To promote the dignity and empowerment of the people of Wisconsin who live with vision loss through advocacy, education, and vision services.
Advocating for Wisconsin residents who are blind or visually impaired on local, state and federal issues
One-on-one and group support for people who are newly diagnosed, including low vision evaluations, in-home visits and assistive technology
The Council is one of nearly 70 nonprofit organizations based in Dane County that benefit from the Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) workplace giving campaign that takes place each fall. Workplace giving is an easy and effective way to support our work. Over 100 area employers host workplace giving campaigns through CSW. Many employees opt… Continue Reading Workplace Giving Makes Supporting the Council Easy
For anyone living with low vision, using a screen magnifier on your computer is a must. There’s no need to struggle to read tiny text on a large monitor. Screen magnifiers are easy to use and can enlarge anything to help keep you connected to the digital world. But with several different screen magnifiers available,… Continue Reading Built-In Versus Third-Party Magnifiers: Finding the Program that Works Best for You
The Council is excited to come to rural Wisconsin this fall for On Sight: Vision Loss Resources in Southwest Wisconsin. This free informational event will feature presentations on a variety of topics, from how to access vision rehabilitation services to public policy issues like transportation. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 9 from… Continue Reading Council’s October “On Sight” Event Brings Vision Resources Info to Southwest Wisconsin
Join us for an interactive session covering information on how to vote and your voting rights.
The Council is coming to Southwest Wisconsin to provide a wealth of information useful to area residents living with blindness or low vision, their families and caregivers!
October 15 of each year is a day the Council takes to educate about the White Cane Law and promote safe, welcoming communities.
The Council is one of nearly 70 nonprofit organizations based in Dane County that benefit from the Community Shares of… Continue Reading Workplace Giving Makes Supporting the Council Easy
Date: September 24, 2024 Time: 6:30- 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free Online via Zoom Vision loss should not be a… Continue Reading Webinar: Make Your Plan to Vote in the November 5 Election
The Council is looking for help this spring, summer, and fall with maintaining our small garden and flower beds.
754 Williamson St.
Madison, WI 53703
Toll Free: 800-783-5213
608-255-1166
Fax: 608-255-3301
Monday by Appointment
Tuesday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Holidays
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Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
