind
Guiding Eyes for the Blind provides guide dogs to people with vision loss. We are passionate about connecting exceptional dogs with individuals for greater independence. Guiding Eyes is not one-size-fits-all; we celebrate each student’s individuality. We offer several flexible training options, including On-Campus Training on our Yorktown campus; Home Training for those unable to travel; Specialized Training for students who have additional challenges such as gait and balance issues, cognitive challenges, and hearing loss; and Running Guides for enhanced physical fitness. During each program, our instructors refine their training further to meet each student’s needs – doing whatever it takes to ensure success.