Remote Training Programs
Our Computer Training Program (CTP) and Braille Literacy Program have been adapted to remotely meet the needs of our community.
FY21 Employee and Community Services
The generosity of our community allows us to meet people where they are in their journey of vision loss.
Blind employees gain skills through remote computer training program
One of the many services that the Lighthouse offers to employees is paid time to participate in programs like the Computer Training Program (CTP). Recently, [...]
Meet Dylan from the Supported Employment Program
Dylan Job has been working at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. since 2014 through the Supported Employment Program. Dylan commits to a long commute [...]
How The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. developed an innovative remote braille training program
“Learning braille is really important,” says Jessica Cummings, Braille Literacy Instructor and developer of the first remote braille training program offered at the Lighthouse. “The [...]
Navigating the World While Blind – Orientation & Mobility
What is Orientation & Mobility? One of the many services the Lighthouse offers to employees is Orientation & Mobility (O&M) training. “O&M refers to [...]
Where Innovation Meets Accessibility
Portrait of Ian, a light skinned man with thick rimmed glasses, salt and pepper hair and beard, who is smiling at the camera. [...]
DeafBlind Program
The DeafBlind program provided 843 hours of direct services in FY20, most of which occurred prior to the onset of the pandemic. The majority of those service hours consisted of American Sign Language (ASL) classes, taught by DeafBlind instructors to groups of Lighthouse employees in the workplace.
Employee & Community Services Results
During FY2020, we added the Independent Living Program and Low Vision Clinic, each serving the broader low vision community, and those who are new to vision loss.
How Does a Telehealth Appointment Work at the Low Vision Clinic? Dr. Shagas Explains
Are you curious what an appointment with Low Vision Optometrist, Dr. Anna Shagas, is like? For those who are interested and may be apprehensive about [...]