Ophthalmology Resources for Families
Whether it’s a congenital eye condition that your child was born with or an eye condition you get later as an adult, our Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology knows that information is one of the best tools we have to improve the quality of life for our patients. We also know that these tools are most effective when the entire family can use them.
In addition to providing top ophthalmological diagnoses and treatment, education and support are important ways to help your family live their healthiest, happiest life. These resources provide information for many things, from childhood blindness to adult strabismus, as well as local support you can find for your child and family.
Anchor Center
The Anchor Center is a non-profit organization in Colorado providing services to blind children during their most formative years of development including early intervention, special education, developmental assessment, therapy, supportive family engagement and coaching.
American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. Their mission is to protect sight and serve as an advocate for patients and the public through leading ophthalmic education, supporting research and advancing the profession of ophthalmology.
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) strives to advance the quality of children's eye care, support the training of pediatric ophthalmologists, support research activities in pediatric ophthalmology and advance the care of adults with strabismus.
Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
The Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind is located in Colorado Springs. They accept new students from infancy up to 21 years old and focus on early intervention, education, post-secondary education/training and career readiness.
Lighthouse Guild
The Lighthouse Guild provides medical assistance and social support to people who are blind or visually impaired so they can fulfill their goals and live with independence.
National Eye Institute
The National Eye Institute strives to eliminate vision loss and improve quality of life through vision research.
National Federation of the Blind
Through their network of blind members, the National Federation for the Blind coordinates programs, services and resources to defend the rights of blind Americans. These resources provide information and support to blind children and adults to build a community that creates a future full of opportunities.
Perkins School for the Blind
The Perkins School for the Blind provides online educational resources and advocacy tools for families of children with cortical visual impairment (CVI).
Contact the Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology
If you are looking for a specific resource for your child or need more information about our services, please call us at 720-777-2020.