If you need skills training or other local services, please contact New Vision for Independence at 352-607-7607. Visit newvisionfl.org
Breakdown of New Vision for Independence Activities and Audio File
Facebook Page: The Villages Visually Impaired Persons Support Group. Call Bill Hall for more info: 352-661-5066
VISION SERVICES AND AIDS:
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Low Vision Evaluation & Rehabilitation:
Dr. Brandon La: 630 607 7607 bla@crmd.net
Low vision Aids:
Maxiaids: 800-522-6294 (to order) 631-752-0521 (for info)
LS&S: 800 468-4789. Both will send you a catalog.
The Magnification Co.– Bob Schrepfer 866-343-3395
He will come to your home. Email: magnify@tampabay.rr.com
Apple Accessibility line: 877-204-3930
Veterans with vision loss may qualify for visual aids. VIST Coordinator Ryan Peterson 352-271-6003 or email: ryan.peterson2@va.gov
Tanii Mosley (Ocala) 352-369-3320 tanii.mosley1@va.gov
United Way-352-787-7530 can help with a variety of problems.
Transportation Services
Para Transit:
Sumter County 352-568-6683
Marion County 352-620-3071
Lake County 352-742-2612
Go Go Grandparents provides transportation through Uber & Lyft for a service fee
Call:1-855-464-6872 ext.16112
Kim’s Cab: 352-239-2133
Email: Kimscab1969@icloud.com
KJs Taxi Service: 352-753-5000
OTHER SERVICES:
Prescription drugs—-some Rx’s for less money.
Northdrugstore.com or call: 866-940-3784
Computer Technician: Jon Townsend 352-250-1686
He has experience with Jaws (Windows only) and low-vision software.
Rustic Perfection Mobile hair salon: 352-255-5653
GENERAL ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS:
Adult Watch—The Villages Community Watch will call you daily.
Contact Debbie to find out how the program works: 352-753-0550
Operation Home Bound North Lade Presbyterian Church offers meals for those in need at a nominal cost. 352-753-8484
Eldercare.acl.gov or 1-800-677-1116
TLC Counseling: call Pat Hayes 352-322-0576
TLC-services.org
Dial #211: for resource information 24 hours a day
Seniors vs. Crime –For advice and assistance:
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office —352-689-4600 ext. 4606
Marion County Sheriff’s Office —352-753-7775
Fruitland Park Police Dept. Annex (Lady Lake) 352-674-1882
Wildwood Police Dept. Annex (Brownwood) 352-753-0727
Caring Neighbors
Provides volunteer services (including rides) for those in need living in these Villages:
Founder of Caring Neighbors: Anne Bosler 352-674-9022
*Amelia 352-593-9559
*Ashland 352-247-4552
*Buttonwood 352-531-5990
*DeLuna-Marsh Bend 352-340-3079
*Fenny area 352-459-8658
*Hadley 352-431-0104
*Polo Ridge 352-673-0360
*Hemingway 352-358-7090
*Summerhill 352-255-3304
*Tall Trees 352-425-5860
*Santo Domingo 321-430-8711
These are suggested resources and NOT endorsements.