Nonprofit Will Help Ridgewood Residents To See Better June 19

Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey, one of the longest-serving nonprofits for adults with vision loss, is hosting an open house this month to showcase its Better Health and Wellness programs at the Ridgewood Village Hall.

Between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Monday, June 19, guests are invited to sample a range of therapeutic classes designed to help adults who lose their sight lead rich, fulfilling lives. Yoga, Fit & Balance, Horticultural Therapy, Healing through Drumming, are among the courses offered. All are widely accepted as healing arts by the medical profession and support both physical and emotional health and feelings of well-being.

Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey, formerly NJ Foundation for the Blind, recently relocated its Bergen County classes to the Ridgewood Village Hall at 131 North Maple Avenue to improve access for participants. Classes meet in the first floor senior lounge.

Vision Loss Alliance offers a continuum of programs that address each stage of adjustment to vision loss in a friendly, supportive environment. To register for one of the open houses, or if you have questions, call 973-627-0055, ext. 312 or email programs@vlanj.org.

Photo Caption: Instructor Peggy Kane (right) teaches Dee Eliassen of Ridgewood how to use the Pen Friend Voice Labeling System at Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey’s program in Ridgewood.

ABOUT VISION LOSS ALLIANCE OF NEW JERSEY

Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey is a 501(c)(3) that provides practical training and emotional support to help those who have experienced profound vision loss regain self-esteem and self-reliance. Since its founding in 1943, Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey has used a holistic approach to empower those with profound vision loss to live engaged, productive and independent lives. Go to vlanj.org for more information.