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Grand Rapids-based nonprofit providing vision rehabilitation therapy, assistive technology training, orientation & mobility, and low vision services for West Michigan residents in 2026.

Michigan's primary state agency for blind and visually impaired residents — offering vocational rehabilitation, independent living skills training, assistive technology, orientation & mobility, and the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). Updated 2026 services include expanded remote training options and new assistive tech assessments.

Full-service ophthalmology practice in Grand Rapids offering comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, retinal care, and low vision services. Accepting new patients in 2026.

Grand Rapids ophthalmology practice offering comprehensive eye exams, low vision evaluations, glaucoma management, and vision rehabilitation services for blind and visually impaired patients.

Michigan-based vision rehabilitation liaison service that bridges the gap between medical care and blind rehabilitation. Care 2 Care guides patients through vision loss, connects them with the right rehabilitation services — including orientation & mobility, vocational rehab, adaptive equipment, and community support groups — and coordinates care between physicians, rehab providers, and patients. Virtual consultations available.

Michigan-based nonprofit providing free guide dog training, orientation & mobility instruction, and blindness skills training to people who are blind or visually impaired. All programs — including the residential guide dog program — are provided at no cost to the client.

Comprehensive ophthalmology, low vision rehabilitation, and retinal services at multiple Grand Rapids area locations.

Michigan BSBP-operated residential training center in Kalamazoo offering intensive blindness skills training — including braille, orientation & mobility, daily living skills, assistive technology, and low vision techniques — for blind and visually impaired Michigan residents.

Advocacy, information, and referral services helping people with disabilities navigate housing, employment, benefits, and community resources in the Grand Rapids area.

Grand Rapids Lions Club chapter providing vision screenings, eyeglass donations, assistive equipment, and community support programs for blind and visually impaired residents of Grand Rapids and Kent County.

Wyoming, MI Lions Club chapter serving the greater Grand Rapids area with vision care assistance, eyeglass recycling, white cane support, and community outreach programs for people with vision loss.

County-level commission connecting Kent County residents with disability services, accessible transportation, and community programs.

Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The SSA updated its visual impairment listings in 2026 — schedule an appointment or apply online.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services providing Medicaid, food assistance (SNAP), disability services, and emergency financial aid for Kent County residents.

Dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211 to connect with local food, housing, disability services, utility assistance, and social programs across West Michigan — available 24/7.

Federally qualified health center offering primary care, behavioral health, dental, and vision services on a sliding-fee scale — no one turned away regardless of insurance status.

Mental health, substance use, and 24/7 crisis support services for Kent County residents, including those adjusting to vision loss or disability.

Full-service hospital and outpatient care including ophthalmology, low vision rehabilitation, and disability support services in Grand Rapids.

West Michigan's premier rehabilitation hospital offering vision rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and adaptive skills programs for people with vision loss and other disabilities.

Comprehensive neuro rehabilitation and disability services across West Michigan, including vision-related brain injury recovery, supported employment, and independent living programs.

Grand Rapids' public transit system with accessible buses, audio announcements, and low-floor boarding. Offers a reduced fare program for riders with disabilities.

Door-to-door ADA paratransit service for Kent County residents with disabilities who cannot use fixed-route buses. Advance scheduling required — serves the greater Grand Rapids area.

Transportation assistance program helping Kent County residents with disabilities get to medical appointments, employment, and essential services when other transit options are unavailable.

Home-delivered nutritious meals for seniors and adults with disabilities in the Grand Rapids area — including those with vision loss who may have difficulty preparing food safely.

Free civil legal services for low-income residents including disability rights, benefits appeals (SSDI/SSI), housing, and discrimination cases — serving Kent County and surrounding areas.

Statewide nonprofit protecting the rights of people with disabilities — handles ADA complaints, benefits denials, abuse/neglect cases, and disability discrimination in employment and housing.

Free large-print books, audiobooks, assistive technology, and accessible programming at all GRPL branches throughout Grand Rapids.

Accessible library services including BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download), large-print collections, and assistive devices at all KDL branches.

Free braille books, audio recordings, and playback equipment mailed directly to Michigan residents with visual impairments — no cost to the recipient.

Nationally recognized nonprofit offering over 100 free distance education courses for people with vision loss and their families — covering daily living skills, braille, assistive technology, employment, and more. All courses are self-paced and available online or by phone at no cost.