Encouraging Independence with Dignity for 48 Years

The Center for the Visually Impaired is Georgia's largest comprehensive, fully accredited, private facility providing rehabilitation services for individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Since 1962, the Center has grown to serve as a model of innovative services for people who have a wide range of vision impairments from low vision to total blindness.

The mission of the Center for the Visually Impaired is to empower people impacted by vision loss to live with independence and dignity.

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CBS Atlanta - STARS camp buddy

CNN - BEGIN Opera performance

CNN - BEGIN at the Circus

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WXIA-11 Alive News - CVI clients navigating Hartsfield Jackson Airport

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CVI students enjoy a backstage look at the Atlanta Opera!

This was one of many special field trips BEGIN and STARS students take throughout the year. These unique experiences allow them to attempt new challenges and believe in their own potential.

If you would like to contribute to make field trips like this one possible in the future, please contact Karen Perry, vice president for development, at 404-875-9011.