Center for the Visually ImpairedFlorence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic
The Florence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic shows you how to make the best use of the vision you have through a low vision evaluation and consultation with an occupational therapist.
People with low vision, from children to seniors · CVI offers affordable support based on a sliding payment scale
From cviga.org/florence-maxwell-low-vision-clinic ↗About this program
Low vision services begin with an evaluation from our specially trained optometrists. They will evaluate your usable sight and make recommendations for enhancing your quality of life and independence.
An occupational therapist (OT) with a specialty in low vision will introduce you to lighting and magnification options for reading, writing, and performing daily activities that best fit your goals and needs.
We will help you learn to use devices and techniques for everyday activities such as meal preparation, financial management and medication organization.
Our Low Vision Clinic in Atlanta is open for children to seniors. CVI offers affordable support based on a sliding payment scale made possible through philanthropy and generous donations.
Satellite offices around Georiga, telehealth, and in-home visits extend CVI's service beyond Midtown.
Questions
How do I pay for services?
Payment for services must be made before an evaluation and/or training can begin. Clients may pay with cash, credit card or debit card. Clients may pay prior to their service in the VisAbility Store or inside the Florence Maxwell Low Vision Clinic at the check-in window.
What about insurance?
Your insurance policy may cover all or part of the cost of a low vision exam for individuals ages five and up. Your insurance may NOT cover rehabilitation services or training related to blindness or low vision. You may fund the cost of these services yourself or apply for financial assistance.
What is covered under the financial assistance program?
Low Vision Exams. Certain items in the VisAbility Store - check with store for details on qualifying items. Orientation and Mobility, Independent Living Skills, Braille, Assistive Technology, and other Vision Rehabilitation Services. Functional Vision Assessments for preschoolers and school age children. Educational, social and enrichment programs for school age children.
How does CVI determine if I'm eligible for financial assistance?
Fee reductions use a sliding scale. To apply, you must show proof of individual or household gross income from the most recent tax year.
Details
- Who
- People with low vision, from children to seniors
- Where
- Atlanta (Midtown) clinic, plus satellite clinics across Georgia, telehealth, and in-home visits
- Cost
- CVI offers affordable support based on a sliding payment scale
- Ages
- All ages, children to seniors
Run by
Adult Rehabilitation Programs & Support ServicesCVI offers services on a sliding fee scale and you may qualify for financial assistanceThe Adult Rehabilitation Programs & Support Services provides training in how to navigate every aspect of your life with visual impairment.
Pediatric ServicesCVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.The Pediatric Services program serves children ages 3-5 with low vision exams, occupational therapy (OT), small group sessions focused on enhancing play, and one-on-one rehabilitation.Youth ServicesCVI accepts insurance for many services and offers services on a sliding fee scale with financial assistance available for eligible families.The Youth Services program serves children ages 5-21 with low vision exams, independent living instruction, orientation and mobility training (O&M), technology skills, individual education plan (IEP), and braille tutoring.