Horizons for the Blind

04/09/2026

It’s springtime and the flowers are starting to bloom like our appreciation for Jess and Kelly, who are celebrating work anniversaries this month! Thanks for all you do!

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

03/25/2026

Happy March Anniversary to a few people who have been bringing us luck for the better part of a decade—or four!

03/17/2026

May your day be full of good company, good stories, and a little extra luck.

03/11/2026

We would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Crystal Lake Lions Club for their generous donation. Your support truly means a lot to us and helps make a positive difference in our community. We appreciate your kindness and commitment to helping others. Thank you for your continued support!

03/11/2026

Accessibility is smart business. Which businesses do you see going above and beyond to welcome blind and visually impaired customers or employees? Tag or list them in the comments below.

03/08/2026

We are 49 years strong! 🎉

Horizons for the Blind is proud to celebrate nearly five decades of making the world more accessible for people who are blind or visually impaired. Thank you to everyone who has supported our mission—here’s to year 50 and beyond! 🧡🧡

03/03/2026

Who Wins with Large Print? People with digital eye strain or headaches Older adults and seniors Those with diabetic retinopathy or vision loss Readers with dyslexia
Horizons for the Blind can help.
(https://www.horizons-blind.org/)

02/27/2026

Experiencing cabin fever with your blind or visually impaired kiddo? Indoor playground feeling more “maze of doom” than fun zone? If you’re a business owner or manager, invite a local blind service organization like Horizons for the Blind to do an accessibility walk-through and spot quick wins and high-impact upgrades that can also boost your ticket sales. https://www.horizons-blind.org/get-in-touch/

02/24/2026

Horizons for the Blind helps turn everyday appliances into accessible ones, supplying several major brands with Braille accessory kits and control stickers so more people can confidently cook, learn, and live independently. Learn more at https://www.horizons-blind.org/transcriptions/appliance-vending-machine-overlays/

02/17/2026

Here’s an ability booster! Smart canes are white canes with built-in technology – like sensors, vibrations, GPS or phone connection – giving more information about the environment. https://www.horizons-blind.org/about/