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This Christmas, help us train the Guide Dog heroes that transform so many lives.

This Christmas, help us train the Guide Dog heroes that transform so many lives.
This Christmas, help us train the Guide Dog heroes that transform so many lives.
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Experiencing a change in vision is challenging, regardless of your loved one’s age or circumstance. As a supporting parent, partner, or primary carer, it’s natural to feel uncertain. Whether the change happened suddenly or over time, there are always questions. Will my child make friends at school and fulfil their potential? Will my partner still be able to work and live our active lifestyle? Can mum or dad stay independent at home and enjoy their favourite activities?
Although the answers to these questions are unique depending on your loved one’s situation, our services are similarly designed on a case-by-case basis to support personal goals. Whatever your child, partner, parent or friend hopes to achieve, we support each person to acquire new skills, establish or maintain independence, and enjoy a high quality of life; regardless of what that means for your loved one.
Your loved one can:
Every support service at Guide Dogs Victoria is tailored to each person’s individual goals. Here are some examples of the types of skills other people commonly achieve:
Depending on age and circumstances, your loved one may be able to access financial assistance to access our supports. This will help cover the costs of support or training programs. Regardless of whether your loved one is eligible for funding assistance or not, we work hard to offer all people with low visions or blindness access to our services. Be reassured, we will always provide support regardless of your financial situation.
If your loved one is still thinking about connecting with Guide Dogs Victoria—or they are hesitant to get in touch with a support provider—there are some easy steps you can take to provide immediate support at home, especially if they have experienced a recent change in vision. Some examples include:
Give us a call on 1800 804 805 for more information on how to provide a supportive environment for your loved one.
If you’re hoping to access support for someone you know or currently care for, we welcome referrals from parents, friends, family members, and a wide range of health professionals.
A referral is just like initiating a casual conversation; there is no commitment or obligation involved on your—or your loved one’s—behalf.
Have you checked your eligibility to access this support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)? Many people include this support as part of their NDIS plan.
If you’re eligible for the NDIS, we can cut through the jargon, assist with your plan—or pre-planning—and get you on the path towards your personal goals. You can request free Support Coordination or find out more about your potential eligibility to access this service through the NDIS now.
If you’re older than 65, funded supports are accessed through the aged care system. You can register with My Aged Care by contacting their help line on 1800 200 422.
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