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Program:
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George and Judy Woo Centre for Sight Enhancement and Low Vision Service
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Phone Numbers:
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519-888-4708
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Fax:
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519-746-2337
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Address:
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Waterloo Eye Institute
200 University Ave W
Waterloo, ON
N2L 3G1
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Street
Address:
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419 Philip St, Unit C
Waterloo
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Intersection:
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Phillip St and Columbia St W
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Location:
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Waterloo
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon, Fri 8am-4:30pm * Tue-Thu 8am-6pm
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Service Description:
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Supports for people who are experiencing vision loss that cannot be corrected by glasses, contact lenses, or surgery * services include vision assessments, vision aids and counselling
Services:- eye exams and visual field testing for the Ministry of Transportation's Vision Waiver Program
- assess eligibility and provide prescription, fitting, and training for individuals pursuing bioptic driving
- vision assessment, treatment plans, assistive device training
- individual and family counselling for people adapting to vision loss
- referrals to government programs and other resources; coordination with external health-care providers
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Fees:
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$240 * coverage usually provided if receiving Ontario Disability Support Program and Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Program
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Ages 3 and up whose vision cannot be fully corrected through glasses, contact lenses or surgery and who is struggling with tasks such as reading, writing and using the computer.
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpreters can be arranged by the clinic
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Area Served:
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Waterloo and area
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Last Updated:
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6/8/2026
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=208469
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