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We Believe in Your Child's Potential

We provide early intervention services to children who are blind or have low vision, helping your child gain independence and unlocking their true potential.

We Believe in Your Child's Potential

We provide early intervention services to children who are blind or have low vision, helping your child gain independence and unlocking their true potential.

We provide early intervention and educational support for all of Kentucky and Indiana!

VIPS provides early intervention services to Kentucky and Indiana's youngest children with blindness or low vision. Services include evaluations, in-home visits, and access to resources that help parents and caregivers better understand and support their child. Contact us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the many programs and services we offer.

Or give us a call at (888) 636-8477.

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We provide early intervention services for all of Kentucky and Indiana!

VIPS provides early intervention services to Kentucky and Indiana's youngest children with blindness or low vision. Services include evaluations, in-home visits, and access to resources that help parents and caregivers better understand and support their child. Contact us to learn more about how you can take advantage of the many programs and services we offer.

Or give us a call at (888) 636-8477.

VIPS services help parents and caregivers navigate the unknown

"I remember when we were first told about visual therapy for our daughter, Brynn. I had never heard of it! I remember thinking to myself, this is a thing, how does this help? Boy, was I wrong! Being with Ms. Sheila only a few times has impacted our girl so much! She has guided us in ways to help Brynn focus and teaches us ways to help her vision improve! We have found fun toys that she sees better, and backlighting things in the room to help her too. We are blown away by her progress already! It was a beautiful moment when I saw Brynn turn her head to look at me and smile. I thought my heart might stop. I was so excited! Never take for granted those moments. We also are always reminded that our kids can do anything, and to always believe they can do more! "

-Brooke, Mom to Brynn

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A VIPS Community Newsletter

Mirielle is wearing her red glasses and sitting in her mother's lap.

Milestone Monday — Mirielle

May 11, 2026

Mirielle is demonstrating improved tolerance for wearing her glasses following adjustments made to her band by Mom and VIPS DI…

Graphic with details about the Cookout for the Crusade

Join Us for the 2026 Cookout for the Crusade

May 7, 2026

DATE: Monday, June 1, 2026TIME: 11 am to 1 pmLOCATION: VIPS, 1906 Goldsmith Lane, Louisville, Kentucky Please join us for…

Wilder, wearing red prescription sunglasses, is sitting on a bench in the park and smiling for the camera.

Wilder Gets the Visual Support He Needs from VIPS and PDS Optical

May 7, 2026

Bethany, A VIPS mom, recently shared Wilder’s story with us as he is soon aging out of our program, where…

Feeling This Life Season 5 Episode 9 graphic with a photo of hosts Paige Maynard, Jenny Castenir, and Dr. Cathy Smyth.

Podcast: Listener Q&A with Your Hosts

May 4, 2026

In this episode, we answer listener questions from families and professionals supporting children who are blind or have low vision.…

Elliot is smiling while wearing his glasses and interacting with his light box.

Milestone Monday — Elliot

May 4, 2026

During a recent visit with Miss Julia, Elliott wore his glasses for most of the visit and started tracking items…

GE volunteers fill the conference room and assemble thank you cards.

GE’s IT Department Volunteer at VIPS

April 28, 2026

Last week, our friends from GE’s IT Department stopped by and made donor cards using the brailler and craft materials.…

Who We Are

We empower a young child with blindness or low vision to navigate their world and gain independence.

Why is early intervention so critically important?

Child smiling at camera while sitting in wheelchair with tray and toy.

DID YOU KNOW?

80% of what a child learns
is through their vision.

90% of brain development occurs before age 5.

How does your donation benefit a child who is blind or has low vision?

$25

covers braille books, large print books, and other early literacy tools

$100

supports a training session for a teacher who works directly with children

$350

delivers two early intervention visits to a child

$500

ensures a successful transition into the child's next educational setting

Your donation directly impacts the lives of children who are blind or have low vision in Kentucky and Indiana.

Our Mission

VIPS empowers families by providing educational excellence to young children with blindness or low vision in order to build a strong foundation for reaching their highest potential.

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