Guide Dogs Victoria

Guide Dogs Victoria is a not-for-profit that supports people with low vision or blindness by providing trained guide dogs alongside practical mobility and independence services. They operate puppy-raising and volunteer programs that nurture future guide dogs, run guide dog training and matching to create strong handler-dog partnerships, and provide therapy dog services to support wellbeing. Beyond dogs themselves, the organisation offers tailored mobility training, assistive-technology support, and specialised programs for children, teenagers, adults and seniors to help people build confidence and move about independently. Families and carers can access resources and training, and professionals such as educators and health workers can get referrals and support to connect people with the right services. Guide Dogs Victoria also offers funding guidance (including pathways such as NDIS support) and runs community fundraising and engagement to sustain its services. Friendly and community-focused, their approach combines personalised training, volunteer involvement in raising puppies, and advocacy to help Victorians with vision impairment gain greater mobility, independence and social inclusion.