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Training and Classes - Vision Loss Resources

3230 Spruce Street, Saint Paul, MN 55117

Eligibility
Individuals whose vision loss interferes with their ability to meet daily independent living needs and are residents of Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, Washington, and Wright counties
Required documents
Referral from Minnesota State Services for the Blind
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Application process
Call; email; services are provided after a referral from Minnesota State Services for the Blind
Fees
No cost for initial evaluation assessment. Sliding fee scale for training.
Service area
Anoka County, MN Carver County, MN Chisago County, MN Dakota County, MN Hennepin County, MN Ramsey County, MN Scott County, MN Washington County, MN Wright County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee
  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
Provides a comprehensive low vision evaluation to assess how vision loss impacts all areas of a person's life. The assessment allows Vision Loss Resources to give recommendations on lighting, training, and devices. Deaf-Blind Adults and Children: Provides one-on-one support to people with combined hearing and vision loss, from birth through adulthood Older Adults: Provides in-home assessments and individualized training to help seniors stay independent and age in place Professionals and Caregivers: Provides hands-on trainings and informative presentations for a workplace, senior residence, civic group, or community center Working-age Adults and Young Adults Transitioning Out of High School: Provides comprehensive vision rehabilitation training to help individuals adapt and thrive at home, work, or school. Classes include orientation and mobility, technology, typing, Braille, tasks of daily living, cooking, and more.
Last Assured
08/21/2025
Providing organization
Vision Loss Resources

Comprehensive services for people with vision loss and who are deaf or hard of hearing