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Social Media Campaign Overview: Raising Awareness for Blind and Low Vision We are excited to launch our month-long social media awareness campaign dedicated to educating and informing the public about the experiences and challenges faced by individuals who are blind or low vision. This campaign is designed to foster understanding, promote inclusivity, and highlight the

As hurricane season approaches, it’s crucial for everyone to be prepared, but individuals who are blind or visually impaired face unique challenges. This in-depth guide will help you navigate a hurricane and respond with confidence. 1. Building Your Emergency Kit Your emergency kit is your lifeline during a disaster. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what

For more than 80 years, The Lighthouse of Houston has been supporting individuals who are blind or low vision through our health services, assistive technology resources, community and support programs, vocational skills training, and internal employment opportunities. Here are some highlights from our 2023 Annual Report. Click here to view and download the full PDF. 

The Lighthouse of Houston is pleased to announce that we are a recipient of a 2024 Inspiration Foundation Assistive Technology Grant! The Inspiration Foundation (a family foundation created by Cleanlogic founder and CEO, Isaac Shapiro) maintains a steadfast belief in the mission of empowering blind and low vision individuals by including Braille product descriptors across

With the implementation of the RightHear system, The Lighthouse of Houston reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, always striving to ensure that all employees, clients and visitors can participate in activities, services, and events with greater ease and independence.

Award Honors Success in Sustaining and Increasing Employment For People Who Are Blind March, 7, 2024, Houston, TX – The Lighthouse of Houston was honored by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind, with the 2023 Employment Growth Award. The award recognizes The Lighthouse of Houston’s

Call for Volunteers to Assist with The Lighthouse of Houston’s Annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt HOUSTON, March 18, 2023 – We need volunteers to help out at our annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt! The event will take place at The Lighthouse of Houston main facility at 3602 W. Dallas St. on SATURDAY, APRIL 1st. Individual and group volunteers