August 16, 2023 The human sense of sight is a priceless gift that allows us to experience the world around us in vibrant detail. However, visual impairments can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. With advances in medical technology and an aging population, concerns about...
July 21, 2023 White Cane Safety Day is an annual reminder of the resilience and determination of visually impaired individuals. On October 6, 1964, a joint resolution of the U.S. Congress was signed into law, authorizing President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim October 15th of each...
July 19, 2023 In recent years, services available for blind and visually impaired individuals have advanced significantly, offering enhanced independence, professional development, and overall quality of life. Through assistive technology training, educational resources, orientation and mobility training, and employment services, the visually impaired can feel empowered...
KLTV Author: Andrea Valdez Published: July 6, 2023 TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - As people get older, many would think it is time to slow down and take it easy. However, with the help of new technology, it’s a new way to learn something every day. Eleanor Scott, 99, proves...
Tyler Morning Telegraph Author: Jessica Payne Published: July 4, 2023 The East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind recently held its second annual Camp Lighthouse last week focusing on independence. The camp is a way for blind and visually impaired high school students to have an opportunity to safely experience...
CBS 19 Author: José Alonzo Published: June 29, 2023 TYLER, Texas — It’s the season for summer camps and many within East Texas are already underway. While many focus on fun activities the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind's summer camp, Camp Lighthouse, is going the extra mile by...
Tyler Paper Author: Jennifer Scott Published: June 7, 2023 When Alberto Destarac began losing his vision last year, he felt his future was bleak, especially since he was attending the U.S. Naval Academy. “I just felt so defeated… I didn’t know how I was going to deal with it,”...
CBS 19 Author: Ashley French Published: 7:40 AM CDT May 17, 2023 LONGVIEW, Texas — The road to graduation is never easy. As a matter of fact, it's even harder for students living with a disability. Pine Tree High School senior Asia Self was born legally blind and...
PALESTINE, Texas (KLTV) - What started as a love for cars for an East Texas student has turned into a passion. “My goal is to own my own shop,” Tristen Stickle, senior at Jacksonville High School said. He has loved cars his whole life, and his favorites...
As part of their Subaru Support series, Peltier Subaru in Tyler is featuring a non-profit organization each month. For February, our latest stop takes us to the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit serving the blind and visually impaired through rehabilitation, education, training,...
