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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Maj. Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Blind Rehabilitation Center

General Information

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Maj. Charles R. Soltes, Jr., O.D. Blind Rehabilitation Center
5901 E 7th St
VA Long Beach Health Care System
Building 166
Long Beach, CA 90822
562-826-8000

Brief Description

This organization serves U.S. Veterans and active duty personnel.

Services Offered

  • Low Vision Services
    • Following comprehensive evaluation, Veterans are provided and trained to use various optical aids that may help in making optimum use of remaining vision.

  • Daily Living Skills/Independent Living Skills Training
    • Veterans learn adaptive skills for self-care, home maintenance, meal preparation and other daily living activities.

  • Computer Training/Assistive Technology
    • Offers computer access training.

  • Health
    • Nursing staff provide Veterans with health education and medication management training.

  • Recreation Services
    • Recreation therapy activities, including community outings,are provided to improve and enrich independence and quality of life.

  • Travel/Orientation and Mobility
    • Orientation and mobility training is offered to promote safe and independent travel in a variety of travel environments. Related programs include advanced wayfinding and power mobility training.