Columbia Lighthouse

Serving people who are blind and visually impaired in the Greater Washington DC region since 1900.

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We had a great start to our Youth Summer Days programming with Tech Saturday at our Silver Spring service center's Assistive Technology (AT) lab.
We met new families, toured the AT Lab, heard from CLB’s partner, @RightHearApp , and enjoyed an amazing afternoon together.

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Joan, a CLB Volunteer, expressed "In the very small hours, even if you work full-time, you can make a big difference in the life of someone who really needs your help."
Message us to learn how you can begin volunteering!

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Reason 1 We Love CLB: This one shouldn’t surprise you!
What we love about CLB is the opportunity, for 125 years, to bring hope into people’s lives.
Thank you for counting down 125 Reasons We Love CLB as we celebrate 125 years of service.

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Reason 2 We Love CLB: Every act of service reflects the priority our volunteers place on supporting our mission. We’re so grateful for the incredible commitment our volunteers share with CLB!

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Reason 3: We Love CLB: Hundreds of hours of essential training become something even more powerful—renewed confidence, greater independence, and lives transformed every day.

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Reason 4 We Love CLB:
Through hands-on learning and support, we’re helping our community discover how technology can simplify daily living, spark independence, and bring new moments of connection.

Send us a message if you or someone you know could benefit from training!

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Reason 5 We Love CLB: This story of transformation, where a new perspective not only changed the moment, but continues to positively shape life today.

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Reason 6 We Love CLB: Every volunteer journey starts somewhere, and we’re inspired by the many paths that lead to CLB. From peer-to-peer connections to impactful experiences, we’re thankful for each person who chooses to serve and support our community.

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Through CLB's low vision support and independent living skills training, David, a CLB consumer, discovered something he hadn't anticipated:

Confidence.

The kind that comes from learning you can do things on your own.

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Reason 7 We Love CLB: As the seasons change, especially in spring, our orientation and mobility services help empower our community with the skills and confidence to safely explore the world around them.

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Reason 8 We Love CLB: Through words of encouragement, our instructors and service providers make a lasting impact in the lives of our community.

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Reason 9 We Love CLB: The commitment, service, and joy that our volunteers share with CLB and our community!

Send us a message if you would like to get connected with CLB’s volunteer program including attending an upcoming orientation!

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Reason 10 We Love CLB: Camp Lighthouse that CLB has hosted, in the past, for children who are blind or visually impaired.
The spirit of Camp Lighthouse evokes many fond memories from participants, as well as from individuals who enjoyed volunteering at other camps.

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Reason 11 We Love CLB: Whether learning how to tell money apart or cut a cucumber, our Foundations of Adjustment to Blindness program empowers consumers to maintain independence.

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Reason 12 We Love CLB: The joy that our volunteers experience as they serve our community!
During this Volunteer Appreciation Month and beyond, we express our gratitude for the dedication of time and care that our volunteers contribute to our community.

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Reason 13 We Love CLB: This moment from a call center operation captures the many skills our community has contributed to the workforce with dedication and success.
For this reason and so many other historic reasons, we celebrate our story.

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Reason 14 We Love CLB: The expressions of recognition and support communicated by our community of consumer alums, like Joyce.
Recently, on an episode of CLB’s Where are We Now digital series, Joyce shared details about her inspirational journey!

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Reason 15 We Love CLB: Sharing knowledge about adapted resources such as writing tablets - bold line paper - which can be useful for people who have low vision.

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Reason 16 We Love CLB: Bringing smiles and happiness to consumers who participate in CLB’s Circle of Friends support group sessions.
These groups are designed to reduce isolation, foster peer support, and connect participants to community resources.

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Reason 17 We Love CLB: Welcoming and sharing with volunteer hopefuls during volunteer orientations!
Join us on Friday at our virtual volunteer orientation and discover how you can make a real difference in the lives of our community.