Organization
Vision Ireland
Vision Ireland (formerly NCBI, National Council for the Blind of Ireland) is Ireland's leading charity for people experiencing sight loss, providing rehabilitation, assistive technology, employment support, and early childhood intervention since 1931. The organisation rebranded from NCBI to Vision Ireland in November 2023 to reflect its inclusive mission.
About
Founded in 1931 and rebranded as Vision Ireland in November 2023, this organisation is headquartered in Drumcondra, Dublin 9. It serves more than 55,000 people with sight loss across Ireland and has provided services for nearly a century.
What They Do
Vision Ireland provides rehabilitation training, assistive technology advice and training, low-vision solutions, counselling, employment support, and early intervention services for children with visual impairments from birth. The organisation campaigns for accessible environments and inclusive policy throughout Ireland.
Who They Serve
Vision Ireland serves blind and partially sighted people of all ages across Ireland — from infants at its Early Learning Centre through to older adults experiencing age-related sight loss — as well as their families, carers, and professionals in the field.
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