Lachelle Smith
Lachelle Smith, MS, CVRT, LVT is the Program Director and Associate Professor of the Personnel Preparation Program in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) at Salus University. As a member of the low vision and blind community, she has over 20 years of professional experience as an educator, rehabilitation practitioner, and advocate for the Disability community.
Lachelle is dedicated to educating and training of consumers who have disabilities, as well as for individuals pursuing careers in working with consumers who are blind, visually impaired, and those with additional disabilities. She is the Sole Proprietor of InSights VRS, her private practice providing training and consulting services to consumers and administrators of state, private, and nonprofit agencies serving individuals with disabilities. She is also the Founder and President of Blind Blessings, Inc., a nonprofit committed to enhancing the lives and maximizing the opportunities for those with disabilities to live safely and independently and to remain or become successful members of their community.
Lachelle’s life work is focused on eliminating barriers to successful and quality filled lives of those with disabilities.
In Loving Memory of Board of Trustee Member Jens Jorgensen
Jens Jorgensen July 2nd, 1936 – March 13th, 2016 We are deeply saddened about the recent passing of longtime Board of Trustee member Jens Jorgensen. Jens was a dynamic and passionate [...]
Thank you for supporting the 2016 Redefining Vision Luncheon!
With the support of generous sponsors, community members, and Lighthouse supporters this year’s 2016 Redefining Vision Luncheon raised over $106,000 for Lighthouse programs and services. Thank you for your consistent support of jobs, [...]
Springing Into Transitions with Harry Egler
President and Interim CEO Harry Egler On May 2nd, 2016, The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. welcomed a familiar leader: President and Interim CEO Harry Egler. Harry joins the Lighthouse at [...]
