Guide Dogs SA/NT is here to support you build your confidence and independence, and find the right strategies for your personal journey.
We can support you with things such as: learning how to use your phone, cook a meal, get into hobbies and find your way from A to B independently. Below is a list of our services and support:
For adults with vision impairment, specialist mobility training offers everyday skills to keep you moving with confidence. Go where you want, when you want, with support that meets your needs.
Whatever milestones your child or teen wants to achieve to feel happy and confident, our vision specialists are here to offer training, encouragement and support.
Live the way you choose with our range of services to support your independence. Learn about maximising your vision, developing new skills for daily life and achieving your personal goals.
Explore opportunities to connect with your community, develop new skills, access peer support groups and more with our Leisure & Lifestyle Services.
If you’ve experienced a change in vision through accident or injury to the brain, our Neurological Vision Services can help maximise your remaining vision and offer new skills for new life circumstances.
Whatever your age, level of vision, or independence goals, there are technologies available to make your life easier. Discover what's available and what will meet your needs.
Our Guide Dogs and Autism Assistance Dogs provide life-changing companionship for people with vision impairment, children with autism and their families.
While we’re renowned for our iconic Guide Dogs, our staff also have expertise in a range of specialist vision services. Find out how we can assist your clients and staff.
Explore your options for accessing funding support to help cover the cost of specialist services and training programs.
At Guide Dogs SA/NT we offer services to help you understand your vision diagnosis and how to achieve your goals, big or small.
What is involved?
We tailor our support to suit your needs, whether it’s one or several sessions, or ongoing support. Depending on your individual circumstances, your support might take place at home, alongside family, with your wider support team, or out and about in the community.
Services for all ages and levels of vision
We support people of any age and level of vision loss.
Depending on your personal situation, we can tailor the services to your needs. You or someone you care about may be diagnosed with, but certainly not limited to:
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Cortical Vision Impairment (CVI)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration
- Hereditary Vision Loss, e.g. Retinitis Pigmentosa
We offer services across different age groups:
- Early Childhood 0 – 9
- School Aged 9 – 18
- Adult 18+
Find support
Social and educational groups
Finding a support network of like-minded people who understand what you are going through can make a world of difference. We have an amazing community of clients that meet regularly in person and online through our social and educational groups, such as:
- Social Happy Hour
- Empowered Living Program
- School Holiday Sessions
Our online Guide Dogs community platform “CatchUp” offers a safe space for clients, support workers and family members to connect. You can share vision tips, find accessible events and be supported to ask any questions you have or feelings you want to express.
What funding is available?
You may be eligible or already receiving funding from a range of sources including, but not limited to:
- NDIS
- My Aged Care
- Children and Students with Disability (Department for Education)
- Department of Veterans Affairs
Support for some of our services is also available through agreements with other support agencies, or our own charitable endeavours.
For more information about funding support, contact our Client Support Team.
When should you enquire?
Don’t wait for a diagnosis to contact Guide Dogs SA/NT about how we can support you. If vision loss is impacting your daily life, reach out to our Client Support Team, who will help you take the next steps in your journey.
If you’re ready to make a referral, we welcome self-referrals or referrals from any health professional, carer, family member or friend. Please ensure you have the consent of the person you would like to refer before requesting services on their behalf.
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