It is estimated that 50% of blindness is preventable. Through education and public awareness programs, we promote the importance of good eye health and safety as well as share information about potentially blinding eye conditions and diseases. Our “Growing Older with Good Vision” program for adults shares important information about signs and symptoms of various eye diseases and conditions, as well as ways to keep and make the most out of the vision you have. We offer many programs for children of all ages, which include Treasure in Sight, Play it Safe and Vision Quest. 

Sensitivity trainings give participants an opportunity to wear low vision simulator goggles while completing a daily living skill. Participants may be asked to tell the time, read a newspaper, write a grocery list or pour a glass of water. We do not want to leave the participants with the feeling of pity or helplessness; therefore we demonstrate various low vision products that promote independence. This has been said to be “a very educational and enlightening experience.” 

Blindness Awareness offers tips on how to appropriately assist a person who is blind. We will demonstrate how to properly lead someone who is blind as well as highlight things to remember when offering your assistance. Remember …the person is always first and then the disability!

Photographic Simulations of the Most Common Eye Diseases