The Older Individuals Who Are Blind Program helps older adults experiencing significant vision loss develop skills and strategies for maintaining independence.
About
Ho‘opono Services for the Blind operates Hawaii’s Older Individuals Who Are Blind program.
The program focuses on helping older people who are blind or visually impaired maintain or increase their independence.
Unlike vocational rehabilitation, employment does not need to be the primary goal.
Services can focus on the skills, adaptive techniques, technology, and resources a person needs to continue completing everyday activities independently.
Services May Include
Independent-living skills
Orientation and mobility
Adaptive techniques
Assistive technology
Low-vision assistance
Information and referral
Support related to adjustment to vision loss
Assistance maintaining independence at home and in the community
Who They Serve
The program serves eligible older Hawaii residents who are blind or visually impaired and need assistance maintaining or increasing independence.
Eligibility and available services are determined by Ho‘opono.
Contact Information
Organization: Ho‘opono Services for the Blind
Address: 1901 Bachelot Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Telephone: 808-586-5269
Official Website:https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/vr/hoopono/
Why We Recommend This Resource
Vision loss later in life can make familiar activities suddenly difficult.
This program is valuable because its focus is independence rather than requiring the person to pursue employment.
Older adults can receive specialized assistance addressing the practical effects of blindness or significant vision loss.