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Organization:
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Blind-Low Vision Early Intervention Program of Eastern Ontario
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Phone Numbers:
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613-688-3979
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Toll-Free:
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1-866-432-7447
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TTY:
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613-820-7427
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Address:
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c/o Eastern Ontario Blind Low Vision Program
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre
1365 Richmond St, 2nd Floor
Ottawa, ON
K2B 6R7
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Hours:
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By appointment
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Executives:
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Tamara Chipperfield - Chief Executive Officer
613-820-4922 ext 3375
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Public Contacts:
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Laurie-Ann Staniforth - Manager, First Words & Blind-Low Vision
613-820-4922 * lstaniforth@cheo.on.ca
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Service Description:
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Provincially funded program to support children who are blind or low vision from birth until school entry* education and support for parents and families * intervention services * consultation services * referrals may be made by physician * opthamologist * optometrist * parent or caregiver at www.firstwords/vision
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Apply online at www.firstwords/vision
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children who are blind or low vision from birth to school entry
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Notes:
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French reception, programs, publications, and website * Cultural interpretation available upon request
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Area Served:
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Eastern Ontario
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Last Updated:
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8/1/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210810
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