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Symbol of independence for the blind: ‘White Cane Day’ to take place Oct. 15
Read full article: Symbol of independence for the blind: ‘White Cane Day’ to take place Oct. 15In less than one week, the nation will celebrate White Cane Day, an occasion set aside each year to spotlight the many achievements of the blind and visually impaired, and their important symbol of independence, the white cane.
Food For Thought visits Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Read full article: Food For Thought visits Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually ImpairedAs part of Local 10′s Food for Thought campaign and in partnership with Publix, Community Enhancement Collaboration received a delivery of fresh vegetables and shelf-stable items for the fifty seniors who receive food every Tuesday as part of the nonprofit’s weekly Senior Shopping Day.
Visually impaired music students enjoy multisensory experience at Zoo Miami
Read full article: Visually impaired music students enjoy multisensory experience at Zoo MiamiLast week, more than 30 Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired music program students spent the day at Zoo Miami for a multisensory educational experience.
Organization uses technology to help visually impaired kids Easter egg hunt
Read full article: Organization uses technology to help visually impaired kids Easter egg huntLast week, The Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired hosted its annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt. The holiday tradition took place at the organization’s Academy Playground.
Blind soccer player shows talent, working to make USA Blind Soccer Men’s National Team
Read full article: Blind soccer player shows talent, working to make USA Blind Soccer Men’s National TeamOseas De Leon has big goals. He wants to be a national soccer champion. A rigorous training and nutrition schedule can be challenging for any soccer athlete. For De Leon, who lost his sight at age 3, it requires double the effort and concentration.
Florida Panthers host ‘Touch Tour’ for blind, visually impaired teens at FLA Live Arena
Read full article: Florida Panthers host ‘Touch Tour’ for blind, visually impaired teens at FLA Live ArenaThe Florida Panthers announced hosted their “Touch Tour” event for blind and visually impaired teen campers at FLA Live Arena on Friday morning.
Miami Marlins host ‘Touch Tour’ for blind, visually impaired teens at loanDepot Park
Read full article: Miami Marlins host ‘Touch Tour’ for blind, visually impaired teens at loanDepot ParkThe Miami Marlins hosted their “Touch Tour” event for blind and visually impaired teenagers at loanDepot Park on Wednesday.
Panthers give visually impaired students a taste of hockey
Read full article: Panthers give visually impaired students a taste of hockeyThe Panthers hosted students from the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually ImpairedSUNRISE - The Florida Panthers gave the experience of a lifetime to South Florida students. The team welcomed students from the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually impaired on Tuesday. The students had the chance to experience hockey using a puck that made noise. The hockey tour was narrated by the Panthers radio play-by-play announcer Doug Plagans. Miami Lighthouse's Transition Program helps students between the ages of 14-22 develop skills to enter the work force.