• Mai Ho, Production Worker, participating in Computer Training Program classes. She is a medium skinned woman with dark hair pulled back. She's holding a smartphone in her hand and looking at it while smiling.

    Digital Equity

    In order for individuals who are blind and visually impaired to compete in the marketplace for secure jobs with family sustaining wages, they must have strong technology skills and accessible training.

    June 23rd, 2023Accessibility, Adaptive Technology, FY 2022 Annual Report
  • Portrait of George Abbott, a light skinned man with salt and pepper beard and hair. He is standing outside, smiling, and holding a white cane.

    Letter from President and CEO George Abbott

    We have much to be proud of at the Lighthouse. Under extended circumstances related to COVID, supply chain disruptions, and hiring challenges, we achieved a great deal in 2022.

    June 23rd, 2023FY 2022 Annual Report, George Abbott
  • A woman sits in front of a computer, smiling. The keyboard she has her hands on is large print and high contrast, as well as her computer monitor.

    Empowering the DeafBlind Community: Insights from Morgan Breese

    DeafBlind Awareness Week is an annual event during the last week of June that serves as a platform to raise awareness about people who are DeafBlind, challenge misconceptions, and promote understanding and inclusivity. This week is an opportunity to educate the [...]

    June 14th, 2023Awareness, DeafBlind, Employees
  • Two men stand inside. One of them is wearing dark sunglasses and holds a white cane out in front of him. The other stands next to him, touching his shoulder and also holding a white cane.

    Tim Paulding’s Mission to Empower Independence for People who are Blind

    Tim Paulding joined the Lighthouse team in May of 2013. Tim recalls that the biggest reason he wanted to work in the field of blindness rehabilitation was to “make an impact in people’s lives, [...]

    June 12th, 2023Employees, Orientation and Mobility, Spokane
  • A woman stands at a street corner, with her hand on the accessible pedestrian signal, holding a white cane and a mini guide in her other hand.

    Webinar: Accessible Solutions for Travelers Who are Blind

    Watch a recording of this webinar >> Below you’ll find a description and registration link for this months webinar. In case you missed them, check out our YouTube channel to view some of our [...]

    June 6th, 2023Adaptive Technology, Events
  • Portrait of Mike Scheschy, a light skinned man with white hair standing outside and smiling.

    Rising through the Ranks: The Success of Mike Scheschy

    When Mike Scheschy applied for a job at the Lighthouse, he figured he would work there for about six months, until he could get a “real job”. Thirty-two years later, Mike is the Production [...]

    May 17th, 2023Employees, Manufacturing
  • Close up of a man with dark skin, wearing a baseball cap with the Navy logo, and smiling.

    Avery Brooks: From Navy Veteran to Thriving at the Lighthouse

    Avery Brooks has worked at the Summerville facility of The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. for the last seven years. The enthusiasm he has today is similar to the excitement he had when the [...]

    May 10th, 2023Employees, Summerville
  • The back of a person's head, wearing large headphones and standing in front of a desktop monitor.

    Webinar: All Ears: Let’s Talk Audio Games

    Below you’ll find a description and registration link for this months webinar. In case you missed them, check out our YouTube channel to view some of our previous webinars. Watch the recording of this webinar [...]

    May 9th, 2023Events
  • Portrait of Dave Bertsch, a light skinned man with grey hair.

    Welcome New Foundation Board Members

    Join us in welcoming our two newest Foundation Board members, Dave Bertsch and Yue Ou, at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. Dave and Yue both bring a wealth of experience and a unique [...]

    April 20th, 2023Board and Strategic Leadership Team, Volunteer
  • A man sits at a desk with brochures in front of him, with his dog guide's paws on the table next to him.

    Discover the Rewards of Volunteering

    April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Our volunteers are an essential part of our team, and we offer a range of volunteer opportunities that can be tailored to your interests and skills. Whether you're interested [...]

    April 20th, 2023Volunteer

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