Other low vision services
Watch the MDNZ Low Vision Services video here.
This video describes and demonstrates the many low vision optical aids available which can assist with everyday tasks around the home.
These organisations provide a range of low vision services and aids to help you
Blind Low Vision NZ
BLVNZ is a registered charity providing practical and emotional support for Kiwis who are blind or have low vision, helping them face the future with confidence and live a life without limits.
Phone
0800 24 33 33
Web
www.blindlowvisionnz.org.nz
Email
generalenquiries@blindlowvisionnz.org.nz
Sight Support Trust
Contact for peer support and information about interventions for the prevention and management of all age related eye disorders.
Phone
0800 55 55 77
Web
www.sightsupport.org.nz
Glaucoma NZ
Glaucoma NZ is a registered charity aiming to save sight and eliminate blindness from glaucoma in New Zealand.
Phone
0800 453 826
Web
www.glaucoma.org.nz
Email
info@glaucoma.org.nz
Humanware
Humanware provide a range of advanced electronic magnifiers, Braille products, and digital talking book players that help people with blindness and low vision achieve independence.
Phone
0508 22 55 73
Web
www.humanware.com/en-new_zealand
Email
sales@vahumanware.co.nz
University of Auckland Optometry Clinic
This university teaching clinic offers personalised low‑vision care and a wide range of aids to help make daily tasks easier and improve quality of life. Ask for a Low Vision Examination when booking your appointment.
Phone
09 923 9909
Web
www.optometryclinics.auckland.ac.nz
Email
graftonclinic@auckland.ac.nz
Retina NZ
Retina NZ is a charitable organisation offering support and education to people with retinal degenerative diseases.
Phone
0800 569 849
Web
www.retina.org.nz
Email
admin@retina.org.nz
Kāpō Māori Aotearoa New Zealand
A membership organisation open to all people (Māori and non-Māori), Kāpō Māori Aotearoa aims to improve the well-being of members by providing support, advice and activities that provide self-advocacy, self-awareness and self-determination.
Phone
0800 770 990
Web
www.kapomaori.com
Email
info@kapomaori.org.nz
The following two overseas charitable organisations have comprehensive websites.
Macular Disease Foundation of Australia www.mdfoundation.com.au
Macular Disease Society of UK www.macularsociety.org