Over the years, the Council has benefited greatly from the efforts of our many volunteers. Every April, we honor their contributions by recognizing National Volunteer Month. In 2021, volunteers clocked in over 760 hours for the Council. Here’s a sampling of what they did: Created audio recordings of publications, including the Council Courier, On Sight… Continue Reading Saying ‘Thank You’ During National Volunteer Month
Losing someone we’ve cherished is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Even long afterward, our emotions can be triggered by events or dates—a birthday, a holiday, a reminder of a particularly pleasant activity enjoyed together. One way to honor the memory of a departed loved one is by making a gift to an organization that… Continue Reading Honor a Loved One’s Memory by Helping Us Serve Others
Katherine Corbett just wants people to leave her guide dog alone. “I would prefer for people to pretend that my dog is invisible,” Katherine says. “Honestly, the best compliment you can give a guide dog user is, ‘Oh, wow, I didn’t even notice you have a dog!’” Katherine has been blind since shortly after birth.… Continue Reading Caution: Dog at Work
This month, the Council welcomes new board member, Chip Kaufman. The resident of Middleton, Wisconsin looks forward to encouraging others and making a difference in the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired. Chip learned of the Council after his cone rod dystrophy diagnosis. He participated in the low vision support group for… Continue Reading Meet New Council Board member: Chip Kaufman
Thank you for your financial support of Council activities in 2019! Your gifts have made a direct impact on the lives of people experiencing vision loss. Your generosity has supported: Vision Services – one-on-one vision rehabilitation, technology training and low vision evaluations Advocacy – accessible pedestrian signal installation, accessible voting, greater access to public transportation… Continue Reading 2019 Donors: Look what you’ve done!
Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Online via Zoom Learn about accessible cell phone options with vision services staff in this free Council webinar. The new format, which is discussion-based, gives users of particular devices the chance to share what has been helpful to them. Various cell phone options are featured, such as the new… Continue Reading Council Webinar: Accessible Cell Phones
Curling is Canada’s national sport, and is quickly gaining popularity in the United States. Over the past twenty years, curling has been adapted for people who are blind or visually impaired. The Wauwatosa Curling Club hosts a free adaptive curling program for people of all abilities, including those who are blind or visually impaired. “We… Continue Reading Getting Out on the Ice: Adaptive Curling for People who are Blind or Visually Impaired
In the first few months of 2020, an important invitation will arrive in your mailbox. It is from the U.S. Census Bureau, imploring you to take the 2020 census. The census is decennial, meaning it occurs every ten years. This year, completion of the census is required by Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Did you know?… Continue Reading Why Being Counted Matters: Take the 2020 Census
Poll workers may assist people with accessible voting machines or check people in to vote. As 2020 elections approach, consider becoming a poll worker. It is important for people with disabilities to be poll workers because we will be part of the voting process, and will make voting spaces more welcoming and accessible to all… Continue Reading Consider Becoming a Poll Worker
Click toggle for topics
Meeting with policymakers matters! Public officials make hundreds of important decisions during their terms and there is no way they can be experts on all topics brought before them. For policy decisions to be grounded in the needs of the people, it is imperative that we both educate policymakers and advocate for change. How do… Continue Reading Making the Most of Your Advocacy Meetings
The difference between freshman and sophomore years of college can be dramatic for a lot of students. Saree Behm, a 2021 Council Scholarship recipient, spent her first year at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater mostly taking general education classes. Now a sophomore, the early childhood and special education major is taking classes more aligned with her interests.… Continue Reading Student Spotlight 2021: Saree Behm
Please note that from March 21 until early November, a major street reconstruction project in downtown Madison is expected to cause significant traffic delays. The construction will affect many of the routes leading to our location, particularly those involving the major intersection connecting Blair Steet, Wilson Street, Williamson Street and John Nolen Drive. If you… Continue Reading Road Construction Nearby
754 Williamson St.
Madison, WI 53703
Toll Free: 800-783-5213
608-255-1166
Fax: 608-255-3301
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Holidays
Photography by Big Dreamers United & DesignCraft Advertising.
Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
