Youth Programs at CABVI
Along with our outpatient programs, CABVI offers a range of residential youth programs throughout the year.
These programs provide hands-on experience and personal development opportunities for children and teens with vision loss.
Some areas we cover include orientation and mobility, vision rehabilitation therapy, occupational therapy, adaptive technology training, social work, fitness, recreation, nutrition, and more.
We can also develop tailored plans based on individual needs and goals.
All of these programs take place at CABVI’s Vision Health and Wellness Center, located at 408 Elizabeth St. in Utica.
Function Better
For children ages 9 -13
Function Better is a hands-on learning experience focused on developing independent living skills.
Learn to use assistive technology to create a grocery list, research restaurants, and enjoy movie nights. With the help of CABVI Mobility Instructors, students also learn to navigate public transportation on both a city bus and train.
During this week of learning, students enjoy fun adaptive sports and recreation activities.
For more information, contact Rehabilitation Services Case Manager, Al Hodkinson, at alexh@cabvi.org.
Pre-Vocational Training
For teens 13 - 17
This program helps teens prepare for college, vocational training, or the workforce.
The CABVI team works with each group on organization, time management, planning and prioritization, defining goals, and other skills that will set participants up for success!
After the work is done each day, participants can enjoy pool parties, cooking and baking classes, movie and game nights, and learn about the newest assistive technology.
For more information, contact Rehabilitation Employment Supervisor, Laura Yakey, at lauray@cabvi.org.
Just for Fun
Come experience CABVI’s newest creative program!
Try out leisure pursuits like gardening, yoga, cooking, chess, creative writing, dance, and much more.
Each experience in this weekend-long program is tailored to learning new lifelong skills and having fun together.
For more information, reach out to Adaptive Sports and Recreation Manager, Dylan Drexler, at dyland@cabvi.org.
Help Your Child Thrive
CABVI's residential youth programs address individual needs to foster independence and growth.