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Joe Hodgson and Brent Perzentka sitting at a table with a braille machine

Ace Technician Joe Hodgson Has Been Fixing Braille Machines for the Council for Over 30 Years

“Every machine has its own story,” says braille machine technician Joe Hodgson. He should know. He’s worked on hundreds of them over his 35 years of servicing the devices for such entities as the Council, Milwaukee Public Schools and the State of Wisconsin. Joe fixes the machines at no cost to the owners in keeping… Continue Reading Ace Technician Joe Hodgson Has Been Fixing Braille Machines for the Council for Over 30 Years

A multicolored drawing of a woman speaking into a megaphone that has a speech bubble and question marks coming out of the speaker.

Courage, Patience and Persistence are Stepping Stones on the Various Paths to Becoming a Grassroots Advocate

There are many paths to take on the way to becoming a grassroots advocate. Danita Jackson’s path led to the polls on election day. Danita lost her vision when she was 16 and she remembers the first time she went to the polls to cast a vote. She walked into the polling place in her… Continue Reading Courage, Patience and Persistence are Stepping Stones on the Various Paths to Becoming a Grassroots Advocate

WCBVI Celebrating 70 Years of Advocacy, Empowerment and Service on a red background with circles

70th Anniversary Gratitude: Celebrating Those Who Have Supported the Council for Half of Our History

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 Lori Werbeckes. “The Council began recording donations on software just… Continue Reading 70th Anniversary Gratitude: Celebrating Those Who Have Supported the Council for Half of Our History

Four Council staff accepting a White Cane Safety Day at the Governors Office

White Cane Safety Day Provides the Spark for Year-Round Commitment to Pedestrian Safety

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 our broader set of pedestrian safety priorities. The White Cane… Continue Reading White Cane Safety Day Provides the Spark for Year-Round Commitment to Pedestrian Safety

Rosemary Goodrich sitting with her guide dog Yaffa

Ingredients for Making a Monthly Donor: A Stubborn Streak and a Big Heart

Rosemary Goodrich (Rosy to her friends) has always been stubborn and determined. Being blind since birth never stopped her from roller skating. It didn’t deter her from playing on the teeter totter, zipping down a slide or riding a tricycle. Occasionally, she’d take a tumble. “But so did all the other kids,” she says, laughing.… Continue Reading Ingredients for Making a Monthly Donor: A Stubborn Streak and a Big Heart

Don McCall sitting at a workbench in a woodcarving workshop

Carving Out a Tactile Hobby Through Patience, Persistence and Perspective

For many people who begin losing their vision as adults, it can be tough to stick with lifelong hobbies usually done by sight. And finding new pastimes can be equally challenging. However, with some adaptation and problem-solving, it’s possible to continue enjoying many activities by taking a more tactile approach. Chuck Fehl and Don McCall… Continue Reading Carving Out a Tactile Hobby Through Patience, Persistence and Perspective

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Joe Hodgson and Brent Perzentka sitting at a table with a braille machine

Ace Technician Joe Hodgson Has Been Fixing Braille Machines for the Council for Over 30 Years

“Every machine has its own story,” says braille machine technician Joe Hodgson. He should know. He’s worked on hundreds of them over his 35 years of servicing the devices for such entities as the Council, Milwaukee Public Schools and the State of Wisconsin. Joe fixes the machines at no cost to the owners in keeping… Continue Reading Ace Technician Joe Hodgson Has Been Fixing Braille Machines for the Council for Over 30 Years

A multicolored drawing of a woman speaking into a megaphone that has a speech bubble and question marks coming out of the speaker.

Courage, Patience and Persistence are Stepping Stones on the Various Paths to Becoming a Grassroots Advocate

There are many paths to take on the way to becoming a grassroots advocate. Danita Jackson’s path led to the polls on election day. Danita lost her vision when she was 16 and she remembers the first time she went to the polls to cast a vote. She walked into the polling place in her… Continue Reading Courage, Patience and Persistence are Stepping Stones on the Various Paths to Becoming a Grassroots Advocate

WCBVI Celebrating 70 Years of Advocacy, Empowerment and Service on a red background with circles

70th Anniversary Gratitude: Celebrating Those Who Have Supported the Council for Half of Our History

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 Lori Werbeckes. “The Council began recording donations on software just… Continue Reading 70th Anniversary Gratitude: Celebrating Those Who Have Supported the Council for Half of Our History

Four Council staff accepting a White Cane Safety Day at the Governors Office

White Cane Safety Day Provides the Spark for Year-Round Commitment to Pedestrian Safety

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 our broader set of pedestrian safety priorities. The White Cane… Continue Reading White Cane Safety Day Provides the Spark for Year-Round Commitment to Pedestrian Safety

Rosemary Goodrich sitting with her guide dog Yaffa

Ingredients for Making a Monthly Donor: A Stubborn Streak and a Big Heart

Rosemary Goodrich (Rosy to her friends) has always been stubborn and determined. Being blind since birth never stopped her from roller skating. It didn’t deter her from playing on the teeter totter, zipping down a slide or riding a tricycle. Occasionally, she’d take a tumble. “But so did all the other kids,” she says, laughing.… Continue Reading Ingredients for Making a Monthly Donor: A Stubborn Streak and a Big Heart

Don McCall sitting at a workbench in a woodcarving workshop

Carving Out a Tactile Hobby Through Patience, Persistence and Perspective

For many people who begin losing their vision as adults, it can be tough to stick with lifelong hobbies usually done by sight. And finding new pastimes can be equally challenging. However, with some adaptation and problem-solving, it’s possible to continue enjoying many activities by taking a more tactile approach. Chuck Fehl and Don McCall… Continue Reading Carving Out a Tactile Hobby Through Patience, Persistence and Perspective

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