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We Believe in Your Child's Potential

We provide early intervention services to children who are blind or have low vision, helping your child gain independence and unlocking their true potential.

We Believe in Your Child's Potential

We provide early intervention services to children who are blind or have low vision, helping your child gain independence and unlocking their true potential.

We provide early intervention and educational support for all of Kentucky and Indiana!

VIPS provides early intervention services to Kentucky and Indiana's youngest children with blindness or low vision. Services include evaluations, in-home visits, and access to resources that help parents and caregivers better understand and support their child. Contact us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the many programs and services we offer.

Or give us a call at (888) 636-8477.

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We provide early intervention services for all of Kentucky and Indiana!

VIPS provides early intervention services to Kentucky and Indiana's youngest children with blindness or low vision. Services include evaluations, in-home visits, and access to resources that help parents and caregivers better understand and support their child. Contact us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the many programs and services we offer.

Or give us a call at (888) 636-8477.

VIPS services help parents and caregivers navigate the unknown

"I remember when we were first told about visual therapy for our daughter, Brynn. I had never heard of it! I remember thinking to myself, this is a thing, how does this help? Boy, was I wrong! Being with Ms. Sheila only a few times has impacted our girl so much! She has guided us in ways to help Brynn focus and teaches us ways to help her vision improve! We have found fun toys that she sees better, and backlighting things in the room to help her too. We are blown away by her progress already! It was a beautiful moment when I saw Brynn turn her head to look at me and smile. I thought my heart might stop. I was so excited! Never take for granted those moments. We also are always reminded that our kids can do anything, and to always believe they can do more! "

-Brooke, Mom to Brynn

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A VIPS Community Newsletter

Planned Giving in Retirement

Planned Giving

June 16, 2017

Have you ever thought you might want to leave a gift in your will to VIPS or another charity of your choice?
A few years ago my husband Charlie and I sat down with our lawyer to update our wills. It had been a long time since we had made any changes. Our lawyer has a great “bedside manner” and obviously has helped many people over his professional career to write their wills. He asked us many good questions, one of which was “what charitable organizations mean the most to you, and would you like to remember any in your will?” My answer was obviously “yes!”

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The Outdoors as Sensory Input for Your Visually Impaired Child

June 16, 2017

The outdoor environment is sensory-rich! Wind blowing across your skin and through your hair, warm sun on your skin, sounds made by wind blowing the trees and bushes, sounds of birds, traffic, church bells, dogs barking, sounds of swings and other playground equipment, the feel of grass on your feet and legs, the rough texture of bark on trees, the tickle of leaves when you walk under branches, cold squishy mud, dry sand, and fragrant soil that is ready for planting are all experiences that provide wonderful sensory input.

Who We Are

We empower a young child with blindness or low vision to navigate their world and gain independence.

Why is early intervention so critically important?

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DID YOU KNOW?

90% of what a child learns
is through their vision.

85% of the foundation of learning happens the first 5 years of their life.

How does your donation benefit a child who is blind or has low vision?

$25

covers braille books, large print books, and other early literacy tools

$100

supports a training session for a teacher who works directly with children

$350

delivers two early intervention visits to a child

$500

ensures a successful transition into the child's next educational setting

Your donation directly impacts the lives of children who are blind or have low vision in Kentucky and Indiana.

Our Mission

VIPS empowers families by providing educational excellence to young children with blindness or low vision in order to build a strong foundation for reaching their highest potential.

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