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    Jobs in Contract Management Support Provide a Gateway for Career Opportunities with the Federal Government

    The Contract Management Support (CMS) program is an essential part of the The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.'s mission and our relationship with government customers. Peter Ash, Contract Closeout Site Supervisor, notes the importance of [...]

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    What To Expect at Your In-Person Appointment at the Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic

    The Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic is open for in-person appointments on Tuesday-Thursday. Services are by appointment only. The Low Vision Clinic will continue to offer telehealth services other days of the week. Learn more about [...]

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    What is Glaucoma?

    Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause vision loss by damaging the optic nerve, the part of the eye that sends images to the brain. The optic nerve is made up of millions [...]

    March 12th, 2021Eye Conditions
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    Earnest Glover Has Never Allowed Macular Degeneration To Hold Him Back

    “I’m not a person who allows any grass to grow under my feet.” Earnest Glover has always been on the move. Even as a young kid growing up in Queens, Earnest never let his vision [...]

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    What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?

    Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in adults over the age of 50. AMD causes damage to a small part of the retina responsible for central vision called the macula. [...]

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    Using Accessible Technology at Work – Meka White Video Transcript

    In order to make our content more accessible, we’re including a transcript for videos from our YouTube page. Find the full transcript below for this audio described video. It features Customer Service, Admin, and Marketing [...]

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    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 what a low vision telehealth appointment is like at the [...]

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    The Importance of Braille Literacy

    January is Braille Literacy Month! Braille literacy is important not only to Lighthouse staff. It is also important to the way the Lighthouse functions. Braille is a vital means of communication for people who [...]

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    The Lighthouse Announces Dana Van Dussen and Karl Schaeffler as 2020 Employees of the Year

    Join us in congratulating Dana Van Dussen and Karl Schaeffler as The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc’s 2020 employees of the year! Dana Van Dussen Senior Director of Human Resources 2020 Indirect Employee of the [...]

    January 13th, 2021Employees, Milestones, Seattle, Spokane
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    The Lighthouse Awarded Large Contract to Support GSA, to Open 6 More Locations

    Despite the strain and challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lighthouse, with great leadership and incredible support from our customers, corporate partners, and donors, has been able to not only persevere, but even [...]