Vision Mate Program and Virtual Vision Mate
Provided by: CNIB Foundation
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Service Description
Matches volunteers wth individuals who have sight loss.
- The volunteers help the individual with things such as sorting mail, reading, going for a walk, or having tea. Each person with sight loss will require help with different things.
- Virtual Vision Mate gives volunteers an opportunity to engage in friendly conversations with people who are blind or partially sighted.
Eligibility
- Individuals who are blind or partially sighted and could benefit from the help of a vision mate.
- Individuals who are sighted and would like to give back to the community.
Application Process
Call for information.
Fees
Free
Regina: 306-565-5413
Saskatoon: 306-374-4545
Toll-Free: 1-800-563-2642
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Coverage Area
Regina and Saskatoon
Languages Offered
English
CNIB – Regina
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- Children and Youth Program (2 locations)
- CNIB Card (2 locations)
- CNIB Lake Joe (2 locations)
- CNIB Learning Academy (2 locations)
- Come to Work (2 locations)
- Connecting the Dots Education, Technology & Employment Conference (2 locations)
- Culture, Sports and Recreation Programs (2 locations)
- Family Fun Days – Saskatchewan South (2 locations)
- iPhone / iPad Training Workshops (2 locations)
- Peer Support Programs (2 locations)
- Saskatchewan Advocacy Group (2 locations)
- Scholarships and Awards (2 locations)
- Shop CNIB (2 locations)
- Smart Phone Training (2 locations)
- Technology Programs (2 locations)
- The Venture Zone (2 locations)
- Unbound Book Club / Facebook Group / Podcast (2 locations)
- Vision Mate Program and Virtual Vision Mate (2 locations)
- Young Champions Program (2 locations)
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CNIB - Regina
2160 Broad Street
Regina SK S4P 1Y5 -
CNIB - Saskatoon
1149 8 Street East
Saskatoon SK S7H 0S3
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm (noon), 1:00 - 4:30 pm
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - designated parking spaces; Wheelchair access - front or side doors; Wheelchair access - washrooms; Braille signage
Fax: 306-565-3300
Toll-Free: 1-800-563-2642
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 7:30 pm Eastern
Business Line: 306-525-2571
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