November 2025

Different Ways to Explore the Blog
By Dan Burke, 17 November, 2025

“A pivotal moment for George came after a medical appointment,” says Stefanie. “Instead of calling for a ride home as he would have in the past, he located the nearest bus stop and took the bus on his own. On the way, he even stopped at a store to pick up a few items—navigating the route, the environment, and the return trip independently. He was so proud when he told me the story the next time I saw him. We had a celebration!

Colorado Gives Day is December 9, but you can give early to celebrate our Older Blind Program!

One woman leans slightly toward the other, putting her hands over the older woman's, which are gripping a white cane.

By Dan Burke, 11 November, 2025

Welcome to the Colorado Gives Season! Colorado Gives Day, Tuesday, December 9, is a statewide community celebration of giving to Colorado nonprofits.

Early giving is already open! So, you can support the life-changing work of the Colorado Center for the Blind with an early gift on our Colorado Gives page!

We believe that blind people can do anything. And because we believe in our blind students, we challenge them to learn and grow in a community of support. In the process, they learn to believe in themselves and that they can achieve their dreams.

Jeremy Smith standing with his white cane against a rust colored wall

That's a life-changing combination.

Jeremy came from his home state of Kentucky in January for our Independence Training Program. A licensed mental health therapist, he had been losing his sight since childhood as a result of a degenerative condition.