Who we serve
Freedom Guide Dogs is proud and honored to serve the following deserving individuals and helps provide Freedom to those who need it most.
The Blind or Visually Impaired
We serve legally blind or visually impaired individuals who reside along the East Coast of the United States. We serve these deserving individuals in the comfort of their Hometown through our distinctive “Hometown Training Program”
Those with Special Needs
Individuals who qualify for our Special Needs Program are those who reside along the East Coast of the United States and are legally blind or visually impaired who have an additional disability aside from being blind. This disability can be physical or neurological and in some cases cognitively challenged.
Veterans
Veterans who have served and are legally blind or visually impaired qualify for our Veterans Program. The Veterans we serve may reside anywhere within the United States. We are proud and honored to serve those who have served our Country
To qualify for a Freedom Guide Dog you must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Be legally blind
- Reside along the East Coast (Maine to Florida, Pennsylvania included)
- If you are a legally blind veteran you may reside anywhere within the lower 48
- Have completed Formal Orientation & Mobility Training
- Walk at least a mile a day
- Be financially able to care for the dog once the dog is placed with you. (Food, annual vet visits, grooming, etc.)
If you feel you meet the requirements and would like to apply for a Freedom Guide Dog you may apply online clicking the link below. If you would like an application mailed to you please give us a call at the office today. (315) 822-5132
If you have any questions, concerns or would like additional information on our Guide Dog Program please give us a call. (315) 822-5132
Our Mission
Freedom Guide Dogs is dedicated and passionate about providing blind and visually impaired individuals with trained guide dogs at no cost to the recipient. We provide another pair of eyes for those who can not see through a distinctive program called Hometown Training.
