Association Valentin-Haüy, Disability support organization in 7th arrondissement, Paris, France.
The Association Valentin-Haüy provides comprehensive support services and resources for adults with visual impairments through eight establishments and 120 local branches across France.
Maurice de La Sizeranne established the Association Valentin-Haüy in 1889 to continue the legacy of Valentin Haüy, who created the first school for blind people.
The organization maintains a museum displaying tools, equipment, and books from 1771 onward, documenting the evolution of educational methods for visually impaired individuals.
Located at 5 rue Duroc in Paris, the association offers educational programs, employment assistance, and recreational activities, with support from professional teams and volunteers.
The headquarters houses specialized facilities and a private museum dedicated to the history of blind education, featuring collections of adaptive technologies spanning three centuries.
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