How can Guide Dogs Services help?
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT provides vision support services for people of all ages with low vision or blindness across NSW and the ACT.
Our services are designed around your individual needs and goals. We can support you with getting around, everyday activities, accessing information, using technology and making the most of your vision.
Support can include developing practical skills and strategies, exploring aids, equipment and assistive technology, and making changes to your environment.
Explore our vision support services.
Getting around and accessing your community.
Everyday activities.
Technology and accessing information.
Making the most of your vision.
Who can access Guide Dogs services?
Guide Dogs supports people of all ages with low vision or blindness. You may have some functional vision, use a long cane or have a Guide Dog. Support is designed around your individual needs and goals.
Our services can support you through different stages of life, including childhood, education, work, adulthood and retirement. We work with our Clients, their families and caregivers to increase their skills, confidence and access to support and accessibility tools, giving them more choice for how they go about their day-to-day lives and get out and about.
When should I contact Guide Dogs about changes to my vision?
It is never too early to explore vision support. You may want to contact Guide Dogs if:
- your vision has changed
- reading, watching television or recognising faces has become harder
- you feel less confident getting around
- you have experienced a fall or injury
- judging steps or changes in your environment has become difficult
- you are moving to a new home, school or workplace
- you have stopped taking part in activities you usually enjoy
- you want support to stay active and involved in your community.
Are Guide Dogs services available in regional NSW and the ACT?
Yes. Guide Dogs services are available across NSW and the ACT. We provide community-based services and work with you in the places that are relevant to your everyday life.
Depending on your needs and goals, support may be provided in person, by telepractice or through a combination of both.
The same range of services is available regardless of where you live.
Explore our services.
Important Service Information
Rights and responsibilities of our team and Clients who receive our services.
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Connections Service
Connect with others in your local community or with the low vision and blindness community who have a shared experience or interest to you.
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Orientation and Mobility for adults
Our Orientation and Mobility Service for adults can support you with everyday movement.
Guide Dog Mobility Services
Together, the Handler and Guide Dog form a special partnership, each playing a vital role in achieving the best mobility outcomes.
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Orientation and Mobility for children
Orientation and mobility services for children and how to apply.
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