Our Services

We focus on building skills that enhance independent living and improve the quality of life for people with vision loss. We customise each rehabilitative training programme to fit diverse lifestyles, varying degrees of vision loss, and all age groups.

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Close-up photo of a GDS client using a white cane to navigate tactile markers on an MRT platform.

Orientation and Mobility

This training is crucial for people with vision loss as it enables them to stay mobile and active, learning essential skills and techniques for safe travel independently or with their caregivers. The training covers the use of mobility aids such as the white cane, as well as technology, mental mapping, and the use of other senses.

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Guide Dogs

This is another form of mobility aid for people with vision loss. We train guide dogs and match them carefully with suitable clients.

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Independent Living Skills

We empower our clients to independently perform essential daily tasks such as personal care and meal preparation, whether at home or in the community. This reduces their reliance on others for assistance.

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Accessibility and Technology

We offer customised one-to-one training sessions tailored to meet the specific learning goals and requirements of each client. In addition, our workshops cover a variety of topics designed to accommodate users with varying levels of technological proficiency

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Who We Support

  • People Experiencing Vision Loss
    People who are blind or have some form of vision impairment, which refers to a reduced ability to see that cannot be corrected by usual means such as glasses.

  • White Cane Users
    White cane: This mobility aid enables individuals with vision loss to detect obstacles and trvael safely.

    Symbol/ID cane: In contrast to the white cane, this shorter cane is typically held across the body rather than placed on the ground. It serves as a visual identification, indicating that the person using it has some form of visual impairment.

  • Guide Dog Users
    Those with vision loss who rely on guide dogs as a form of mobility aid.

  • GDS Staff Teaching Visually Impaired Client Gerald how to cut vegetables
  • A vision-impaired man walking up the staircase holding a white cane
  • Hong Sen walking on the pavement with his guide dog Clare wearing a working harness beside him

Client-Centric Activities

  • GDS clients and student volunteers posing for a photo with a peace sign.
  • GDS clients and volunteers sitting in kayaks, posing for a group photo.
  • GDS client and a student volunteer feeding a horse.
  • A GDS client and a student volunteer cutting vegetables together.

We organise regular recreational workshops to enrich the lives of our clients. Encouraging them to practice mobility skills outside their homes boosts their confidence through positive experiences. These events also create opportunities for clients to forge new friendships based on shared interests and support each other through learning and social interaction.

Outreach & Advocacy

The blind and vision impaired community is under-represented in Singapore. As part of our outreach and advocacy efforts, we aim to create an inclusive and supportive environment where they have equal opportunities in employment and social engagement.

Our approach includes conducting tailored staff training and educational sessions with diverse community partners, such as government agencies, transport companies, schools, social service organisations, and medical/allied health professionals.

Furthermore, we provide consultancy services to companies interested in hiring individuals with vision loss or enhancing accessibility in their digital platforms

  • guide dog user sharing her journey of vision loss with a group of preschoolers.
  • An educator wearing a blindfold and using a white cane, being guided by another educator for sighted assistance.
  • GDS IT trainer is showing a participant how to use the assistive features on an iPad.
  • Group photo of NLB staff, GDS staff and guide dog Clare. Everyone is standing close together and posing for the camera

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Testimonials

Dawn Sim, long-time supporter of GDS squatting beside GDS Client Hong Sen and his guide dog.

Dawn Sim, Long-time supporter of GDS
My support for Guide Dogs Singapore comes from the desire to help make a difference to somebody else’s life

Lionel Tan, a GDS Client sitting down with instructor holding a document

Lionel Tan
A part-time student and gainfully employed

Mr Ng Cheng Teck smiling on a MRT setting with Cheryl Yeo, Orientation & Mobility Specialist

Ng Cheng Teck
I can go out and go home on my own, no more restrictions!

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White Cane User Annie Walking on Pavement Guided by GDS Staff

Orientation & Mobility

Hong Sen walking on the pavement with his guide dog Clare wearing a working harness beside him

For People With Vision Loss

Vision-impaired man confidently crossing a zebra crossing with his trusted guide dog by his side.

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Corporate Partners

We invite you to collaborate with us in supporting the blind and vision impaired community in Singapore through various impactful initiatives. Together, we can foster a more inclusive society for all.

Our Partners

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