The Lighthouse of Houston’s health services include a Low Vision Clinic, Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Orientation and Mobility (O&M), and Behavioral Health. Our licensed staff provides personalized one-on-one counseling and we offer complimentary support groups. Our Low Vision Clinic is staffed by three industry-leading, highly qualified, optometrists ensuring that clients will receive the highest level of quality care, the latest in low vision research, and educational resources. Our O&M and ADL programs empower individuals who are blind or low vision to navigate their environment and perform daily tasks independently using cane skills, protective techniques, and assistive technology.
Our Low Vision Clinic offers a full range of services to people with low vision, including comprehensive low vision exams, personalized care and therapy, one-on-one assistance with vision rehabilitation exercises and adaptive aids, and the latest in adaptive technology.
Patients must have a referring physician along with a diagnosis of low vision before scheduling an appointment at the Low Vision Clinic.
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Low Vision Diplomate and Low Vision Optometrist
Low Vision Diplomate and Low Vision Optometrist
Low Vision Optometrist
We are excited to introduce our new Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Orientation and Mobility (O&M) programs, designed to empower individuals who are blind or low vision. Our specialist will teach these individuals how to navigate their environment using their current eyesight, and will provide instruction on cane skills, protective techniques, and the use of assistive technology (AT). Our services include ADL and O&M instruction to individuals of all ages, and are designed to be family-oriented. We welcome both individuals and groups/families to participate, fostering a bridge of knowledge and support. For the time being, these services will be offered complimentary.
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“Taking care of your mental health while you are going through the adjustment to vision loss is very important and will help you better cope with your loss and learn ways of doing things. Your life may have been changed forever because of your vision loss, but counseling can help you understand that your life is definitely not over.” – Melinda B. Benjumea, LPC
Mental health is often impacted when a person loses their vision. Our licensed staff specialize in the treatment of various mental health concerns associated with vision loss, including depression, anxiety, stress, anger issues, family issues, relationship issues, and many others. We provide one-on-one counseling to individuals, family members and caregivers impacted by a loved one’s vision loss.
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We offer two complimentary support groups, Behavioral Health and Diabetes Education. The purpose of these support groups is to create a safe space for people to connect and provide a community of resources.
The Behavioral Health support group is for people who are blind or low vision, their families and/or caregivers. This group covers various mental health topics adapted to those with vision loss. We also provide a network of support for people who otherwise would feel isolated and alone. We discuss the grief process of adjustment to blindness, and group members offer tips, encouragement and resources from their own experiences to those who are newly blind. We also cover topics such as, depression, anxiety, anger, communication, self-care and more. Questions and comments are always encouraged. It is a wonderful “first step” for a person who has lost his/her vision.
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Our diabetes support group focuses on various health topics related to diabetes. Learn about educational resources and make new connections with people who will understand the challenges of managing diabetes, and will provide companionship and emotional support in a caring environment.
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