Integrated into the Lighthouse mission is the philosophy that each employee has the in-house supports they need in order to succeed in their job. Examples of supports include workstations accommodated to each specific employee’s needs, orientation and mobility instruction to teach independent travel using tools to help people navigate complex transportation systems, and American Sign Language classes to facilitate communication between DeafBlind and hearing coworkers. Other services include DeafBlind Community classes, braille instruction, computer training, job coaching, and other types of employee support.
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.
Pie chart graphic showing where resources were allocated:
$430K Low Vision Services
$370K Interpreting Services
$290K Employee & Community Services Administration
$290K Orientation & Mobility
$250K Accessibility
$140K Supported Employment
$140K Employee Support Services
$130K Accessible Computer Training
$80K Braille Instruction
$70K DeafBlind Retreat
$40K DeafBlind Computer Training
534 People Served Through ECS Programs
9,279 hours of direct service, the equivalent of 12.7 months
