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Getting Started – LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Getting Started

Are you or someone you know newly diagnosed as legally blind? Do you have a visual impairment or low vision?

LightHouse is here to help, no matter where you are on your journey. We know it can be stressful to admit you or a loved one needs help. That’s why we made getting started with LightHouse as straightforward and accessible as possible.

LightHouse is here to support you wherever you are in your changing vision.

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Who qualifies for LightHouse services?

Based in San Francisco, California, LightHouse serves
the greater Bay Area with support from our Earle
Baum Center Campus in Santa Rosa, California.

All individuals who are blind or experience any level
of low vision are eligible for our services.

  • For young children aged 0-3: Our Little Learners
    program serves blind or low vision children and
    their families across the California Central Valley
    and the greater Bay Area.
  • For individuals with both hearing and vision loss:
    Our DeafBlind program serves residents throughout
    the state of California.
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If you are outside our geographic region, we can help connect you to a
service provider in your area. Please contact us to learn more.

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Here’s how to get started at LightHouse in
California. Follow the steps below.

Complete an Intake with a LightHouse Intake Coordinator

Call us at 415–694–7323 or email us at info@lighthouse-sf.org. You may request an assessment for yourself, a loved one, a patient, or a client.

Attend a New Student Orientation

After our team of LightHouse experts determines which program(s) will best suit your needs, you’ll be invited to participate in a new student orientation.

Start Participating in Group Courses

Join other members of the LightHouse community to share experiences and learn skills.

Start Individual Training

Receive personalized training from our dedicated team of professionals.

Stay Connected

We’re here to support you at every step of your journey at LightHouse. If you have more concerns or questions, reach out anytime.

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How do I get started?

To get started, email info@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415–694–7323.

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Enchanted Hills Camp sessions.

We are thrilled to announce that Enchanted Hills Camp is officially open for registration!

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