The Council is excited to welcome a new and already vital staff member. Jaxon Baker came aboard as a Program Associate in September. Jaxon hasn’t wasted any time demonstrating his professional commitment and warm spirit. He says people have called him soft-spoken, but when you… Continue Reading Welcome Jaxon Baker to Council Staff
In this 70th anniversary year of the Council’s work, what better time to celebrate those who have supported our organization for at least the past 35 years? Why did we choose 35 years? “That’s half of our 70 years of existence,” says Fund Development Director… Continue Reading 70th Anniversary Gratitude: Celebrating Those Who Have Supported the Council for Half of Our History
Since 1964, October 15 of each year is recognized as White Cane Safety Day, a day to educate the public about Wisconsin’s White Cane Law and promote safe, welcoming communities for people with vision loss. In addition, the Council uses it as an opportunity to promote… Continue Reading White Cane Safety Day Provides the Spark for Year-Round Commitment to Pedestrian Safety
Midterm elections in Wisconsin are coming up on Tuesday, November 8, and naturally we encourage all eligible voters to cast a ballot. But we also have a suggestion about how to vote—not which candidates to vote for, but which voting method to use. We encourage… Continue Reading Help Promote Use of Accessible Voting Equipment
Lewa Diarra has always been motivated to succeed. In high school, she ran track, where she was constantly urging teammates to band together and support each other. “During the first few weeks of the season, I noticed that the members of my running group weren’t… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Lewa Diarra
Since 1964, October 15 has been designated nationally as White Cane Safety Day. White Cane Safety Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of Wisconsin’s White Cane Law, which requires drivers to stop at least 10 feet from a pedestrian using a white cane or… Continue Reading White Cane Safety Day: Promote Pedestrian Safety for All Where You Live
The Council recently expanded its menu of services with the opening of an on-site vision rehabilitation classroom at our Madison office. We are now able to provide vision rehabilitation therapy at our own location in addition to in clients’ homes. “Opening the classroom enables us… Continue Reading On-Site Vision Rehab Now Available at the Council with the Opening of New Classroom
Experiencing a disability, whether a physical one that limits mobility or a sensory one like vision loss, can affect the way we take part in outdoor recreation. But it doesn’t necessarily mean the end of a particular activity. Take bicycle riding, for example. In recent… Continue Reading A Bicycle Built for You?
The Council appreciates every gift we receive. Each gift helps someone understand and adjust to their experience with vision loss. As the end of 2022 approaches, here are some giving methods for supporting the Council’s work that might be a good fit in your year-end… Continue Reading Giving Alternatives: IRAs, Donor Advised Funds are Attractive Options for Some Donors
The COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over, and testing remains a critical necessity. As people have doffed their masks, infections have increased, and while the disease has been mild for many people, there remains a substantial risk, especially to those who are elderly or have… Continue Reading Accessible COVID Tests are Now Available