Lowell Association for the Blind
42199874
1925
Lowell, MA 01852 USA
lowellassociationfortheblind.org
Lowell Association for the Blind
The Lowell Association for the Blind (LAB) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and nurturing the blind and visually impaired residents of the Greater Merrimack Valley. The organization provides a wide range of programs and services aimed at enhancing the lives of individuals with visual impairments.
Mission
The mission of LAB is focused on empowering the visually impaired to live independently and fully engage with their communities. This is achieved through various educational, social, and technological initiatives.
Programs and Services
LAB offers comprehensive services, including:
- Youth Services: Programs tailored for youth participants between the ages of 5 and 22, encompassing educational and recreational activities.
- Adult Services: Programs designed for adults aged 22 and above, focusing on adaptive skills, education, and social integration.
- Technology Services: On-site training with assistive technology to facilitate greater independence in daily life.
- Adaptive Equipment Training: Participants learn to use specialized devices and tools to navigate everyday tasks more efficiently.
- Braille Lessons: Instruction in reading and writing Braille, enabling individuals to access written materials independently.
- Sensory Rich Field Trips: Organized outings that provide unique sensory experiences, fostering community engagement and exploration.
Facility and Operations
The organization operates from a spacious, easily accessible facility, which serves as a hub for community activities. This includes a radio/recording studio, where participants can engage in creative projects and access media resources.
Funding and Support
LAB is supported by contributions from memorial donations, grants from foundations, and program funding. These resources enable the organization to maintain its services and continue offering essential support to its community.
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About the organization
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Home Services About Us Brews for the Blind Resources Volunteer Contact Members More To support educate and nurture the blind and visually impaired residents of the Greater Merrimack Valley PROGRAMS SERVICES LAB is supported by contributions from memorial donations grants from foundations and program funding. The office in downtown Lowell provides 4000 sq. feet of easily accessible space for meetings adaptive equipment training braille lessons and a radiorecording studio. Find out more information for our youth and adult classes as well as additional resources below.
Blind/Visually Impaired Centers, Services
