Sight Loss Support Groups in English and Spanish From Vision Resource Center

The Vision Resource Center of Berks County runs two monthly support groups for people who are blind or have vision loss, one in English and one for people who feel more comfortable in the Spanish speaking community. The Sight Loss Support Group offers support and problem-solving, and meetings are designed to discuss the latest technology and medical breakthroughs that may be of interest to the people attending. It is open to individuals who are blind or are visually impaired and their family members, friends, and caregivers. The Spanish Speaking Sight Loss group is for people within Berks County who are blind or have vision loss, and it meets to discuss problems and possible solutions for difficulties they are having dealing with everyday life with their visual impairment.

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Both groups meet monthly. The page does not give the meeting days, times or locations, so ask when you call.

For someone new, there are two steps to get started: schedule an intake appointment, and sign a release form for a copy of the most recent vision report. If you or your loved one qualifies, referrals and services can be put in place.

The Vision Resource Center is at 2020 Hampden Blvd, Reading, PA 19604, and the phone number is (610) 375-8407. The office is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and closed Friday through Sunday.

The page does not say whether there is any cost to take part, so ask when you call. The center has served people with vision impairment and blindness for over 96 years, with help for daily activities, safe travel and support groups.

Source: vrcberks.org/support-services, read September 18, 2026.

The details

Call(610) 375-8407Hours Monday thru Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday thru Sunday: ClosedEnglish, Spanish
Who it’s for
This meeting is open to individuals who are blind or are visually impaired and their family members, friends, and caregivers.
Area: Berks CountyFamilies, People with disabilities
CostNot stated on their site.
How to apply
If you or your loved one qualifies, referrals and services can be put in place. Two steps to get started: Schedule an intake appointment Sign a release form for a copy of the most recent vision report
What to bring
  • Sign a release form for a copy of the most recent vision report
When
Meets Monthly
Where2020 Hampden Boulevard, Reading, PA 19604Get directions →More in Reading
CheckedChecked September 18, 2026

In Vision Resource Center of Berks County’s words

Sight Loss Support Group Provide support and problem-solving for clients. This meeting is designed to discuss the latest technology and medical breakthroughs that may be of interest to the attendees. This meeting is open to individuals who are blind or are visually impaired and their family members, friends, and caregivers. Spanish Speaking Sight Loss Provide support for those within Berks County who are blind or have vision loss that feel more comfortable within the Spanish speaking community.…

Organization

Vision Resource Center of Berks County

About this listing

This listing summarizes publicly available information from vrcberks.org/support-services. Last recorded review: September 18, 2026. Contact the provider to confirm eligibility, hours and availability before you go. If something here is wrong, tell us.

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