Professional Development Training: Working with VI Students
...all professionals. Topics covered in this training: Causes and Impacts of Blindness & Low Vision Blindness Sensitivity Expanded Core Curriculum Working with the TVI and the COMS Accommodations & Accessibility...
New Program Manager of Rehabilitation Services Named
NEWTON, Mass. (January 17, 2024) – The Carroll Center for the Blind, a leader in services for individuals confronted by the challenges of low vision and blindness, is excited to...
John Cataldo
...belief that charity is most blessed when it is anonymous. John’s connection to the blindness community began early on when he was inspired by a family member and a member...
Technology Fair
Each year we bring together life-changing low vision and blindness-specific assistive technology exhibitors from all over the world to connect with the blind and visually impaired community of consumers, families,...
What’s Next in Your Journey Through Vision Loss
...Shaberman, Vice President, Science Communications at the Foundation Fighting Blindness, who works closely with researchers and clinicians to advance emerging treatments and educate the community on clinical trials and therapeutic...
Pardis
Blindness knows no limit for Pardis. Born with Retinitis Pigmentosa, Pardis gradually lost her vision and was completely blind by her early twenties. Undeterred, she earned both her bachelor’s and...
Tim
...but he stayed optimistic. His advice to others who are blind: “Keep an open mind. Highlight the skills you bring. Don’t focus solely on blindness, focus on why you’re the...
Three Different Carroll Center Alumni Selected As Finalists For 2019 Holman Prize
...group of finalists. These determined finalists hope to make a real difference on the way blindness and visual impairment is perceived globally. Check out each of their submissions below: Trevor...
Making A Positive Impact for the Visually Impaired
...help her adjust to being blind. She said going from perfect vision to seeing nothing was traumatic, and it took her a long time to reconcile her blindness. Katulak, now...
Walmart Announces Rollout of ScripTalk Service, Providing Accessible Prescription Labels Across U.S.
...retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic eye disease that results in progressive loss of sight and eventual blindness. After a trip to Boston to visit a specialist, the diagnosis was confirmed....
