East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind Inc

East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind Inc We empower the blind.

Created in 1976 to serve the needs of the blind and visually impaired, the mission of The Lighthouse in Tyler, Texas is the rehabilitation, education, training and employment of people who are blind or visually impaired. To accomplish that, The Lighthouse offers a wide range of programs and services including employment, adaptive equipment, independent living skills training, orientation and mobility training and a fully stocked low vision aids store.

Thank you to Habitat for Humanity of Smith County and others for showing up despite the risky weather !
10/26/2025

Thank you to Habitat for Humanity of Smith County and others for showing up despite the risky weather !

Thank you Bullard ISD for sharing your incredible students with us for the day!
10/25/2025

Thank you Bullard ISD for sharing your incredible students with us for the day!

10/24/2025

2025 White Cane Day

10/24/2025

White Cane day is happening !!!!

10/24/2025

There is a cell coming through that should be clear by 8 am, and it’s clear for our event after. The current plan is to continue but if we cancel it will be posted here, and would be announced before 8:30 am.

10/24/2025

We are up early this morning to check the condition of the park after overight scattered showers. As of right now, we are not canceled. Check back here for any announcements regarding White Cane Day.

Tomorrow is the day! Join us from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Bergfeld Park in Tyler for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Da...
10/23/2025

Tomorrow is the day!
Join us from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Bergfeld Park in Tyler for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day. Let's come together and celebrate independence, community, and accessibility!
The Group Walk kicks off at 10:30 a.m., followed by a great lineup of food trucks, local vendors, and entertainment.
Bring your friends, family, and coworkers and join us for an inspiring time with the East Texas blind and visually impaired community!
Learn more at easttexaslighthouse.org/white-cane-day

A huge thank you to Heaton Eye Associates for being a Sponsor for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day! Heaton is pr...
10/22/2025

A huge thank you to Heaton Eye Associates for being a Sponsor for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day!
Heaton is providing water for participants in our Group Walk, helping everyone stay refreshed as we celebrate independence, accessibility, and community. We’re so grateful for our amazing partners who support the East Texas Lighthouse mission and those we serve across East Texas.
We can’t wait to see you this Friday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Bergfeld Park for an unforgettable day of connection and celebration!

October is both Blind Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating by shini...
10/21/2025

October is both Blind Awareness Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating by shining a light on the value, talent, and independence of individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
Our latest blog explores how East Texas Lighthouse initiatives like Vision Awareness Training and Camp Lighthouse, along with employment opportunities in Client Services and at Horizon Industries, empower people to thrive at every stage of life.
Read the full article at https://www.easttexaslighthouse.org/october-awareness/

We’re thrilled to welcome Leader Dogs for the Blind to this year’s East Texas White Cane Day! Their mission is to empowe...
10/20/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Leader Dogs for the Blind to this year’s East Texas White Cane Day!
Their mission is to empower people who are blind or visually impaired with the lifelong skills needed for safe, confident, and independent travel. Through their Orientation & Mobility and Guide Dog programs, they help individuals 16 and older gain the tools, skills, and confidence to move through the world independently.
Come meet the Leader Dogs team at Bergfeld Park on Friday, October 24th!

The countdown is on! Just one week to go until we gather at Bergfeld Park for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day!J...
10/17/2025

The countdown is on! Just one week to go until we gather at Bergfeld Park for the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day!
Join us on Friday, October 24th from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for a day of community, connection, and celebration alongside a great lineup of vendors and partners who make this event so special.

10/15/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and we’re proud to celebrate alongside our partners at National Industries for the Blind. The East Texas Lighthouse is honored to be an associated nonprofit of NIB, doing our part locally to continue our shared mission right here in East Texas!

Address

411 W Front Street
Tyler, TX
75702

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19035933111

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