About us
The Vision Technology Service is a Regional Assessment Centre for High Technology Vision Aids for the Assistive Devices Program, a funding program run by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Who's eligible
All Ontario residents with long term visual impairment that is significantly impairing their ability to perform common, regular, every day, age-related visual tasks (i.e. corrected vision in the range of 20/70).
Services
Assistive devices program
Is your vision making reading and writing challenging? We can help find the right vision solution for home, school, and community:
- Assessment by an occupational therapist - Equipment trial including CCTVs, computers, tablets, and specialized low vision devices - Strategies on using technology - Application for funding from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Assistive Devices Program for eligible equipment
Cost
Assessment fee is $100 for ADP eligible clients and 100% funded if client receives social assistance.
Access this program
- Download the referral form
- Bring it to your eye doctor to fill out
- Email or fax it back to us at vts@ocadu.caor 416-977-9844
Employment accomodation services
Do you need accommodations at work? We can help find appropriate accommodations to remove barriers in the workplace:
- Assessment for individuals with visual, physical, and multiple impairments
- Job-site assessment to evaluate workplace environment and job duties
- Off-site assessment for equipment trial and compatibility testing
- Ergonomic and adaptive technology solutions
Cost
Hourly rate of $140.00 / hour for assessment, research and documentation.
Access this program
- Download the referral form
- Bring it to your eye doctor to fill out
- Email or fax it back to us at vts@ocadu.caor 416-977-9844
Join our mailing list to stay updated
Join our mailing list for community announcement about things such as:
- Funding updates
- Vision loss information
- New services and opportunities
Contact Vision Technology Service
You can contact Vision Technology Services through email at vts@ocadu.ca, or by telephone at (416) 977-6000 ext 3967.