Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services LLC

11/21/2025

As Thanksgiving Break begins, Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services wishes everyone a safe, warm, and restful week ahead.

We hope you take time to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with friends and family.

11/20/2025

In case you missed it: FLVBS is partnering with Hadley to bring our clients even more training, resources, and support. This collaboration gives individuals who are blind or visually impaired free access to Hadley’s independent-living workshops and learning tools, helping them build confidence and independence every day.

We’re excited to continue expanding what’s possible for the communities we serve.

Read the full announcement here: https://floridavbs.org/news/hadley-partnership

11/17/2025

We are honored that Hadley has recognized Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services (FLVBS) with the Help Is in Sight Award.
FLVBS addresses the critical need for increased accessibility for blind and visually-impaired individuals in Florida. We are dedicated to helping them achieve their goals and gain greater independence and freedoms through accessible education, training, and support services.
Thank you, Hadley, for this recognition and for your partnership in expanding access and opportunities for Floridians with vision loss. We look forward to continuing this work together.

Hadley is proud to honor Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services LLC (FLVBS) with our Help Is in Sight Award!

FLVBS empowers Floridians who are blind or facing vision loss with support, training, and education to help them achieve their goals and gain greater independence.

We are grateful to FLVBS for partnering with us to empower more Floridians with vision loss.

11/14/2025

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone at the Run for Inclusion tomorrow, November 15, in Winter Garden, Florida.

This annual 5K brings together families, advocates, and organizations to celebrate accessibility and inclusion for individuals of all abilities.

FLVBS is proud to stand with our community in support of a future where everyone can participate fully, on and off the course.

11/13/2025

November 13 is the International Day of the Blind.

Today we honor the strength, innovation, and independence of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. We also recognize the ongoing importance of creating environments, technologies, and opportunities that allow everyone to thrive.

At FLVBS, we remain dedicated to empowering independence through accessibility and community support.

11/12/2025

Join us for our next Empowerment Through Technology group class on November 19 at 11 a.m., featuring Russ from the National Federation of the Blind.

The class will be held at the Ocala Center for Independent Living (CIL) and virtually.

Russ will share valuable resources and insights on how the NFB supports individuals who are blind or visually impaired through advocacy, education, and community programs.

Register to attend: https://forms.office.com/r/QPvfNhWwZD

11/11/2025

On Veterans Day, we pause to recognize the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. Their courage and commitment continue to inspire our work each day.

FLVBS is proud to collaborate with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs to expand access to assistive technology, training, and rehabilitation services for veterans living with vision loss. Together, we help those who served our country regain independence and continue leading fulfilling, purpose-driven lives.

Today and every day, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who have served and reaffirm our commitment to supporting them through accessibility, empowerment, and community connection.

11/10/2025

On November 15, our team will attend the Run for Inclusion event in Winter Garden, Florida, hosted by The French Family Foundation. This annual 5K celebrates diversity, accessibility, and the power of coming together to create a more inclusive world for individuals of all abilities.

At FLVBS, we remain committed to breaking down barriers through technology, education, and advocacy; events like this reflect what inclusion looks like in action. We hope to see you there!

- Location: 16016 New Independence Parkway, Winter Garden, FL 34787
- Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
- Learn more: fff5kfunrun.com

11/06/2025

November is National Assistive Technology Awareness Month, a time to highlight how innovation helps remove barriers for people who are blind or visually impaired.

At Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services, we help individuals gain greater independence through technology. Our team provides hands-on training, one-on-one device support, and personalized guidance to find tools that fit each person’s needs.

Devices like the Meta Rayban, CloverBook Pro, and Prodigi for Windows are just a few examples of the assistive technology solutions we demonstrate and help clients access to support reading, learning, and daily living with confidence.

We’re proud to celebrate the power of assistive technology and the independence it makes possible.

10/15/2025

Today, we proudly recognize White Cane Safety Day, a celebration of independence, mobility, and the achievements of individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

For many of the people we serve, the white cane is more than a mobility aid. It’s a symbol of freedom, confidence, and equal participation in everyday life. At Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services, we’re honored to support this independence through training, advocacy, and access to assistive technology that empowers individuals to move safely and live fully.

Let’s continue building communities where accessibility and respect are part of every journey.

10/07/2025

We're proud to partner with the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida and the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology, Inc for this month’s Empowerment Through Technology group class.

This month’s session will feature hands-on demonstrations of the new Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) devices. Join us in person or virtually via Zoom to experience these tools and connect with other community members and assistive technology professionals.

- CIL Ocala Office
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- 2760 SE 17th Street, Suite 300, Ocala, FL 34471

Register today: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7-D-ERe5v0azsOMXe4nDqnN_LESQXQRLu6DyO9mgOe9UREUxUFFXODFBMTdONkVXVUs3MFdIVUUwMS4u

10/03/2025

Florida Visually Impaired and Blind Services LLC is excited to attend the National Federation of the Blind of Florida State Convention, taking place this weekend in Altamonte Springs, Florida. The convention serves as one of the largest and most important gatherings for blind and visually impaired individuals, families, and service providers across the state.

We look forward to connecting with attendees, sharing our programs, and learning alongside the community. If you’re attending, we invite you to stop by and meet our team!

For more information, visit: http://nfbflorida.org/affiliate-convention