Organization
Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired(WCBVI)
Wisconsin's leading non-profit promoting the dignity and empowerment of people who are blind or have low vision through advocacy, vision rehabilitation, assistive technology education, and legislative action since 1952. Headquartered in Madison, it serves Wisconsinites through low vision evaluations, the White Cane Programme, scholarships, and public education.
About
The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired (WCBVI) was established in 1952 in Madison, Wisconsin, by uniting several organisations that served people with vision loss. Located at 754 Williamson Street, WCBVI has grown from a legislative advocacy body into a full-service statewide organisation.
What They Do
WCBVI offers low vision evaluations and vision rehabilitation, assistive technology training and demonstration, white cane distribution, the Sharper Vision Store (adaptive products), post-secondary scholarships, and public and professional education. It advocates at the local, state, and federal levels for policies that support Wisconsinites with vision impairment.
Who They Serve
Wisconsinites who are blind or have low vision at any age, including those newly diagnosed, people seeking employment, older adults experiencing age-related vision loss, and families.
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