Descriptions were taken from the organizations’ websites.
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
6569 N. Charles Street
Physicians Pavilion West, Suite 305
Baltimore, MD 21204
(443) 849-2658
(443) 849-2603
(443) 849-2631 (fax)
Hours: M–F 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Website: www.gbmc.org/medicine/hoover/index.cfm
Hoover Rehabilitation Services provides both low vision evaluation and rehabilitation services. The Hoover team includes ophthalmologists, rehabilitation teachers, and orientation and mobility instructors. The main objective of Hoover Services is to teach an individual who is visually impaired how to most effectively use their remaining vision. A client of Hoover Services first receives an at-home pre-assessment. A low vision examination in the clinic follows. Optical and non-optical aids, together with professional instruction, is provided. Follow-up services, as well as orientation and mobility instruction, are delivered at home, school or work. Specialists may also suggest changes in lighting and contrast to enhance visual performance as a result of an environmental analysis.
Johns Hopkins Hospital
600 N. Wolfe Street
Baltimore, MD 21287
(410) 955-0580
Website: www.wilmer.jhu.edu
E-mail: wilmerinfo@jhmi.edu
The Low Vision Consultation Service at Johns Hopkins is designed to provide advanced clinical low vision care through a comprehensive service model. Optometrists and clinical social workers work together to identify the most effective intervention. The goal is to help an individual function more fully and with greater comfort, safety, and independence.
Individuals first undergo a functional assessment/ interview to determine the impact of low vision on daily life. Next the optometrist evaluates visual performance, performs measurements, and tests the effectiveness of several low vision devices. Special glasses, magnifiers, telescopes, sunglasses, and other optical devices are evaluated. Items such as lighting, large print, audio materials, and adaptive writing systems are also tested.
Individuals can also learn about and be referred to an array of related services and sources of adaptive equipment.
7701 Woodmont Ave., Suite 604
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 951-4444
Website: wwww.lowvisioninfo.org
E-mail: terry@lowvisioninfo.org
The Low Vision Center (LVC) is an information and referral service for those who have, or are experiencing transition to partial vision. LVC helps individuals find resources which can help them become more independent and reach their full potential. All services are free of charge. LVC also offers a free demonstration center where interested individuals can examine and evaluate commonly available low vision devices.
Programs and Services
6200 Baltimore Ave., Suite 100
Riverdale, MD 20737
(240) 737-5100
(240) 737-5101 (Fax)
Website: http://www.clb.org
E-mail: info@clb.org
Administrative Office
1120 20th St. NW Suite 750 S.
Washington, DC 20036
(202-454-6400
(202) 454-6401 (Fax)
CLB's optometrist will introduce you to adaptive aids and techniques that enhance your vision and independence. Low vision care begins with a low vision evaluation. Special lenses, prisms, magnifiers, light filters, and other devices may be prescribed to augment and improve vision.
5530 Wisconsin Ave., Suite 101
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 986-8747
(301) 986-8944 (Fax)Website:
901 Dulaney valley Rd., Suite 200
Baltimore, MD 21204
(410) 337-4500
(410) 339-7326 (Fax)
Website: www.bmgnri.com
Offer diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases including surgery; low vision evaluations and prescription of low vision devices.
Scott holden
1701 Kiva Rd.
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(301) 388-2040
(301) 388-0073 (Fax()
E-mail: scottholden28@verizon.net
Sells wide range of video magnifiers including portable and tabletop models.