Guide Dog Services
"I was walking down King William Street by myself, for the first time in years...with a dog! It was then I realised that he was a living, breathing, thinking mobility aid...and with the help of Guide Dogs SA.NT - the key to my independence and freedom."
Bob, Guide Dog Services Client
THE ULTIMATE MOBILITY AID
Guide Dogs are a safe and effective way for people who are blind or vision impaired to travel independently.
They assist a client to locate destinations, avoid obstacles and stop at kerbs. They give their users confidence and companionship.
GUIDE DOGS WELCOME EVERYWHERE
Guide Dogs are welcomed everywhere in public, including:
- All public transport, such as buses, taxis, trains and planes
- Restaurants
- Shopping centres
- Cinemas.
GUIDE DOG ELIGIBILITY
Always provided free to individuals with vision impairment
Anyone who is blind or vision impaired can apply for a Guide Dog. Each application is assessed by an internationally qualified Guide Dog mobility instructor.
If assessed as suitable, the client will be matched as soon as possible to a fully trained Guide Dog.
TRAINING
The client will progressively develop the skills and confidence they need to work successfully with their Guide Dog, with the support of an instructor, who will also provide ongoing training and advice throughout the average 8 to 10-year working life of each Guide Dog.
APPLY FOR A GUIDE DOG
Please fill in the online inquiry form or call us on 1800 738 855 if you would like to find out more information on applying for a Guide Dog.
