This page provides information on major resources that can help shorten the research time for blind services.
VA Resources
Veteran Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Available 24/7 if you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with qualified responders right a way!
Directory to all Florida VAMC hospitals link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 Facilities in Florida - Locations
National VIST (Visual Impairment Service Team) directory link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 VIST_Location.xlsx
Florida VA Blind Rehabilitation Center info: Ph: 1-561-422-8426 or 1-561-422-8427
West Palm Beach VAMC
7305 Military Trail
West Palm Beach, FL 33410
State Resources
Florida Division of Blind Services link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page
Florida Braille & Talking Books Library (BARD) information: Ph: 1-800-226-6075 or 1-386-239-6000
421 Platt St.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
BVA Resources
Blinded Veterans Association website: www.bva.org
BVA link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 Blinded Veterans Association
National BVA charter link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 https://bva.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/BVA-Charter.pdf
National BVA bylaws link: ppleTypeServicesppleTypeServicesF2293774 Bylaws – Blinded Veterans Association
Blinded Veterans Association HQ phone number: 1-800-669-7079