American Lake Rehab Center

[Eric_M]

I am heading for the American Lake Blind rehab center in the next few weeks.

Has anyone been there?

Sounds like a great program, but very little information about what's there, besides the official VA info.

Any info would be helpfull, reassuring.

Thanks....Eric

[Pete53]

I have not been there but wanted to bump your question.

[Eric_M]

thanks Pete!

[rthomass]

One bump deserves another.

[Eric_M]

Just got back from American Lake blind rehab. It sounds like there are a bunch of similar clinics around the country.

I was there for 2 weeks, very short stay. The average stay is approx 6 weeks. This is an inpatient program, one on one instruction. The work with all levels of vision loss. All different areas of training, from visual skills to mobility & computer training.

The good = excellent training, caring staff, lots of good equipment to make life easier when you get hom.

The bad = in-patient living isn't very exciting. Being away from home for weeks is also a challenge.

Overall, great experience. I would encourage those with vision loss to go.

Any questions.....drop me a note.....Eric

[Pete53]

Thanks Eric