Beyond Blindness

Beyond Blindness Our Mission: to empower children with visual impairments and other disabilities to achieve their ful

Beginning next week, our Learning Link program will have updated hours! Join us for the same great early‑learning activi...
02/01/2026

Beginning next week, our Learning Link program will have updated hours! Join us for the same great early‑learning activities now on Tuesday afternoons from 2:30–4:30 PM. Our Thursday morning session will continue at its regular time, 9:30–11:30 AM.

Don’t miss out on this free program designed especially for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. We can’t wait to learn and play with you!

Image description: Graphic titled “New Hours! Learning Link at Beyond Blindness.” It lists program hours: Tuesdays 2:30–4:30 PM and Thursdays 9:30–11:30 AM, along with the Santa Ana address. Icons highlight that the program is for children ages 0–5 and caregivers, with play‑based learning and school readiness. Three photos show children and caregivers engaging in hands‑on activities like pretend play, crafts, and sensory play. The Beyond Blindness logo appears at the bottom.

01/30/2026

Celebrating accessibility and creativity during !
 
Our Orientation & Mobility Specialist, Calyssa, designed and created new tactile signs featuring matching objects and braille to help students identify spaces around our Santa Ana campus.
 
These tactile signs will make a meaningful difference for our blind and visually impaired students by helping them navigate campus more independently and safely.
 
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Video description: A video clip flashing to pictures of tactile cues outside doorframes.

We’re excited to welcome our community for an evening dedicated to inclusion, growth, and the power of teamwork! This ye...
01/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome our community for an evening dedicated to inclusion, growth, and the power of teamwork! This year’s event features a special keynote from Craig Fitzpatrick, blind hockey advocate, who will share an inspiring message about teamwork and building a more inclusive world where everyone can thrive.
This signature celebration honors children with visual impairments and their families, who prove every day that obstacles do not define potential.

With more than 200 guests expected, including Orange County business leaders, community partners, alumni families, and supporters, this event directly benefits our programs, helping us serve over 500 children and 1,000 family members each year through early intervention, education, enrichment, and family support services.

Be part of this impactful evening.
For event details, tickets, and ways to support please visit https://www.beyondblindness.org/special-events/vision-beyond-sight-celebration/

Glaucoma isn’t just an adult condition, children can be affected too. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and we’re sha...
01/27/2026

Glaucoma isn’t just an adult condition, children can be affected too.

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and we’re sharing a few key facts to help children and families better understand this condition.

Swipe through to learn more about , how it impacts kids, and why early detection matters.



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Image 1: Graphic stating January is Glaucoma Awareness Month with Beyond Blindness logo; Image 2: Graphic explaining glaucoma as diseases causing increased eye pressure and vision loss; Image 3: Graphic explaining that children can be born with glaucoma or develop early‑onset glaucoma; Image 4: Graphic stating early detection is critical for improving lifelong vision outcomes Image 5: Graphic stating children with glaucoma risk factors may need early eye exams.

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a leader who championed inclusion, representation, ...
01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a leader who championed inclusion, representation, and justice, his values continue to inspire us. We’re proud to carry forward these principles in the work we do each day to support and serve our community.

We heard we're taking in back to 2016!A decade of growth, impact, community, and even a new name… but one thing hasn’t c...
01/16/2026

We heard we're taking in back to 2016!

A decade of growth, impact, community, and even a new name… but one thing hasn’t changed: our incredible supporters.

Check out this throwback from the 2016 Destination Independence Walk featuring our now‑board member, Jodi Ristrom! 💜

Here’s to then, now, and everything ahead.

#2016

Image description: Group of people in matching green shirts posing outdoors with a large tan dog sitting in front

This week, we kicked off 2026 by hosting our first Beyond Vision Leadership Academy workshop! This new program empowers...
01/09/2026

This week, we kicked off 2026 by hosting our first Beyond Vision Leadership Academy workshop! This new program empowers teens and young adults who are blind, visually impaired, or siblings of someone who is, by providing opportunities to build leadership skills.

Our first session focused on independence and advocacy and featured two Orientation and Mobility Specialists who shared insights on getting involved in IEPs and advocating for themselves in all areas of life.

It was truly inspiring to see these students so engaged and passionate about shaping their future!

Today on World Braille Day, we celebrate Louis Braille, the inventor of the tactile reading and writing system. Braille ...
01/05/2026

Today on World Braille Day, we celebrate Louis Braille, the inventor of the tactile reading and writing system. Braille plays a crucial role in the independence and human rights of blind and visually impaired individuals by promoting accessibility, education, and inclusion in society. We're proud to celebrated this important day, and be a part of this community.



(Image description: Hands reading a braille book, with the words World Braille Day and the Beyond Blindness logo.)

As we close out 2025, your gift can help even more kids start the new year with opportunity and independence. Give befor...
12/30/2025

As we close out 2025, your gift can help even more kids start the new year with opportunity and independence. Give before December 31 and help us make a lasting impact for children with visual impairments and their family.

Together, we can create a brighter, more independent future for every child we serve.

Support Beyond Blindness kiddos: https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/2025-beyond-blindness-year-end-campaign

From all of us at Beyond Blindness, wishing you a safe, healthy and happy holiday season.💜Image description: People gath...
12/25/2025

From all of us at Beyond Blindness, wishing you a safe, healthy and happy holiday season.💜

Image description: People gathered outdoors on a sunny day with holiday lights and a ‘Happy Holidays’ message across the image.

12/23/2025

As we head into the holidays and reflect on the past 12 months, we’re humbled by the progress we’ve made together. This year, we had the honor of serving 500 children and 1,000 family members through our Journey of Care. From forging new partnerships and opening two new playgrounds, to witnessing children reach milestones once thought impossible, we’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to do this work.
 
Every milestone, each success and every life we touch is the reflection of a dedicated staff, generous volunteers and donors, and impactful partners. Thank you for your belief in our mission.

Video description: A 2-minute long highlight reel with photos and video from the past 12 months.

12/23/2025

As we head into the holidays and reflect on the past 12 months, we're humbled by the progress we've made. We've had the honor and privilege of serving 500 children and 1,000 family members through our Journey of Care. From forging new partnerships and opening two new playgrounds, to witnessing children reach milestones once thought impossible, we're incredibly grateful to do this work.

Every milestone, each success, and every life we touch is a reflection of a dedicated staff, generous volunteers and donors, and impactful partners. Thank you for believing in our mission and for strengthening this community with us.

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18542 Vanderlip Avenue
Santa Ana, CA
92705

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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+17145738888

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