Coffee for a Cause!
“When life gives you lemons, trade them for coffee.” ~Anonymous
- Read more about Coffee for a Cause!
- sharju1's Blog
- Log in to post comments
Mi Gente! | A Post-Hurricane Maria Message
The devastation sustained to the United States Commonwealth of Puerto Rico by Hurricane Maria was crippling and widespread. Because of the paralyzing storm, much of the island’s residents have been internally displace
Lighthouse Works & Latch-Hook Rugs!
A few years ago when Todd LaFlame decided to get back into the work force, he knew it wouldn’t be easy. The economy was weak and he wasn’t terribly confident potential employers would see past his low vision—despite
Helping People Living with Blindness and Vision Loss
Stetson University School of Business Administration Executive MBA students set out a few months ago to shed some light on a deserving local nonprofit,
Message from the President - Summer 2017
Happy Summer! There is so much happening that we are excited to share with you. First off, we are thrilled to announce that our new website is now LIVE!
Meet Roderick: Achieving Beyond Vision Loss
Roderick is a client at Lighthouse Central Florida who has taken orientation and mobility training and is currently enrolled in our access technology classes.
Motivational Moments with Dr. O’Neal
In keeping with her role as Lighthouse Ambassador, Dr. Lucille O’Neal will be taking to the airwaves of Central Florida with a new radio segment titled Motivational Moments with Dr. O’Neal.
- Read more about Motivational Moments with Dr. O’Neal
- sharju1's Blog
- Log in to post comments
Is accessibility required?
Today, Thursday May 18th, is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. This year marks the sixth Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD).
- Read more about Is accessibility required?
- sharju1's Blog
- Log in to post comments
Hiring Blind: The Misconceptions Facing America's Visually Impaired Workforce
As a recruiting manager staffing for clients such as Google and Apple, I was concerned about three things: experience, unemployment gaps, and the probability of the person becoming a long-term employee.
The Florida Association of Agencies Serving the Blind (FAASB) is seeking a restoration in funding in the FY2017-2018 state budget for services to children who are blind or visually impaired.
Direct intervention services from Lighthouse and other FAASB agencies provide critical supplemental skills to the core academic curriculum received by children through the public school system.