Emotional and Wellness Support

CNIB Foundation Alberta and Northwest Territories

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Description
Provides supportive programs for individuals with vision loss.

Service offers:

  • referral to peer support groups with people who understand the impact of vision loss
  • confidential and immediate support through CNIB Helpline
  • Vision Mate program connecting to a volunteer trained to provide assistance
  • counselling services through CNIB or recommended community resources
  • opportunities to take part in community leisure, recreation, and social programs
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • individuals affected by vision loss
Application Process
Service Access: See below, To access service:
  • contact for details

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Toll Free
1-800-563-2642
Web Site
http://www.cnib.ca
Email
alberta@cnib.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - There are two public entrances, facing south and west. Building entrances are wheelchair accessible and feature automatic door openers. Washrooms, offices and elevator are wheelchair accessible.
Other disabled access: Yes - Designed specifically for people with vision loss; special lighting/windows treated with tint; wall moulding/color contrasted; tactile flooring/carpeting; color contrast; large print/braille buttons in elevator; audio; dog run.
Topic(s)
Last Verified On
February 8, 2023
Address
10 11 A Street NE
Calgary, AB, T2E 4Z3
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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Tue
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Wed
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Thu
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Fri
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM

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