V.I.P. stands for visually impaired people who are VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE. We want to provide low vision community education, assistive technology, support and mentoring.
Rehab staff goes the extra mile
V.I.P. honors physical therapist Phillip Whatley of Rehab Associates in Selma for his work in helping people get back to work and live more independent lives. Phillip goes the extra mile to motivate and rehabilitate his patients. He genuinely cares about people. He really pushes towards a goal and his staff including Eric and Carla makes sure you stay on track.
Dollar General worker cares about her V.I.P.'s
V.I.P. honors Marranda Smith at the Dollar General store located on Dallas Avenue in Selma. She always has a smile on her face and is willing to assist visually impaired customers. She has a good heart for helping people. She knows her customers and cares about their needs.
Moore Stewart Honda makes Alabama accessible to V.I.P.'s
William Bowman, V.I.P. CEO, meets with Jon Moore, owner of Moore Stewart Honda in Selma to discuss how a visually impaired customer can buy a new truck.
Moore makes it easy to make the purchase. Bowman has leased three vehicles from the local Honda store and has been satisfied with the service. Bowman says the store will even bring the vehicle to you.
La-Z-Boy sales member awarded for outstanding customer service
William Bowman, V.I.P. CEO, stopped by the La-Z-Boy Showcase in Montgomery, Ala. to test out a massage recliner. Shelia, the sales clerk, was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. V.I.P. awards her with an outstanding customer service award.
Wal-Mart staff learns the importance of serving visually-impaired
V.I.P. CEO William Bowman recently spoke to customer service managers at the Wal-Mart store on Chantilly Parkway in Montgomery, Ala. on the importance of assisting people with disabilities.
He stressed the importance of providing assistance shopping and equal access to the store. It was well received by the store workers. Pictured are CSM's Brittany, William, Dorothy, and Sherrie.
Lannies Bar-b-que recognized for good customer service
Good food and a friendly atmosphere - these are just a couple of things you'll find at Lannies Bar-b-que. That's why workers were awarded for their outstanding customer service. Earl, William and Carmen are longtime friends of V.I.P. CEO William Bowman. Carmen was very instrumental in helping William through high school.
Dr. Ashley Williams dedicated to helping the visually-impaired
Dr. Ashley Williams, OD of Song Eye Center in Selma was awarded for years of service to the sight-impaired. She is also committed to helping the visually impaired find technology and services to help them obtain independence.
What We Offer
1) Low vision community educational programs, conferences and assistive technology demonstrations and expos
2) Support groups, mentoring and advocacy
3) Site and Structural modifications for churches, businesses, etc. for public access
4) Consultations for the visually impaired and low vision evaluations on assistive technology for the visually impaired
5) We provide information and referrals for magnification devices
6) Customer service training and workshops to better acommodate the visually impaired customer