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Support Groups for Blind or Visually Impaired Individuals offered by American Council of the Blind at Yakima Valley Council of the Blind

2117 O Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221

Eligibility

People who are blind or visually impaired, as well as people living with and/or caring for people who are blind or visually impaired or those interested in working with the blind or visually impaired.

Hours

Hours vary. Annual picnic yearly in June. National ACB convention yearly in July.

Application process

Call or visit website for more information.

Fees

$5 per year; people who cannot afford to pay are still invited to group meetings.

Service area

Yakima, WA
Skagit, WA
Wahkiakum, WA
Skamania, WA
Cowlitz, WA
Clark, WA

Other Information

Payment Options

Flat Rate
Low-Cost/Sliding Scale

Disabilities & Health Conditions

Blindness/Low Vision

Description

Offers support groups for people who are blind or visually impaired, as well as people living with and/or caring for people who are blind or visually impaired. Groups occur during monthly meetings, which includes the group's business meeting and entertainment. Transportation can be provided to most meetings and events, if arranged in advance. Provides a monthly newsletter that informs members of upcoming activities and items of interest to the blind community.

Providing organization

American Council of the Blind

Works to increase independence, security, equality of opportunity, and to improve quality of life for people who are blind or visually impaired. Provides non-medical information and referral, college scholarships, and some legal assistance. Publishes magazine, "The ACB Braille Forum," in braille, large print, on digital cartridge.