The Dr. Bill Takeshita Foundation

Last Modified: Thu, 16 Aug 2007

Free Large Print Telephone for Legally Blind

Call the California Telephone Access for a free large print telephone. (800)806.1191

Free Directory Assistance (411) for Legally Blind

You may qualify for free directory assistance. This will allow you to call 411 and ask for the telephone numbers without a fee for directory assistance. Call your telephone company and tell them that you are legally blind and would like an application for free directory assistance. You may also qualify for reduced rates.

Cell Phone Voice Dialing

Sprint has one of the best voice dialing services for cell phones. It allows you to say the name of whom you wish to call and the phone will dial for you. For more information, go to your local Sprint Store and ask for Voice Command

Jitterbug Large Print Cell Phone

The Jitterbug is an affordable phone service with large print and easy to use phones at an affordable fee. 800.918.8543 or