View Search Results

Advocacy services for blind and visually impaired individuals.

- Monthly meetings available in Omaha and Lincoln; call for information.

Provides advocacy, support and a socialization group for the blind. Affiliated with American Council of the Blind. Des Moines Chapter meets at the Department for the Blind. Visit the website for blogs, recent news, calendar of events and ICUB Bulletins.

Provides a residential training program that teaches techniques for living independently and working competitively. While learning techniques, the person gains confidence in themselves and adjusts to their vision loss in a positive way.

Provides information and referral on non-medical aspects of blindness. Also offers scholarship assistance to blind/visually impaired post-secondary students, public education and awareness training, support to consumer advocates and legal assistance on matters relating to blindness. Consults with different industries regarding employment of blind and visually impaired individuals, governmental monitoring, consultation and advocacy (including the "Washington Connection"), a national legislative hotline, and an annual national convention. ACB holds an annual conference each July with a large trade show featuring the latest high- and low-tech gadgets for blind and visually impaired people. There are also a number of breakout sessions, seminars, workshops, technology training sessions and more. Each March the organization holds leadership meetings in Washington, D.C. which includes a day on Capitol Hill, where members visit their senators and representatives to discuss issues of concern to blind people. Volunteer opportunities available. Must be at least 15 years old, sighted, and able to walk long distances.

Provides information online regarding services for the blind. Also advocates for people who are blind or visually impaired.