for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Detroit, MI 48227
313-272-3900
FAX: 313-272-6893
E-Mail:
Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired primarily serves the seven southeast Michigan counties of Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Monroe, Livingston, and St. Clair.
GDABVI is a non-profit organization which provides quality, innovative services that increase self-reliance, productivity and dignity for persons who are blind or visually impaired. The agency services include:
Vision Rehabilitation Therapy
Our Social Work and Rehabilitation Teaching Therapists teach new skills to legally blind adults over the age of 60 to encourage independent, productive lifestyles.
Accessible Computer Training (ACT)
Accessible Computer Training teaches basic computing skills such as Internet and e-mail utilizing screen reading and magnification programs are taught at the area libraries for the blind.
Children and Youth Programs
Our Youth Programs help school-age children develop lifelong skills.
Community Programs and Education
OGDABVI provides speakers and information to schools, senior centers, and individuals
about eyes, vision, blindness and its prevention.
To schedule a presentation, call 313-272-3900 or send an email to
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Information and Referral
GDABVI also connects those with severe vision loss to a wide variety of community and
national resources.
Call 313-272-3900 or submit an inquiry to
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