Guiding Eyes for the Blind
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is a nonprofit based in New York that provides trained guide dogs to people with vision loss. Its guide dog training, travel to campus, equipment, meals, housing during training, and follow-up support are free for eligible students in the United States and Canada.
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Guiding Eyes for the Blind provides guide dogs at no cost to people with blindness or vision loss.We provide this training in varying forms depending on the clients needs through a residential... Main Services assistive technology Serving adults young adults teens seniors all disabilities deaf or hard of hearing visual impairment
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What they offer 10
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Guide Dog Application and MatchingService
Eligible applicants can apply to be matched with a Guiding Eyes guide dog.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
On-Campus Guide Dog TrainingProgram
Students train with their new guide dog during a two-week class at the Yorktown Heights campus.
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Specialized TrainingProgram
Students with additional disabilities or support needs can receive guide dog training tailored to them.
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Running Guides ProgramProgram
Active guide dog teams can add training for safe exercise running with their guide dog.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Home TrainingProgram
Some students who cannot attend campus training may train one-on-one with an instructor in their home area.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Graduate SupportService
Graduates get follow-up help with training, transition home, access concerns, and guide dog veterinary questions.
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Puppy Raising ProgramProgram
Volunteer puppy raisers care for and train future guide dog puppies for about 12 to 18 months.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Remote Puppy RaisingProgram
Volunteers outside regular regions can raise a future guide dog with virtual classes and coaching.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Graduation CeremoniesEvent
Public ceremonies celebrate new guide dog teams at the end of training.
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Guide DogsService
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