Ring the above number, or 0800 24 33 33 for information about services, to enrol as new members, to order Talking Books etc.
RNZFB offers a craft group; training; education and support for blind persons and their families.
Ph. 355 8381- News ‘phone – this service has recorded extracts from newspapers, read by volunteers.
Approved agent to distribute TOTAL MOBILITY VOUCHERS for taxis.
Low vision aids are widely available through the Blind Foundations online equipment shop. The Foundation has a shop in Christchurch and holds days when you can try out equipment. Phone the shop on 03 375 4300 for more information.
To find out more about the Guide Dog Service, or becoming a puppy walker, contact the Royal New Zealand Foundationof the Blind, Guide Dog Services, Private Bag 94002, Manukau 2241, telephone 09 269 0400, Fax 09 267 0957, email: gds@rnzfb.org.nz, or visit the website: www.rnzfb.org.nz.
To become a puppy sponsor, make a donation or leave a bequest ring toll free 0800 243 333. Volunteers can help train tomorrow’s guide dogs by becoming puppy walkers in the Guide Dog Puppy Development in Christchurch – Ph 375 4300.