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Finding Independence After Vision Loss

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Tune in to our latest episode of Where are We Now! In our latest Where Are We Now? episode, CLB alum Joyce Brooks shares her powerful journey from vision loss to independence. After being referred to Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind, Joyce began building the skills, confidence, and community that helped her navigate life in […]

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A CLB Consumer Testimonial

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“First, I would like to say that I highly recommend CLB. I was very, very, very pleased with the services that I received from Annie Presley and Peter. I was recommended to COB by Tara Aziz from Seei Hope which was formally prevention of blindness society. Went to see her in January 2024 and one […]

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Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Names Rebecca Liko CEO and Zachary Brewer COO

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Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Names Rebecca Liko CEO and Zachary Brewer COO FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 2026, Washington, D.C. — Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Liko as Chief Executive Officer and Zachary Brewer as Chief Operating Officer. This leadership team will guide CLB through its […]

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New Where Are We Now Episode: Tech, Access & Independence at CLB

New Where Are We Now Episode: Tech, Access & Independence at CLB

In our newest episode of Where Are We Now?, we explore timely and powerful topics: technology, accessibility, and independence for people who are blind or have low vision. Host Jocelyn Hunter is joined by Peter Nguamsanith, CLB’s Assistive Technology Instructor, and Chrichelle Brown, CLB’s Information and Referral Specialist, for a conversation rooted in real-world experience […]

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New Episode of Where Are We Now Out NOW!

New Episode of Where Are We Now Out NOW!

In the latest episode of Where Are We Now?, CLB’s Senior Director of Communications Jocelyn Hunter sits down with Peter, CLB’s Assistive Technology Instructor, and his student Margaret, to explore how technology is opening new doors for independence. From mastering the iPad and Siri to using tools like VoiceOver, Be My Eyes, and RightHear, Margaret […]

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Community and Mobile Eye Care Unit Spotlight

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CLB’s Mobile Eye Care team, attended a health and wellness event at St. John’s Baptist Church in Arlington, Virginia; at this event, which occurred on Saturday, July 19, the team conducted 19 eye screenings and eye pressure screenings. Of those patients served, six referrals were directed to CLB’s Low Vision Clinic for future low vision […]

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