The goal for this group is to give support to others as they deal with the prospect of losing their vision, those who have lost their vision completely, and those who may be caring for someone in this circumstance. The group consists of people with little or no vision, people who are losing or have lost their vision due to glaucoma, diabetes or some other disease or disorder.

The VIPs Support Group was formed in 1998 in order to get more information on coping with vision loss and getting on with their lives. The encouragement they give each other is remarkable in that not one low vision or sightless person feels sorry for themselves. Members say they owe it all to the group, One person stated: "My vision is just one part of my whole being, and I am not going to let it keep me from getting on with my life."

Right now there are over 25 members in the group. There are no dues or fees. Any visually impaired person of any age is welcome. South Haven Senior Services sponsors the group and provides meeting space at the Warren Senior Center on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.