To promote the dignity and empowerment of the people in Wisconsin who are blind and visually impaired by providing services, advocating legislation and educating the general public.
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.
An excerpt from the Arrive Together report shows multiple people holding signs saying “I heart my bus ride” or “I heart public transit.” Stories from around the state illustrate the necessity for affordable, accessible transportation. One in six Milwaukee households does not have access to a car, and half of DVR clients and trainees in… Continue Reading Moving Forward Together to Impact Transportation
Summertime grilling is a Wisconsin pastime. Grilling is a fun way to spend time outside and gather with family and friends. It can be a healthier cooking method, since fat drips off food as it cooks, and you are likely to use less butter on grilled foods. Learn how to choose the right grill for… Continue Reading Strategies for Success When Grilling with a Visual Impairment
Going to a museum, attending a play or catching a movie are great ways to enrich your senses and learn new things. Wisconsin museums, theaters and cinemas are making these experiences accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Find out how you can experience Wisconsin exhibits, performances, or movies. At the Museum: From… Continue Reading Wisconsin Museums, Theaters and Cinemas Enhance Experience of the Arts
Enjoy a meal while blindfolded to experience a heightened sense of taste, smell and touch.
Kick back and have a little fun with these accessible computer games available on Windows, Alexa, iPhones, and iPads.
The Council’s accessible exhibit features works created by artists who are blind or visually impaired.
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Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
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