LVIB IN TOUCH, Summer 2011 Edition
September 14, 2011 Leave a comment
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Agency Update from the Executive Director
The weather is still hot and muggy, but summer 2011 is almost over. For the children and teens who are now back in school, another summer is gone, hopefully leaving them with many happy memories. The Lighthouse was one busy and noisy place this summer but we loved it.
We had 12 participants in our School to Work Teen Transition Program, up from seven last summer. The teens worked on many skills that will help them develop into independent and competent adults who also happen to have visual impairments. They all had real jobs out in the community—and believe me, they worked hard. Thank you again to the SPCA Suncoast and the other organizations who served as worksites this summer. The teens continue throughout the school year with us for a few hours a week, and if you would like to share what you or your organization does with them, please let us know. Exposure to as many jobs as possible helps them expand their concept of the possibilities.
Kids at camp, creating lifelong memories of summer fun while learning how to function with vision impairment
The Lighthouse was also thrilled to have six children between the ages of five and 12 spend a week learning through play and fun. As the Executive Director, I try to meet most of our clients and spend time with them; it reminds me when I am buried with work why all of that is so important.
But this summer, I spent the entire week with the children, playing and laughing right along with them. The highlight for us all was appearing on national television on “So You Think You Can Dance” on July 28. Thanks to the generosity of Arthur Murray Palm Harbor, who provided a dance lesson to the children and then shared it with the show.
The children all said they felt like stars, and of course everyone feels good when they feel like they can actually dance. That is how Lania Berger and the staff at Arthur Murray Palm Harbor made us feel.
We are also very excited and thankful to the United Way of Hernando County for approving our application for funding and making the Lighthouse a partner agency. Thank you for supporting our programs for Independent Living and Employment. We also would like to thank the United Way of Pasco County, who again provided continued funding for our Independent Living Skills Program. Please support your local United Way, as they truly enable many worthy organizations like the Lighthouse to make our communities and those who live in them better. Live United!
July 1, 2011, started a new fiscal year at the Lighthouse. I wish to thank our Board of Directors for their continued support, and a very special thanks to Dr. John Mann who served as the President of our organization last year, and on whom we will continue to rely for his tremendous wisdom. I am also very excited to work with our 2011–2012 President, Jamie Mick, who is so dynamic I hope I can keep up with her!
I would like to say a very big thanks to the Lighthouse staff, including those who work in the summer months. It is a crazy time at the Lighthouse every summer, but somehow we manage to continue our regular programs and classes for babies and adults, while taking on the children and teens. And, finally, thank you to our volunteers, who help fill in the gaps—you are amazing. It is a privilege to work with very special people at the Lighthouse. Thank you for helping us achieve our mission that inspires hope, confidence and independence.
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Inside this Edition
1. Program Update: Focus on Kids & Teens
2. Client Profile: Living and Learning with Low Vision
3. Employment Update: Celebrating Success
4. People Who are Making a Difference
6. Events Calendar — Coming This Fall
7. About Us
1. Program Update: Focus on Kids & Teens
Summer 2011 Kids’ Camp: Fun and Fabulous
Enthusiastic kids learn about guide dogs from Executive Director Sylvia Perez and her trusted companion Carmel
The 2011 Lighthouse Kids’ Camp was amazing! This year we had six participants, ranging in age from five to 12. The program included learning through a lot of very fun activities, such as games, crafts, cooking, yoga, and dance. It was beautiful to hear the laughter in the halls, and the noise of very happy children having a great time in a place where their limited vision doesn’t matter.
The teachers were Sylvia Perez, Betty Kolongowski, (who developed and taught some great crafts), and Charity Ryder, (a Lighthouse vocational rehabilitation client completing a paid work experience sponsored by the Florida Division of Blind Services). In addition, “Mr. Joe” Broderick, a Lighthouse volunteer, joined us to lend a hand and a lot of patience. Joe was like having a ‘grandpa’ on-site. Many others on the Lighthouse team also jumped in to help as needed.
It was a week packed full of activities for a very energetic group of youngsters. We worked on learning to identify coins by touch (quarters and dimes have ridges while pennies and nickels are smooth); making sandwiches, mini-pizzas, and everyone’s favorite—brownies and ice cream sundaes; learning to use our senses of touch, listening and smell; and safe movement through fitness, dance, and yoga. (Thanks to Jerri Solicito for providing free yoga instruction.)
The most exciting part of the week was learning a dance at Arthur Murray Palm Harbor, which was then video-taped and appeared nationally on “So You Think You Can Dance.” The children and their families, as well as all connected with the Lighthouse and Arthur Murray Palm Harbor, were beyond excited about this. The children were so thrilled to be “stars.” To get a glimpse of the kids in action, please visit www.youtube.com/user/LighthouseVIB.
On the last day of the camp week, we spent a day at our Brooksville office playing under the sprinkler, playing games, and riding the tandem bikes. It was fun and exhausting. All took a nap on the way home, including Sylvia!
Betty said the camp was so much fun, and that her favorite part was when Brian, age nine, said that making the “Oceans in a bottle” project was the best thing he has ever made. Betty said this made her feel so good because she worked really hard to select projects the kids would like and remember. Joe said that the week was one of the best weeks he has ever had in his entire life.
When the children were asked what their favorite activities were, they said:
Brian, age nine, making the “Oceans in a bottle” craft;
Alexia, seven, singing;
Marianna, seven, dancing;
Jeovanny, five, playing games and under the sprinkler;
Billy, twelve, making new friends;
Shamain, ten, said “everything”.
She said she wishes the Kids’ Camp could last all year instead of only one week.
The Lighthouse Children’s Program for five to 13 year-olds has no funding source, except for donations made by individuals. If you would like to make a special donation towards this program, it will help the Lighthouse provide more opportunities throughout the school year and summer. Please help us put many more smiles on the faces of our children!!!
The kids had a great week of back to back activities that were fun and educational.
Pictures from left to right: The kids loosen up while having loads of fun with yoga; ‘Oceans in a bottle’ was a huge hit in art class;
The kids are a delight as they learn to dance at Arthur Murray Palm Harbor.
For more pictures and information on the program, please visit
http://lvib.org/programs/children.
Teen Summer Program: They “Got to Work”
Teens in our 2011 Summer Program learn about businesses and careers in the community
This summer the Lighthouse was full of youth, with five weeks dedicated to the Teen Camp, which is part of our School to Work Transition Program for Teens with visual impairments. This year, the number in the camp grew from seven to 12 teens, which kept instructors very, very busy.
The goal of this program is to provide teens with opportunities and training to prepare them for the transition from high school to the workforce or college and independent living. The first few days were spent making new friends, which is so important, as many teens do not know others who are visually impaired.
The program was taught by Andrea Wallace, a Teacher of the Visually Impaired and Orientation and Mobility Specialist; Sarah Clark, a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Teacher; and Melissa Salmon, a Pasco County School Teacher at Calusa Elementary.
The five-week camp was comprised of real work experience in the community, tours behind-the-scenes at several local businesses, skills training in computers and daily living, as well as recreational and social activities.
An important aspect of the program is mentoring by successful adults who are visually impaired or blind. Presentations were provided by a blind massage therapist, blind screen writer/lawyer/software tester and a blind student currently attending a local college. The teens also went to the Boys and Girls Club to play some games with simulator glasses—where they taught the sighted teens that just because you can’t see well doesn’t mean you can’t be competitive. The game winner was a Lighthouse teen!
The teens and staff also traveled to Orlando for an international convention of persons who are blind. This provided the group with an opportunity to meet people of all ages and from all over who are blind and living successful and independent lives. The group got a chance to visit an exhibition of all kinds of amazing technology, which they are or will utilize to work and live independently themselves.
Behind-the-scenes tours are really important as they help us understand all of the positions and skills for which one company might have a need. The Lighthouse teens visited Freedom Scientific (a developer and provider of assistive technology for blind persons), Soule Packaging Company, ABCO Graphics & Printing, Publix, Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, and Homewood Suites. The tours were very informative and fun. Most of our employers fed the teens too, which made them all very happy!
Do you remember your first job as a teen? Brings back memories, right? Unfortunately, teens with visual impairments often do not have that first job as a teen, but the Lighthouse and the Florida Division of Blind Services (DBS) has changed that. Through DBS funding, the Lighthouse finds “real work experiences” for all of our participants. We are grateful for the Division of Blind Services, which pays each teen a salary for their work experience efforts. Of course, the paycheck each week is a huge motivator for the teens!
We would like to say a huge thank you to the agencies who hosted our teens for their four weeks of work experience. Teens worked on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and they worked hard, bagging groceries at Publix; filing, shredding and assisting staff at Pasco Kids First; assembling phones at Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services of Florida; and caring for animals directly and indirectly at the SPCA Suncoast. We also placed two teens in our Brooksville office where they cleaned and worked in the WebStore.
Some of our placement supervisors wrote:
“This is the second year we have had the pleasure of hosting some of the teens from the Lighthouse during their work experience program. We were very excited when we learned they had chosen to come here again. The teens brighten our day with their positive attitudes, eagerness to work, and love of animals.”
–Gail Armstrong, Executive Director, SPCA Suncoast
“The volunteer worker provided us with an invaluable service. She was dependable, hard working, and her sweet demeanor was a joy to be around. She enjoyed training a new hearing volunteer in phone assembly. Our only complaint is that she worked too fast! It was hard to keep her busy!”
–Jennifer Hess, Employment Svcs. Specialist, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services of Florida
The major goal of the summer program is to help our teens start to identify possible ideas for work in their future. The careers they are interested in include being an artist, a salesperson, a business owner, a judge/working with the law, an animal worker, a daycare worker, a youth worker, and a writer.
We believe exposure to many possibilities is critical, so visually impaired teens realize the many opportunities available to them. It’s great that they have jobs and careers that currently hold an interest, but you know they will all change their minds many times over the next few years!
At the parent night/graduation ceremony, one teen said, “The teens in the program and the Lighthouse staff are like family to me. I am thankful for everyone’s support and for the great work experience I received in the community.”
The Lighthouse wishes to thank all the people who made this year’s transition camp possible. It was a huge and important success. Visually impaired teens do not get the same opportunities as their sighted peers to develop the necessary work experience that will help them as they mature. Our School to Work Transition Program for Teens works to fill the gaps. It is designed to meet our teens’ individual needs and prepares them for the future.
The teens were able to learn so much from the behind-the-scenes tours and from their volunteer work placements.
Pictures from left to right: One teen assembling phones; A group of teens at the SPCA Suncoast painting a room; Another teen building a computerized database.
For more pictures and information on the program, please visit
http://lvib.org/programs/transition.
2. Client Profile: Living & Learning with Low Vision
Resident Cook: Linda Mitscher
Linda looks forward to her computer classes at the Lighthouse each week
Linda Mitscher is known around the Lighthouse for her quirky personality, quick smile and willingness to lend a hand. She began using Lighthouse services in 2007, after two years of early retirement. Linda has diabetes, a disease that has affected her body and her eyes. She has had an amputation below the knee and is now visually impaired. In spite of these challenges, Linda continues to live a full and rewarding life.
Linda was born in California, and as a child, moved to West Virginia, then to Texas. For the last 20 years, she has called Florida her home. Linda lives with her partner TJ in a house that is arranged for Linda’s convenience. Furniture is placed around the perimeter of each room and only a few carpets are laid, so moving around is easy. Raised markings adorn all the appliances, making them safe for use by someone with a visual impairment. A CCTV is ready for whenever Linda wants to read. (A CCTV is a video magnification machine that magnifies printed text onto a monitor).
Linda spent the last 20 years of her career working in accounting. Though she loved working with numbers and computers, she began having trouble seeing reports. Linda was unaware that she had Diabetic Retinopathy. She had no symptoms until irreversible damage had occurred to her vision. In 2005, Linda left her accounting position. She sought other employment that didn’t involve reading small numbers, however she wasn’t able to see job applications either.
In 2007, Linda came to the Lighthouse to learn skills to cope with her vision loss. She started with Independent Living Skills Training where she learned about raised marking, medication management, bill folding, and how to safely prepare meals. Her class of eight students had a great time together—learning how to function in the kitchen and outside of it. Soon they were cooking for each other.
Linda works with the teens to prepare for their parents night/graduation dinner
Cooking is one of Linda’s favorite pastimes, taught to her by her grandmother. Linda often brings in lovely prepared meals for her classmates and for the Lighthouse staff. Recently, Linda spent an entire day at the Lighthouse helping the teens prepare for their parents night/graduation dinner. Linda took charge of preparing the fruit, vegetables and ham rolls and was assisted by the teens. It was fun to cook with the teens; they were focused and very helpful to everybody.
Linda said, “Cooking with low vision is hard. You can’t chop food easily into small pieces or see when food gets brown. You have to do a lot by touch.” She said it is also difficult to shop for food or clothes when you are unable to see print, price tags and colors. She added, “Everywhere you go, you need to advocate for yourself. Sometimes the white cane isn’t enough.”
Linda likes to read, using her audio book machine from the National Library Services Library of Congress Talking Book Division, a free service provided to persons who are blind and visually impaired. She appreciates a variety of materials which includes Perry Mason, “Clan of the Cave Bear” and Harry Potter.
Linda continues to use Lighthouse services. She began a computer class several months ago, and is now looking forward to learning Microsoft Access. After years of working on the computer, she said, “Taking PowerPoint and Word using ZoomText,” (a screen magnification software program for the computer), “makes my mind work. It stimulates other areas of my life too, and makes me think about what I’ve got, what I want, and how I like to be challenged.” She concluded, “If you need help, you have to go out and find it. You need to have faith and believe.”
Please visit http://lvib.org/programs to learn more about our services.
3. Employment Update: Celebrating Success
Wendy Munderville utilizing access technology to complete her Defense Acquisition University training
The word “unemployment” has become a commonly heard term these days, but for persons who are blind and visually impaired it has always been a huge issue. Persons with vision impairment face an unemployment rate of over 70%, and many who are working are under-employed. The Lighthouse works very hard with our partners at the Florida Division of Blind Services to help reduce this statistic in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus Counties. Part of ensuring that a person is able to acquire employment is to make sure they have the skills, experience and education needed for the job market.
At the Lighthouse we provide Job Readiness Training that involves counseling and referral, computer training, and the use of a variety of adaptive devices and software that make it possible for a person who is blind to perform job tasks. We say that technology is “the great equalizer” for us, as it truly enables a person who is blind to access the computer and beyond. In fact, blind people are often much better “techies” than sighted people—because we have to be!
In addition to the training we provide, the Lighthouse also helps facilitate and even hosts “work experiences” at our agency and within the community. These two to three-month on-the-job training opportunities enable a person who has lost vision or who has never had vision and has no work experience to work in a “safe and adapted” environment to build skills and confidence. Employers who host a work experience client incur no costs or risks as this program is subsidized by the Florida Department of Education.
The Lighthouse has had great success with our Job Readiness Training Program. One success story is about a Citrus County resident named Ben. At 30 years of age, Ben was forced to leave his very successful employment in the national automobile dealership trader field due to the rapid onset of vision loss. This devastating loss of income and self-sufficiency was very traumatic. However, because of Ben’s continual motivation to return to work, and with the comprehensive services of Lighthouse counselors and teachers, he is now back at work and has a very bright future in his career of choice.
Another Lighthouse success story is Wendy, who has adjusted to her loss of vision by working with the professionals at the Lighthouse. Wendy, a former secretary, returned to college and earned an Associate’s Degree in preparation for her upcoming Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Wendy enrolled in a very exclusive and selective National Industries of the Blind cooperative training program with the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Acquisition University, and after completing the coursework, is qualified for a position with the U.S. Army as a Civilian Contract Specialist.
Over the past year, we have worked with over 70 persons with an employment goal, to help them learn adaptive skills, get their GED or college degree, find employment, and complete work experiences at the Lighthouse and in the community. It has been amazing to see what our clients have accomplished, and we are proud that we were able to play a part in their success. We are also grateful for the support of the community. If you would like to learn how you can help individuals who are blind get jobs, please contact the Lighthouse.
Please visit our http://lvib.org/employment to learn about our new employment initiatives for persons who are visually impaired and blind.
4. People Making a Difference
Bruce Mills, Past Lighthouse Board President
Bruce and his wife Monica, two invaluable supporters of the Lighthouse
Bruce Mills has been on the Lighthouse Board of Directors since 2006. In the fiscal year ending 2010, he was the President of the Board. Bruce is a past president of the Rotary Club of New Port Richey, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Pasco County, and his son’s Boy Scout Troop. He has served as the chair of several events and committees, including the Chasco Fiesta Boat Parade and the Boy Scout Eagle Board of Review. Bruce is the Chairman-Elect of the West Pasco Chamber of Commerce. He was honored as King Pithla at the Lighthouse’s 2006 Chasco Coronation Ball.
Professionally, Bruce has worked for the CPA firm of Prosser Howells, P.A., for the last three years. Previous to that, he and Monica, his wife, owned Gulfside Docks Corporation, which became the largest marine contractor in the area. They sold the business in 2008.
Bruce has been married for 26 years and has two boys in college. He does a lot of bicycle riding, which includes three RAGBRAIs— the world’s largest bicycle ride with 20,000 cyclists pedaling seven days and 500 miles across Iowa. He also enjoys snow skiing and swimming. In 2009, Bruce entered the 12.5 mile Swim Around Key West, which took seven and a half hours to complete.
Sylvia Perez, Executive Director, says, “Bruce and Monica Mills are tremendously supportive of the Lighthouse and our mission. We can always count on them to help when called on, and Bruce is always willing to share his wisdom and business knowledge. We are grateful for their support.”
Betty Kolongowski, Volunteer, Driver, Art Teacher
Betty and Sylvia with our budding artists (Betty is in the back row, second from the left)
Betty Kolongowski first came to the Lighthouse in January as a result of a posting for administrative volunteers on VolunteerMatch.org. During her interview with the Executive Director, Sylvia Perez, Betty learned of the many ways the Lighthouse uses volunteers and needs assistance. She began right away by volunteering as an art teacher for seniors with vision impairments. She also volunteered to provide numerous rides for clients, regardless of how early she had to start her day.
Betty’s art class was an instant success. Although Betty had never taught art before, she was very resourceful. She was able to put together a three-month program, based on information gathered from the library and the Internet. She collected materials from yard sales, neighbors, and the Dollar Store. As the seniors created artwork that included ‘Oceans in a bottle,’ Valentine cards, scented bath beads, painted flowers, and Easter Eggs, they became very social and committed. During class, they spoke about their lives and helped each other to complete each project. Some enjoyed the art class so much, they would not schedule anything on ‘art class’ days.
At the end of the program, the seniors organized a potluck and then attended a ceremony where they received diplomas in recognition of their individual traits, such as Best Finger Painter, Culinary Artist, Painter of Flowers, and Most Helpful. The diplomas were all in fun and were well received.
Many seniors said, “When we are in class, we never want to leave. We made so many great and interesting things, and had a great time with Betty and with each other.” Betty was also grateful for the experience. “I was in awe of them. I would watch them use magnifying glasses to see as they painted, and it made me admire them—their learned abilities and improved attitudes about themselves.” She also felt appreciated. Betty was such a dedicated and reliable volunteer, she became a part of Lighthouse’s paid staff in May.
The art class wrapped up just in time for the teen transition program and the children’s summer camp to begin. Again, Betty became deeply involved as she drove countless miles to help the teens participate. She also provided support for the teens as required. Then she became the lead in Kids’ Camp where she worked to entertain and care for a group of energy-filled children.
According to Sylvia, this summer’s Kids’ Camp was a huge success because of Betty’s creativity, compassion, and dedication. She worked tirelessly to plan activities the children would really enjoy and from which they would learn a great deal.
For Betty, being at the Lighthouse is not a job; it’s a hobby and an inspiration. She is thrilled to be able to help people with vision impairments.
5. Donors’ Corner
The Lighthouse appreciates the support of our generous donors. Our funding is limited, therefore we need your help to meet the need for services. Please support the Lighthouse by making donations, volunteering your time and expertise, and providing much needed gifts-in-kind from our Wish List. You can also become a member of The Friends of the Lighthouse Annual Giving Program or The Lighthouse Legacy Society, or you can purchase a State of Vision License Plate. Please help raise awareness about vision impairment and services by telling your contacts about the Lighthouse. For information on all the ways to support our mission, please visit www.lvib.org/help/donate.
Recent Donations & Other Support
RECENT LIGHTHOUSE DONATIONS include Kohl’s, Pasco Aging Network, Walmart, Hernando Community Resource Council, as well as:
- Kids’ Camp at Arthur Murray Palm Harbor.
Arthur Murray Palm Harbor donated countless hours of dance instruction to our children and teens (see photo on the right), and recently they held a fundraiser for the Lighthouse. They raised over $400 which includes a donation from the Dancing Swans! Kudos to Arthur Murray for holding a fundraiser for the Lighthouse. Others are invited to do the same. If you would like to hold a fundraiser for the Lighthouse, let us know.
The Lighthouse recently became a partner agency of the United Way of Hernando County, who is supporting independent living and employment training for Hernando residents. It is always an honor to be a United Way agency!
A brief list of donors, Friends of the Lighthouse members, and volunteers is provided below. Please visit www.lvib.org/help/our-supporters for an expanded listing.
Thank you to everyone for your support of persons with vision impairments.
Donors of $200+ Since January 2011
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Friends of the Lighthouse Annual Giving Program
Volunteers with 50+ Hours Since May 2011
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6. Events Calendar — Coming This Fall
Brooksville Community Yard Sale
Friday, October 7, 2011
8am to 2pm
Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind, Inc.
6492 California St., Brooksville, FL 34609
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – COME ONE, COME ALL!
Sales merchandise includes WebStore movies, music, books & books on CD + select Vision Aids.
Other Service Organizations are invited to set up a table to sell their own merchandise for a fee of $25. Please email events@lvib.org for details.
White Cane Safety Awareness Day
Saturday, October 15, 2011
10am to 1pm
Anderson Snow Park
1360 Anderson Snow Rd, Spring Hill, FL 34609
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – RSVP by calling 352-754-1132
A walk in the park, games, simulation with blindfold, and trivia—all to celebrate National White Cane Awareness.
Check http://lvib.org/events closer to the date for details and activities in your area!
7. About Us
The mission of the Lighthouse is to provide persons who are visually impaired with the skills needed to achieve their maximum independence. We provide free, individualized rehabilitation services to persons who are visually impaired and their families. We are designated by the Florida Division of Blind Services as the only community resource provider of vision rehabilitation in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus Counties.
Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)3 charity, registration number CH662. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Official registration can also be viewed online at http://csapp.800helpfla.com/cspublicapp/giftgiversquery/giftgiversquery.aspx.
The Lighthouse is funded in part by the Department of Education, Division of Blind Services, by the United Way of Pasco, the United Way of Hernando, and by Pasco County Commissioners. We also depend on fundraising and donations from clubs, businesses and private citizens in order to meet the need for services.
Lighthouse programs and services for all ages include outreach, independent living skills, assistive technology, Braille, orientation and mobility, adjustment to blindness, Little Lighthouse for babies, summer camp for children, transition to adulthood for teens, job readiness for adults and support groups for adults, seniors, parents and partners.
Services are provided one-on-one or in a small group format. Classes are held in our offices located in Port Richey and Brooksville. We also provide classes in the community, in cities such as Zephyrhills, Dade City and Lecanto. Home-based training is available to many individuals. Transportation is available for training.
Persons in need of our services can contact the Lighthouse directly. Please plan a visit to the Lighthouse to determine if our services are right for you. We also welcome referrals from family members, friends, doctors, and other professionals. To make a referral or to learn about eligibility requirements, call us or visit our web site. For your convenience, a referral form can be downloaded from www.lvib.org/programs.
Contact, Read About or Visit the Lighthouse
Sylvia Stinson-Perez, Executive Director: sperez@lvib.org
Board and staff directory: http://lvib.org/about/staff
General email: lighthouse@lvib.org
Visit our website: www.lvib.org
Read our blog and sign up for blog updates: www.lvib.org/lighthouse-blog
Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/LighthousefortheV.I.Pasco.Hernando.Citrus
You can also read Sylvia’s Guide Dog Tale at www.lighthousepasco.wordpress.com
| Pasco: 8610 Galen Wilson Blvd. Port Richey, FL 34668 Phone: 727-815-0303 Fax: 727-815-0203 |
Hernando: 6492 California St. Brooksville, FL 34604 Phone: 352-754-1132 Fax: 352-754-5118 |
Citrus: Toll Free (for all locations): 1-866-962-5254 |
About LVIB IN TOUCH
LVIB IN TOUCH is a free quarterly newsletter produced and distributed by Lighthouse for the Visually Impaired and Blind.
Thank you to ABCO Graphics & Printing, Inc. for sponsoring this edition of LVIB IN TOUCH. ABCO Graphics & Printing, Inc. did a great job printing and assembling our printed newsletter, and their donation is very much appreciated.- Contributors to this edition of LVIB IN TOUCH include Andrea Wallace, Betty Kolongowski, Brad Taylor, Bruce Mills, Eryn Kawecki, Kyle Kiper, Linda Mitscher, Melissa Salmon, Meredith McInnes, Patricia Porter, Sandy Barley, and Sylvia Stinson-Perez.
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