Welcome to Lighthouse International
Founded in New York City in 1905, Lighthouse International is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to preserving vision and to providing critically needed vision and rehabilitation services to help people of all ages overcome the challenges of vision loss. Through clinical services, education, research, and advocacy, the Lighthouse enables people with low vision and blindness to enjoy safe, independent and productive lives.
 Help Us Change Lives!When 2-year-old Aolani came to the Lighthouse Child Development Center, she was an insecure child who was fearful and distrustful of strangers: she cried, had tantrums and scratched. Aolani was born legally blind; her vision problems left her afraid and untrusting of the world around her. Three years later, she has blossomed into an inquisitive, happy, trusting child who has learned to express her feelings and is performing above grade level in her new school! Every minute, a child somewhere in the world goes blind. Read more about how Lighthouse International helped Aolani and how you could help more children just like her. |
New York Post Features Lighthouse Music School The New York Post is featuring The Filomen M. D'Agostino Greenberg Music School's Annual Holiday Caroling event in a video titled "Song For The Holidays". |
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Whether you're looking for information on macular degeneration, cataracts, or any other cause of low vision, we have it. Click here to find out more about eye disorders, tips for preventing vision loss, confident living, designing visually accessible print materials and more! |
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If you're experiencing vision loss, or know someone who is, find out how the vision healthcare services offered in our New York City and Hudson Valley offices can help you adjust, remain active and enhance your quality of life. Our expert low vision doctors can perform a specialized eye exam and prescribe optical devices that can maximize your remaining vision. Our rehabilitation professionals can teach you how to travel on your own and cook safely as well as continue to work, use the computer -- and do anything else you thought was impossible. Click here to learn about our services for infants, children and teens who are visually impaired.
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By making a donation, volunteering, becoming an advocate, attending an event, your efforts can make a big difference in the lives of people who are partially sighted or blind. And be sure to stay up-to-date by signing up for our newsletters! |