Columbia Lighthouse For The Blind

Rehabilitation department:clb offers comprehensive rehabilitation services to help individuals who are blind and visually impaired reassert control and independence in their lives. Consumers develop skills that allow independent living at home, school, work, and in the community.

Program support:this department provides administrative support to all of the programs to include information and referral, intake and entry in a consumer database, assignment of authorizations, consulting assignments, transportation requests, and other adminstrative duties as needed.

Low vision program:columbia lighthouse for the blind empowers individuals with vision loss to maximize their remaining sight and maintain independence. Our low-vision eye care specialists assess functional vision and identify challenges in everyday activities such as reading, mobility, and personal care. Based on each patient's unique needs, we provide access to clinical evaluations, optical aids (including enhanced lenses, magnifiers, and adaptive lighting), and electronic technologies that support continued work, learning, and safe independent living. When appropriate, the low vision clinic also connects patients to rehabilitation services to further strengthen their skills and confidence.

Children's programs:these programs start at birth to help build the skills and self-confidence necessary for future independence. Programs include annual events, braille book club, holiday activities, reading rally, summer camps, early intervention services, teen groups and parent workshops.

Technology training:columbia lighthouse for the blind provides assistive technology training to help individuals with vision loss communicate effectively, access information, and perform daily tasks independently. Consumers receive personalized assessments to identify the tools and features best suited to their needs, followed by hands-on instruction to build confidence and proficiency. Training includes the use of adaptive software and devicessuch as screen readers, magnification programs, and wearable technology to reduce barriers, increase productivity, and support a successful adjustment to blindness.