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Assists the needy with eyeglasses, eye examinations and hearing aids. For eyeglass/hearing aid assistance, please contact President Pattie Gore at (540)439-8308.

Adults may get free eye exams and glasses by contacting the Culpeper County Social Services Department to get an appointment to complete the application to see if they meet our needs requirement. This application will be sent to us for a decision. If an adult needs a hearing aid the same process is followed.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist can provide training to persons who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing and their families and training to businesses, nonprofits, and professionals that serve persons who have a hearing loss. Responds to request for information and referrals on niche topics related to hearing loss including, but not limited to, where to find sign language classes, support services, assistive technology, and more. Specialist promote public awareness about services via exhibits at local-regional events. Specialist assist clients with their telecommunication needs including applications, assessments, installation, training and troubleshooting specialized telecommunication equipment.

Health education, supportive services and financial assistance within the financial capabilities/limitations of the club to aid individuals who are blind or deaf.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist can provide training to persons who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing and their families and training to businesses, nonprofits, and professionals that serve persons who have a hearing loss. Responds to request for information and referrals on niche topics related to hearing loss including, but not limited to, where to find sign language classes, support services, assistive technology, and more. Specialist promote public awareness about services via exhibits at local-regional events. Specialist assist clients with their telecommunication needs including applications, assessments, installation, training and troubleshooting specialized telecommunication equipment.

Offers eyeglasses to the financially needy. Client must be unable to receive glasses from a public program, and be unable to afford the full fee for glasses. Requests client pay part of the cost if possible. Appointment required.

Offers instruction in independent living skills including personal finance, cooking and housekeeping, instruction in Braille keyboarding, orientation and mobility training, the use of white canes, and transportation systems. Services provided include teaching techniques that enable individuals with visual impairments to maintain and retain independence.

VPAS' Emergency Services program provides one-time immediate financial assistance and other resources, including referrals to other public and private agencies to older adults who have an emergency need. Emergency Services may include payment assistance for medication refills, assistive devices, and utility and rent payments. Assistance is provided one-time, per year, per older adult age 60+, who must have an emergency need for help which endangers their health and/or well-being.

Provides financial assistance to help persons with vision impairment or blindness receive the assistive technology, treatment, and devices they need. Provides assistance with eye care and eyeglasses to people in need.

Offers a civic club that helps low income individuals obtain eye exams, prescription glasses and hearing aids.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist can provide training to persons who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing and their families and training to businesses, nonprofits, and professionals that serve persons who have a hearing loss. Responds to request for information and referrals on niche topics related to hearing loss including, but not limited to, where to find sign language classes, support services, assistive technology, and more. Specialist promote public awareness about services via exhibits at local-regional events. Specialist assist clients with their telecommunication needs including applications, assessments, installation, training and troubleshooting specialized telecommunication equipment.

Provides assistive equipment on a loan basis and assists consumers to obtain their own equipment or home modifications. Provides help with the NewWell Fund (Assistive Technology Loan Fund) applications. Offers devices for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or who have speech disabilities. May provide donated medical equipment to persons lacking personal resources to purchase necessary items. Can assist with orthopedics like diabetic shoes and leg braces, etc, up to $500.

Provide no-cost adaptive mobility and communication equipment, educate pediatric clinicians, teachers, and caregivers, and promote responsive and responsible public health policy.

CaptionCall uses advanced technology and a communications assistant to quickly provide written captions of what callers say on a large, easy-to-read screen. It works like a regular telephone – simply dial and answer calls as usual – speak and listen using a phone handset like always. Plus, CaptionCall offers exceptional sound quality with audio and frequency settings that can be customized to each person's hearing loss.

Provides free white canes to any blind individual. Requests can be made as often as every six months.