Classes

Classes and groups are available to individuals with vision loss. For more information on joining a group or scheduling an appointment with a specialist, please contact Savannah at 850-942-3658, Ext 206 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Please RSVP for classes to Savannah at 850-942-3658 #206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Field Trip Fridays - Lunch & Movie
    Monthly on the 4th Friday of every month
    Friday, May 23rd
    Meet at Independence Landing, 3025 School House Road at 11:30 for Lunch followed by a movie at Noon.
    Group Leader: Cassandra Jessie, VRT
    More Field Trip Fridays to come - watch for announcements on social media and LBB's website.

  • Beginning Orientation & Mobility Training
    Wednesday, May 14th and 28th | 10:30 am to 12:30 pm | LBB
    Monthly on 2nd & 4th Wednesday
    Orientation is an individual's ability to know where you are in a given space. Mobility is navigating between two places safely, efficiently, and as independently as possible. You will learn white cane techniques as well as human guide instructions. In addition, you will learn how to utilize public transportation.
    Group Leader: Jennifer Stephens, TVI COMS

  • Beginning Braille Group 
    Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday | Tuesday, May 20th | Noon to 1:30 pm
    You will explore casual and fun uses of braille along with other tactile techniques to engage in the world around you.
    Group Leader: Janet Acheson Ed.S. TVI

  • Intermediate Braille Group 
    Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday | Tuesday, May 13th | 10 am to Noon
    You will learn how to apply braille into your daily activities. This group will be helpful for those receiving individual braille lessons at LBB and those who already know braille.
    Group Leader: Janet Acheson Ed.S. TVI

  • Vision Loss Peer Support Group
    1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month | Noon to 1:30 pm
    Wednesday, May 7th and 21st
    Group Leader: Jeffery Douglas MSW

  • Employment Readiness Group
    Tuesday | 10 am to 11:30 am | Group Call | Please call Jeff for number.
    Thursday | 10 am to 11:30 am | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: Jeffery Douglas MSW

  • Beginning iPhone & iPad Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features and ask questions
    Tuesday | 1 pm to 3 pm | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • Advanced iPhone & Android Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features with questions and answers
    Wednesday | 1 pm to 3 pm | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • iPhone and iPad Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features with questions and answers
    Wednesday | 3 pm to 4 pm | Group Call Only | Please call John at 850-942-3658 Ext 222 to connect with the group.
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • Computer Lab - Available to LBB clients
    Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday | 10 am to 3 pm | Please call John at 850-556-3329 to schedule a time.
    In person instruction is available on all computers and assistive technology devices including iPad, iPhone, Android, Braille Displays, Windows PC, Alexa, Chromebook, Mac, FUSION, JAWS, Notetakers, NVDA, OrCam, Windows Magnifier, Windows Narrator, Windows PC, ZoomText Magnifier, and ZoomText Magnifier \ Reader. We also provide practice on Windows PC and typing accuracy skills.

  • Community Groups – Monthly Vision Loss Support Group
    Groups are for seniors who are visually impaired and their family and friends. You are welcome to join a group if you or a loved one are experiencing vision loss. Individuals attending are in all stages of vision loss. 

    • Westminster Oaks – 2nd Wednesday of the month 
      LBB Monthly Vision Loss Support Group 
      Wednesday, May 14th | 2:30 – 3:30 pm
      Parry Center - Fireside Room 
      Group Leader: Janet Acheson
      Join LBB’s Vision Loss Support Group for individuals who are visually impaired, experiencing vision loss, or have a loved one or friend experiencing vision loss. Individuals attending are in all stages of vision loss.
      Open to the public.

    • Westminster Oaks - Assistive Technology Training
      Thursday, May 1st and 15th
      1st and 3rd Thursday of every month | 10 am to 11:30 am | LBB
      Transportation to LBB provided by Westminster Oaks.
      This training will teach how technology (cell phones, tablets, pads, and/or laptops) can provide more independence to individuals with vision loss. Please bring the device you would like to learn more about.
      Group Leader: John Ryan

    • Advent Christian Village – 1st Monday of the Month*
      Monday, May 5th       | 1:30 to 3 pm
      Old Pavilion Room
      Group Leader: Wayne Warner
      Open to the public.
      *If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, class will be held on the following Monday. 

  • Youth Group (ages 6 to 22) 
    Sharon Scherbarth Simmons, COMS CTVI, Children's Program Director
    Terrence Snider, Transition Program Director

    May Calendar:
      
    • Thursday, May 1 | Youth Group | Work-Based Learning Experience & Community Integration | Wakulla High School Play | 6:30 – 9 pm
    • Saturday, May 3 | Youth Group | Work-Based Learning Experience & Community Integration | Night of Joy Prom at Wakulla Springs | 5 to 8 pm
    • Sunday, May 4 | Capital Lanes Bowling Alley | 1 to 3 pm
    • Saturday, May 10 | Transition Group | Workplace Readiness & Job Exploration Training | LBB | 10 am to 2 pm
    • Saturday, May 17 | Transition Group | Work-Based Learning Experience & Workplace Readiness Training | LBB | 10 am to 2 pm
    • Sunday, May 18 | Capital Lanes Bowling Alley | 1 to 3 pm
    • Tuesday, May 20 | Youth Group | Work-Based Learning Experience & Activities of Daily Living | LBB | 5 to 7 pm

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