Social Work Services

The Social Work Department assists UEC patients in a variety of ways, including:

• Completing needs assessment with patients to understand patient needs and to provide referral
• Providing patients with referrals to community resources
• Collaborating with optometrists and medical providers or educational services
• Providing patients and family members with support services, including referrals for counseling
• Offering support groups for the UEC community for: those with brain injuries, those with vision loss, and caregivers/loved one
• Offering periodic workshops for the UEC community and the public

Resources

Transportation

Access-A-Ride
Learn more about Access-A-Ride

NYS Medicaid Transportation – MAS
Visit Medical Answering Services

Disability Benefits

Apply for Federal Disability Benefits
Learn about federal disability benefits

Accessibility Support Lines for Devices

Apple Accessibility Support
1-877-204-3930

Samsung Accessibility Support
1-972-761-7123

Google Accessibility Support
1-650-417-9257

Free Apps

Be My Eyes
Connects blind and low-vision users to volunteers for real-time visual assistance.
Learn more about Be My Eyes

Libby
Borrow e-books, audiobooks, and magazines from public libraries.
Learn more about Libby

Pillo
Medication management and reminder app.
Learn more about Pillo

Disclaimer

The apps listed above are examples of free, publicly available accessibility tools and are not an exhaustive list. SUNY College of Optometry does not endorse or receive any compensation from these or any other app developer, and their inclusion here does not reflect a recommendation over other free alternatives available on the App Store or Google Play.

The resources listed on this page, including manufacturer accessibility support lines, third-party mobile applications, and links to government programs, are provided for informational purposes only, as a convenience to students, patients, and the public.

SUNY College of Optometry does not endorse, sponsor, or receive any compensation or other benefit from any company, product, or organization referenced on this page. SUNY College of Optometry does not control and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability, or accessibility of any external website, application, or hotline listed here.

Users should independently verify current information, including costs, features, and eligibility requirements, directly with the provider before relying on it.

Questions?

For questions, ask for the Social Work Department on the following number. Call: 212-938-4001

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