The Carroll Center for the Blind

🌟Thank You to our Walk for Independence Media Sponsor: XLO🌟 We’re excited to welcome XLO back as a proud Walk for Independence sponsor for many years! They’ll be bringing the music and great vibes to keep us energized throughout the event! 🎧🎵 XLO is a vibrant radio station loved by many in New England, playing all our favorite hits. We truly appreciate their continued support in making this event even more special! 🎶 Join us for the Walk for Independence! 📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. ET 📍Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst – 100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA Learn more and register: carroll.org/walk #WalkForIndependence #SponsorSpotlight #MakingADifference #GivingBack #CommunitySupport #WalkForACause

Don’t Forget! Register for the Wicked-ly Fun Movie Night! 🎬🍿 Get ready for a magical evening at The Carroll Alumni’s Wicked-ly Fun Movie Night happening next Friday on March 7, 2025, from 6–9 PM in the Technology Building Auditorium! We're screening the newly released Wicked—a captivating reimagining of the witches of Oz. There will be audio-description to make the experience accessible to everyone, as well as popcorn, and some generously donated pizza from C & N Pizza and Grille! Wear your comfiest clothes and relax with friends! Registration ends Monday, March 3rd! Don’t wait—click the link to register today! https://lnkd.in/e28CkPx9 If you are interested in hearing more about the Carroll Alumni program and events, check out our page for more information: carroll.org/carroll-alumni #CarrollAlumni #MovieNight #WickedMovie #Accessibility 

3 DAYS LEFT for the Walk for Independence Giveaway! ⏳🎉 Register for the Walk for Independence by this Friday, February 28, to be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card! If you’ve raised $100 or more by that deadline, you’ll earn FOUR extra entries! 🏆✨ We will announce the winner this Friday!! Stay tuned! 👀 Register now at carroll.org/walk #WalkForIndependence #Giveaway #Blind #VisionImpaired #LowVision #WhiteCane #Walk #WalkForACause

🌟 Thank You for an Incredible 2nd Annual #StargardtSummit! 🌟 We are so grateful to everyone who joined us—both in person and online—this past Saturday! We had over 200 people registered for the in person session and nearly 800 people registered to attend virtually from all over the world! Your enthusiasm and participation made this event truly special. 💙 A heartfelt thank you to our incredible speakers and panelists for sharing their wisdom, insights, and inspiring journeys with us. Your stories continue to empower and uplift the Stargardt Community! A special shoutout to our generous sponsor, Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and our amazing event partners, Foundation Fighting Blindness and The Blind Life—your unwavering support means the world to us! 🎥 Missed the event? The recording will be available soon on our YouTube channel! Stay tuned and subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/dHMeuPVx Thank you for being part of this journey with us. We can't wait to continue these important conversations and see you at future events! #Stargardt #RareDisease #VisionImpairment #Conference #Research #SeeWhatsPossible #CarrollCenterCommunity 

Last Call to Register for the 25th New England Regional Braille Challenge! 📢 Tomorrow is the final day to sign up for the 25th Annual #BrailleChallenge, happening this Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at The Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA! This is your chance to strengthen your braille skills—essential for academic and career success. Compete in exciting categories for a shot at qualifying for the Braille Challenge Finals in Los Angeles this summer!✨ Don’t miss this fun, inspiring event to celebrate braille literacy with fellow students! 🎉 Register NOW: https://lnkd.in/edvHKqrS Braille Institute of America #BrailleChallenge #Braille #BrailleLiteracy #Empowerment

🌟Thank You to our Walk for Independence Media Sponsor: WCVB Channel 5!🌟 For years, WCVB has been a proud partner, covering our exciting events—from the Braille Challenge to inspiring stories from our clients and staff, and, of course, the Walk for Independence! As a trusted news source, WCVB is dedicated to fair, independent, and impactful reporting, celebrating the diversity of the communities they serve. Their amazing support has helped raise awareness for our mission, services, and the people we support. We are truly grateful for their partnership!❤️ Join us for the Walk for Independence! 📅 Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. ET 📍 Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst – 100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA Learn more and register: carroll.org/walk #WalkForIndependence #SponsorSpotlight #MakingADifference #GivingBack #CommunitySupport #WalkForACause

The 7th Annual Lion’s Polar Plunge is happening soon! 🌊❄️ Brave participants will take the plunge into the icy waters of Lake Pearl to raise funds for the Mass Lions Eye Research Foundation (MLERF)! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, March 29th, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Can you handle the freezing waters? Or would you rather support one of our courageous plungers? Either way, come join the fun and help the Lion’s Club continue their mission of being 'Knights of the Blind'! 👀💙 Plungers, come in costume! Prizes will be awarded for creativity and originality. Plus, enjoy free food and an exclusive Polar Plunge T-shirt! 📢 This event is proudly co-sponsored by the Norfolk, Wrentham, and Plainville Lions Clubs to benefit MLERF. 📍 Register and learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eDvDDQDJ #PolarPlunge #Fundraiser #VisualImpairment #SupportTheCause

Exciting News! 🎉 The Carroll Center for the Blind will be featured on Viewpoint Project with Dennis Quaid! Viewpoint is an educational program that explores global challenges while highlighting innovative tools and resources. Acclaimed actor and philanthropist Dennis Quaid will take viewers on an inspiring journey as Viewpoint showcases our transformative services, expert insights on vision rehabilitation, and heartwarming stories from our clients. Learn more about our exciting opportunity by reading the press release below! 🌟 #Viewpoint #DennisQuaid #ViewpointProjectWithDennisQuaid #Education #EducationalProgram #VisualImpairements #PressRelease #ExcitingNews

A huge thank you to our Exclusive Trust Partner, Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Inc., for visiting the Carroll Center campus yesterday to present to our residential clients!  🌟 PLAN is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people with disabilities preserve assets, protect public benefits, and live well. Through our partnership, we aim to educate the Carroll Center community on the importance of financial security and how Special Needs Trusts can be vital tools. PLAN’s presentation, 'Planning Options for You and Your Family,' was an invaluable resource for our clients. ✨ Learn more about how PLAN of MA & RI can help you and your family plan for the future: https://lnkd.in/e5-zbirG #PartnerSpotlight #PLAN #FuturePlanning

Lunch & Learn: Overcoming Internship Barriers! 🌟 Join us on Wednesday, March 12th, from 12:00-1:00 PM for a special professional development Zoom session with vision rehabilitation experts Tina Laffer & Brian Switzer! They’ll share strategies to support internship success, real world insights, and more. Plus, you can earn CEUs and connect with peers in a casual, collaborative setting! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/enD5m4_m #Blind #LowVision #ProfessionalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #CEU #BlindnessProfessionals