Video with audio descriptions Lighthouse of Collier has moved, but not too far away from the previous spot! We are at the same Horseshoe Square address, but now we are on the 1st floor (Suite 101). The entrance is on the West side of the building (left side) and we have a green awning. Our…
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This annual event will be held October 15th from 10:00-12:00. Clients and their families and friends are encouraged to participate in a short walk up and down 5th Avenue. The goal of White Cane Safety Day is to bring public awareness about the White Cane Law and to recognize the white cane as a tool…
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The program utilizes GoodFeel software to convert print music scores into Braille. To best illustrate how the program works and its benefits, please read the story below: Music has powerful effects on human beings, including lifting moods, reducing anxiety, improving memory and connecting with others. Children who are blind or visually impaired currently face barriers…
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Lighthouse of Collier is pleased to announce the addition of 2 new members to the Board of Directors. Eloy Ricardo Fire Chief, North Collier Directs North Collier Fire’s all-hazards response efforts. A fundamental element to Ricardo’s management style is the Service First philosophy that guides him in all aspects of his personal and professional life…
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This annual event will be held October 15th. Clients and their families and friends are encouraged to participate in two Zoom sessions during the day. Please contact the Lighthouse for the Zoom links. Session I 9:55am-11:05pm – join us with our sister agency (New Vision for Independence) via Zoom Learn more about and celebrate the abilities…
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Let’s face it, Collier County is mainly a car-dependent town. The roads are wide, traffic volume is high and for the most part neighborhoods do not connect. Collier is not a pedestrian friendly town. Therefore, crossing these wide streets can pose a challenge for the Collier County residents who cannot drive. Now imagine trying to…
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This annual event will be held October 15th from 11:00-12:00. Clients and their families and friends are encouraged to participate in a short walk up and down 5th Avenue. The goal of White Cane Safety Day is to bring public awareness about the White Cane Law and to recognize the white cane as a tool…
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Lighthouse of Collier has been awarded a grant of $10,000 from the Moorings Park Foundation. It will help us continue to meet the needs of Seniors in Collier County who are blind or visually blind. The mission of Lighthouse of Collier is to foster independence and enhance the quality of life for the blind, visually…
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We are pleased to announce that Lighthouse of Collier has been selected to be the recipient of the first Impact Day at the new Lucky’s Market North Naples located at 6424 Naples Blvd (at Airport-Pulling Road). The new store is opening April 17th. The Impact Day will be on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019. On that…
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At the 10-year anniversary celebration on April 1, 2019 at the Vineyards Country Club, Art & Sue Bookbinder were presented with the Inaugural Art & Sue Bookbinder Award. This award was created in correlation with our 10th Anniversary and will be given annually to a person or persons that have gone above and beyond to…
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Roger is a client in his late eighties. He became a Lighthouse of Collier client a few months ago because his eyesight was worsening.
Roger grew up with a relative who had lost his sight. He already had many excellent strategies in place to help him remain independent.
As I got to know Roger, the fact emerged that he had been a renowned cook within his circle of family and friends. His mother had insisted that all her sons learn to cook. “You could end up being bachelors.” She would say to them.
Roger made his “Maine” sandwiches, stews and soups, and bread so well that friends would flock to the house whenever he was baking and cooking. One time, someone brought fresh, chocolate-dipped strawberries. The memories of eating fresh, warm bread with butter, and chocolate-dipped strawberries became legend.
Roger believed he could no longer bake and cook on his own. But he was wrong. An afternoon of bread baking using adaptive techniques and he was the master of his kitchen again.
Roger again has his mother’s recipes and his own and is once again delighting his friends and family with wonderful food served by a jovial host.
