Accessible Recreation  
Agencies for the Blind

IN-SIGHT, 43 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick, RI 02888 helps blind persons develop skills in communication, mobility, orientation, self-care, and homemaking.

IN-SIGHT assists those having problems with aging and blindness. IN-SIGHT radio broadcasts readings of newspapers, magazines and books for the blind and visually impaired. Call 941-3322.

Saving Sight conducts glaucoma screening programs and public information campaigns to detect and fight causes of blindness. Call 738-1150.

State Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired provides vocational rehabilitation, counseling, medical evaluation, home teaching, and other services. Call 222-2300 or 222-3010 (TTY).

Any resident 65 or older who does not have an ophthalmologist can receive no cost medical eye care services through the EyeCare America Seniors Program. Call the Help Line at 1-800-222-EYES (3937).

Persons who have a visual impairment or physical disability that hinders them from using traditional library materials may borrow books and magazines in large print, braille, or talking books on cassette or disc, free of charge, through Talking Books Plus. Call 222-5800.

Machines and materials are shipped free directly through the U.S. mail. However, the statewide library delivery system allows homebound persons to return materials through their local public library.