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..
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- 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.
- Westminster Oaks – 2nd Wednesday of the month
- 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.
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- 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
- Student Assistance at LBB to help with homework or studying