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Be Proactive About Vision Changes During Save Your Vision Month

When a patient was referred to optometrist Dr. Kallie Harrier’s office at UW Health, they were expecting a fairly basic procedure. They had been experiencing headaches for some time, and after several tests came back inconclusive, their primary care doctor recommended seeing Dr. Harrier to see if their headaches were related to their eyes. An… Continue Reading Be Proactive About Vision Changes During Save Your Vision Month

Gov. Tony Evers delivering his Budget Address in the Assembly Chamber.

Governor’s Proposed Budget Shows Impact of Advocacy

In February, Governor Tony Evers released his proposed 2025-27 biennial budget. While the budget still has a long way to go before becoming law, it shows progress for the blind and low vision community. “The Governor put forward a very thoughtful budget, and we can see the impact of our advocacy throughout,” says Executive Director… Continue Reading Governor’s Proposed Budget Shows Impact of Advocacy

Action Alert: Reach Out to Congress THIS WEEK to Protect Medicaid

With members of Congress back home in their own districts this week, this is a great opportunity to connect with your Congressional representatives and urge them to reject cuts to Medicaid. About one out of every five Wisconsinites receives health care coverage and/or long-term care services through one of the state’s 19 Medicaid funded programs,… Continue Reading Action Alert: Reach Out to Congress THIS WEEK to Protect Medicaid

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Make Your Voting Plan For the 2025 Spring Elections

The 2025 Spring General Election will take place on April 1, and this year there will be at least three contested statewide races. This ballot will include the race for State Superintendent of Public Instruction, a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and one ballot referendum question to change the state constitution to mandate that… Continue Reading Make Your Voting Plan For the 2025 Spring Elections

Make a Big Difference During The Big Share on March 4

The Big Share goes live on Tuesday, March 4! This annual one-day giving event is organized by Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) to benefit the Council and dozens of other local nonprofits. The Council’s theme for this year’s The Big Share is Accessibility for All. Accessibility can look different depending on what a person needs… Continue Reading Make a Big Difference During The Big Share on March 4

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Make a Big Difference During The Big Share on March 4

Brent Perzentka working on white cane skills with a client

Council Vision Services Are Not Covered by Medicare or Other Insurance. We Believe They Should Be

When someone comes to the Council for any of our vision services, the care they receive is not covered by most insurance, including Medicaid and Medicare. While the Council does work with providers like the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and the Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired on a fee for service basis,… Continue Reading Council Vision Services Are Not Covered by Medicare or Other Insurance. We Believe They Should Be

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Now Hiring: Vision Services Navigator

The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired (WCBVI) is seeking a qualified vision services navigator. This is a full-time, exempt position based at the Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired, 754 Williamson St., Madison, WI 53703. Partially remote work may be negotiable after the probationary period. Position Summary The vision services… Continue Reading Now Hiring: Vision Services Navigator