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Volunteers
Thank you volunteers!
April is National Volunteer Month, a time to honor and thank our 100+ community volunteers, board members and corporate partners…
Technology
Prodigi Connect 12: See the big picture
The Prodigi™ Connect 12 from Humanware is a powerful digital magnifier and 12-inch tablet that can be used just about…
Living with Vision Loss
Imre’s journey
“There is something wrong with your child’s vision” Hearing these words can change your life forever. It leaves parents with…
Programs & Services
Help for children with vision loss
Q&A with Kathy Bonesho, OT Therapy Manager at Vision Forward with over 20 years of experience working with children who…
Events
Vision Forward is Central Standard’s Charity of the Month
Vision Forward is honored to be Central Standard Craft Distillery‘s February Charity of the Month! Try their featured cocktail of…
Braille Challenge featured on Fox 6 News
Thank you to FOX6 News Milwaukee for helping to create awareness of the abilities of youth with vision loss with…
Vision Forward to host Braille Challenge
Media Advisory 14 Students Who Are Legally Blind Take Part In Vision Forward Regional Braille Challenge to Showcase Reading/ Writing…
Events
Vision Connections Conference: The first step to seeing things differently
“Excellent speakers, great content, I learned a lot!” – Conference Attendee As part of Vision Forward’s commitment to providing education…
Staff & Board
Service to Others
In December two of our Board Officers, Nona Graves and Mike Aprahamian, who to date have provided 70 years of…
Technology
OrCam “See for yourself”
The OrCam is an innovative, life-changing device for people with vision loss. The OrCam is a pair of glasses with…
Programs & Services
What to Expect with Low Vision Services
Q&A with Dr. Heather Hinson Q: What is the difference between a standard eye exam and a low vision evaluation?…
Programs & Services
Through the Lens of Vision Loss
Vision loss in the United States continues to rise, affecting people regardless of age, race, gender, economic status and educational…
Dining in the Dark featured on CBS 58
November 6, 2016: Special thanks to CBS 58 for sharing our Dining in the Dark event with the community. CBS…
In the News
Dining in the Dark – An enlightening experience
October 25, 2016 DINING IN THE DARK OFFERS AN ENLIGHTENING EXPERIENCE Vision Forward hosts 9th annual sensory experience to raise…
In the News
Share Your Heart!
Heart of Canal Street is Potawatomi Hotel & Casino’s community program that raises funds for children’s charities – and Vision Forward is…
In the News
Myah’s story featured on WISN
United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County is running a clip on WISN that features Myah’s story, a child…
Myah’s story featured in United Way video
Myah, a six-year old client in our Children’s Program, will be highlighted as part of the United Way of Greater Milwaukee…
Fox 6 “Beyond the Game” segment features Vision Forward’s Youth Sports Camp
Vision Forward’s Sports Camp for youth with vision loss was featured in the Fox 6 segment, “Beyond the Game” Wednesday,…
In the News
Vision Forward is Blue’s Egg – Egg Plate Charity this August!
Vision Forward is thrilled to have been chosen as Blue’s Egg – Egg Plate Charity for the month of August. …
In the News
Dream provides youth with vision loss sports opportunities
Dream provides youth with vision loss sports opportunities (MILWAUKEE, WI. – June 28, 2016) – Vision Forward Association will host…
Myah’s milestones
Myah, a six-year old client in our Children’s Program, is highlighted in the Waukesha Freeman as a child who has…
Research Study Opportunities
Alex Cohen, a blind doctoral student in the marketing department at Drexel University in Philadelphia, is launching two new projects….
The David Coverdale and Industries for the Blind Scholarship
The David Coverdale and Industries for the Blind Scholarship for the Blind and Visually Impaired In memory of esteemed board…
Events
Save the Date for the Vision Connections Conference
Join us for the Vision Connections Conference and: Learn how to live with your vision loss. Access information, support and…