LBB provides several Adult and Youth Programs for individuals who are blind or visually impaired in Franklin, Gadsden, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla Counties. Services include adjustment counseling, support groups, employment skills, daily living techniques, communication, leisure, orientation and mobility, assistive technology, and computer skills.

To enroll in an LBB program, please complete the intake referral form. Please mail forms to 3071 HIghland Oaks Terrace, Tallahassee FL 32301 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to LBB. Please let us know if you need assistance completing the form by calling LBB at 850-942-3658 or toll free at 888-827-6033 if you are located outside of Leon County.  

Weekly Group Activities 

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• Employment Readiness Group 
  Group Leader, Jeffery Douglas, MSW, Programs Specialist
  Tuesday & Thursday | 10 am - 11:30 am
  
  
• Peer Support Group - Stronger Together
  Group Leader, Janet Acheson, TVI
  1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  
  
• iPhone & iPad Group
  Learn how to use accessibility features on iPhones and iPads.
  Group Leader, Charles Achesson, Vision Rehabilitation Case Manager
  Tuesday | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | In-person only
  Thursday | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Group Call | Please contact LBB for details
  
  
• Transition Group (ages 14 - 21)
  Group Leader, Michael Elliott, LCSW
  Saturday | 9 am - Noon