INFORMATION/REFERRAL/PEER SUPPORT | AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND

A national organization of blind, visually impaired, and sighted individuals whose purpose is to work towards independence, security, equality of opportunity, and improved quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people. ACB programs and services include: - The ACB Braille Forum. - The ACB E-Forum. - ACB Media, the organization's Internet radio station, which has 10 channels of programming. - Numerous college scholarships. - Actively participates in the national legislative and advocacy scene. - Nationwide network of chapters and support groups. - Daily community events available via Zoom and telephone, covering topics from music, cooking, smart phone and tablet basics. - Support groups for widows/widowers. - Exercise and fitness classes. - Accessible online games. - Artists' group. - Computers and technology.

Date of Last Formal Update

03/15/2024

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Physical Address

225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 660, Alexandria, VA 22314

Hours

Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Eastern Time).

Fee

- Membership fees apply. - Materials downloaded from website are free. - The ACB Braille Forum and The ACB E-Forum are free to members; all others pay $25 per format per year. - Call for more information.

Eligibility

Contact for more information.

Agency info

AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND