Be My Eyes

Mission:
Be My Eyes is dedicated to making the world more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision by connecting them with sighted volunteers and companies for real-time visual assistance through live video and AI technology.

Services Provided

• Be My Eyes App: Offers free, instant visual description services to blind and low vision users, available 24/7. Users can connect with volunteers for real-time assistance or use Be My AI™ for automated visual descriptions.
• Service Directory: Provides access to partner companies for product-specific support and information.
• Be My Eyes for Windows: Extends accessibility support to Windows users.
• Be My Eyes Smartglasses: Integrates visual assistance into wearable technology for hands-free support.

Who They Serve

• Individuals who are blind or have low vision, including residents of Louisa County, VA and surrounding areas, as the service is available globally.
• Volunteers interested in providing real-time visual assistance to blind and low vision users.
• Businesses seeking to enhance accessibility for customers and employees who are blind or have low vision.

Key Features

• Global Reach: Available in over 150 countries and supports more than 180 languages.
• Large Community: Over 8.7 million volunteers and more than 823,000 blind and low vision users.
• Accessibility: Services are accessible via smartphone and Windows devices, making them available to anyone with internet access.
• Business Solutions: Offers tools for companies to improve accessible customer service and workplace inclusion.

Eligibility

• No specific eligibility requirements are mentioned; the app is open to anyone who is blind or has low vision and to volunteers worldwide.

Additional Resources

• Community engagement through blogs, podcasts, and user stories.
• Ongoing updates and partnerships to expand accessibility features and support.

Note: Be My Eyes is a virtual service, making it accessible to Louisa County residents and others regardless of geographic location.