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Dog Guides | Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
Resource Name:Dog Guides | Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
address
371 East Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787-2976
Eligibility
Individuals who are legally blind or visually impaired with a need for a guide dog
Required documents
Medical report completed by a primary health care physician
Ophthalmologist's report
Orientation and mobility professional's report
Mental Health Report
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CDT
Website
https://www.GuideDog.orgLanguages
Spanish, English
Application process
(1) Visit www.GuideDog.org for more information on the program (2) Click on the "Apply Now" button from the "Get a Guide Dog" page to begin your application process online (3) The application can also be printed and faxed to the number provided (4) Call 631-930-9070 to have a team member walk you through the online application (5) Braille applications are available upon request (6) Once the application is submitted, a field service representative will follow up with each applicant within 5 days to conduct a phone or in-person interview (7) Submit or bring required documents (8) Attend in-person classes with dog, which will require 9-18 months of training before the 2-week in-person classes with client
Fees
No Fees
Service area
All ZIP Codes, All States
Provides guide dogs and training for free to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, including veterans, who seek enhanced mobility and independence.
Date of Last Formal Update
09/18/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
What's Here
Providing organization
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
Provides guide dogs and training for free to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, including veterans, who seek enhanced mobility and independence.