The Carroll Center for the Blind

The Carroll Center for the Blind is a Newton nonprofit providing vision rehabilitation and support to people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. Its programs help newly blinded adults and those with gradual vision loss relearn skills and adjust emotionally, help seniors stay independent at home, and support children and teens with school-based education, summer programs and vocational transition services. The goal is independence at home, in school and in the workplace.

Established in 1936, the center has served people with vision impairment for more than eight decades from a sprawling campus just outside Boston. It is known nationally as a vision rehabilitation center and says it has pioneered many innovative services; its offerings include mobility training, assistive technology training, low vision services and recreation. It works with clients and professionals across the globe, and former clients credit the staff with helping them get around with a white cane.

What to Know

• Residential rehabilitation programs are available for adults.
• Businesses can use the center’s accessibility and professional development services.
• The center runs a SailBlind program.
• Supporters can volunteer or take part in the Walk for Independence.