Classes

Classes are available to individuals with vision loss and we do not charge clients to attend. For more information on joining a group or scheduling an appiontment with a specialist, please call Jeanette Head at LBB at 850.942.3658, Ext 216 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

You may also follow us on Facebook (Lighthouse BigBend) and Instagram (lbb-lighthouseofthebigbend) for more information. 

  • Vision Loss Peer Support Group - Stronger Together
    1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month | Noon to 1:30 pm
    Group Leader: Janet Acheson, Ed.S., CTVI, Programs Specialist

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

  • iPhone Lesson Group - Learn accessibility features on iPhones and iPads
    Tuesday | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: John Ryan, Programs Specialist

  • iPhone Support Group - Questions & Answers
    Thursday | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Group Call
    Group Leader: John Ryan, Programs Specialist

  • Computer Lab open to LBB clients - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 10 am to 3 pm
    In person instruction on all Assistive Technology devices including Android, Braille Displays, Chromebook, FUSION, IOS, iPhone, JAWS, Mac, Notetakers, NVDA, OrCam, practice typing skills, Windows Magnifier, Windows Narrator, practice using Windows PC, ZoomText Magnifier, ZoomText Magnifier \ Reader, and more.

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

    • Westminster Oaks – 2nd Wednesday of the month
      Wednesday, April 12th | 2:30 to 3:30 pm
      Group Leader: Janet Acheson, Ed.S., CTVI, Programs Specialist
      Westminster Oaks - Parry Center - Fireside Room

    • Advent Christian Village – 1st Monday of the Month*
      (For Advent Christian Village residents only)
      Monday, April 3rd | 1:30 to 3:00 pm
      Group Leader: Wayne Warner, Director of Adult Programs
      Advent Christian Village - Old Plantation Room
      *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, CTVI, COMS, Youth Programs & Orientation & Moblity Specialist
    Terrence Snider, Program Coordinator

March Youth Group Activities

Please note due to extenuating circumstances, an activity will be held virtually via Zoom.

    • Student Assistance at LBB to help with homework or studying
      Friday, March 3 | 4:00 to 6:00 pm

    • Volunteer Oportunity
      Sunday, March 5 | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Contact for more details.

    • Workplace Training at LBB
      Tuesday, March 7 | 4:30 to 6:30 pm

    • Zoom Call
      Thursday, March 9 | 4:30 to 5:30 pm

    • Student Assistance at LBB to help with homework or studying
      Friday, March 10 | 4:00 to 6:00 pm

    • Olive Garden Restaurat Experience
      Monday, March 13 | 4:30 - 7:00 pm
      Meet at LBB at 4:00 pm for transportation or meet us at Olive Garden.

    • Music Day at LBB 
      Thursday, March 16 | 4:30 - 6:30 pm

    • Capital Lanes Bowling
      Sunday, March 19 | 1:00 to 3:00 pm

    • Student Assisstance at LBB to help with homework or studying
      Friday, March 24 | 4:00 to 6:00 pm

    • Transition Only Activity with Tina Torrance
      Saturday, March 25 

    • Mac 'n Cheese Share Night at LBB
      Please bring your best style of Mac 'n Cheese to share!
      Tuesday, March 28 | 4:30 to 6:30 pm

    • Student Assistance at LBB to help with homework or studying
      Friday, March 31 | 4:00 to 6:00 pm