Classes

Classes and groups are available to individuals with vision loss. LBB does does not charge clients to attend. For more information on joining a group or scheduling an appiontment with a specialist, please contact Savannah at 850-942-3658, Ext 206 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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New Classes:

Field Trip Fridays - Lunch & Movie
Friday, February 28th
Last Friday of every month
Meet at Independence Landing, 3025 School House Road at 11:30 for Lunch followed by a movie at Noon.
Group Leader: Cassandra Jessie VRT
More Field Trip Fridays to come - watch for announcements on social media and LBB's website.

Valentine's Day Craft Project
Friday, February 14th | 10 am to 2 pm | LBB
A local artist will join us to lead each attendee to create at woven heart shaped bowl. We will have Valentine treats for you to fill your personal bowl with. Refreshments will be included.
Group Leader: Janet Acheson Ed.S. TVI

Quit Smoking Now - 4-week class
Wednesday, February 26, March 5, 12, and 19
10 am to 11 am | LBB
The class is ONLY for smokers/vapers/tobacco users. You will also receive Nicotine Replacement Therapy to help with withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting or reducing tobacco use. After completing all 4 classes, participants will receive $125 in gift cards.

Vision Loss Peer Support Group Guest Speaker
Natasha Hartsfield, AARP’s Wish of a Lifetime
Wednesday, February 19th | Noon to 1:30 pm | LBB
Group Leader: Jeffery Douglas MSW

Space is limited for these activities and an RSVP is required. RSVP to Savannah at 850.942.3658 #206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

  • Beginning Orientation & Mobility Training
    Wednesday, February 12th and 26th | 10:30 am to 12:30 pm | LBB
    Monthly on 2nd & 4th Wednesday
    Orientation is an individual's ability to know where you are in a given space. Mobility is navigating between two places safely, efficiently, and as independently as possible. You will learn white cane techniques as well as human guide instructions. In addition, you will learn how to utilize public transportation.
    Group Leader: Jennifer Stephens, TVI COMS
    RSVP by January 20th to Savannah at 850-942-3658 #206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Beginning Cooking Class
    Thursday, February 6th and 13th | 10 am to 2 pm | LBB
    First and Second Thursday
    This 8-week class will help you get back in the kitchen with confidence! 
    Group Leader: Cassandra Jessie VRT
    RSVP by January 6th to Savannah at 850-942-3658 #206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Intermediate/Advanced Cooking Class
    Thursday, February 20th and 27th | 10 am to 2 pm
    Third and Fourth Thursday
    This 10-week class will provide you with advanced skills! 
    Group Leader: Cassandra Jessie VRT
    RSVP by January 20th to Savannah at 850-942-3658 #206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Beginning Braille Group 
    Monthly on the 3rd Tuesday | Noon to 2 pm
    February 18, March 18, and April 18
    You will explore casual and fun uses of braille along with other tactile techniques to engage in the world around you.
    Group Leader: Janet Acheson Ed.S. TVI
    RSVP Savannah at 850-942-3658 Ext 206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Intermediate Braille Group 
    Monthly on the 2nd Tuesday | Noon to 2 pm
    February 11, March 11, and April 8
    You will learn how to apply braille into your daily activities. This group will be helpful for those receiving individual braille lessons at LBB and those who already know braille.
    Group Leader: Janet Acheson Ed.S. TVI
    RSVP Savannah at 850-942-3658 Ext 206 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

  • Vision Loss Peer Support Group
    1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month | Noon to 1:30 pm
    Wednesday, February 5th and 19th 
    Group Leader: Jeffery Douglas MSW

  • Employment Readiness Group
    Tuesday | 10 am to 11:30 am | Group Call | Please call Jeff for number.
    Thursday | 10 am to 11:30 am | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: Jeffery Douglas MSW

  • Beginning iPhone & iPad Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features and ask questions
    Tuesday | 1 pm to 3 pm | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • Advanced iPhone & Android Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features with questions and answers
    Wednesday | 1 pm to 3 pm | In-Person only | LBB
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • iPhone and iPad Lesson & Support Group - Learn accessibility features with questions and answers
    Wednesday | 3 pm to 4 pm | Group Call Only | Please call John at 850-942-3658 Ext 222 to connect with the group.
    Group Leader: John Ryan

  • Computer Lab - Available to LBB clients
    Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday | 10 am to 3 pm | Please call John at 850-556-3329 to schedule a time.
    In person instruction is available on all computers and assistive technology devices including iPad, iPhone, Android, Braille Displays, Windows PC, Alexa, Chromebook, Mac, FUSION, JAWS, Notetakers, NVDA, OrCam, Windows Magnifier, Windows Narrator, Windows PC, ZoomText Magnifier, and ZoomText Magnifier \ Reader. We also provide practice on Windows PC and typing accuracy skills.

  • Community Groups – Monthly Vision Loss Support Group
    Groups are for seniors who are visually impaired and their family and friends. You are welcome to join a group if you or a loved one are experiencing vision loss. Individuals attending are in all stages of vision loss. 

    • Westminster Oaks – 2nd Wednesday of the month 
      LBB Monthly Vision Loss Support Group 
      Wednesday, February 12th | 2:30 – 3:30 pm
      Parry Center - Fireside Room 
      Group Leader: Janet Acheson
      Mark your calendar for the 2nd Wednesday of the month to join LBB’s Vision Loss Support Group for individuals who are visually impaired. You are welcome to join the group if you are experiencing vision loss or have a loved one or friend experiencing vision loss. Individuals attending are in all stages of vision loss.
      Open to the public.

    • Westminster Oaks - Assistive Technology Training
      Thursday, February 6th and 20th
      1st and 3rd Thursday of every month | 10 am to 11:30 am | LBB
      Transportation to LBB provided by Westminster Oaks.
      This training will teach how technology (cell phones, tablets, pads, and/or laptops) can provide more independence to individuals with vision loss. Please bring the device you would like to learn more about.
      Group Leader: John Ryan

    • Advent Christian Village – 1st Monday of the Month*
      Monday, February 3rd | 1:30 to 3 pm
      Old Pavilion Room
      Group Leader: Wayne Warner
      Open to the public.
      *If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, class will be held on the following Monday. 

  • Youth Group (ages 6 to 22) 
    Sharon Scherbarth Simmons, COMS CTVI, Children's Program Director
    Terrence Snider, Transition Program Director

    February Calendar:

    • Saturday, February 1 | Transition Group | Job Exploration Counseling | 10 am – 2 pm at LBB

    • Monday, February 3 | Youth Group | Movie Night – Assistive Technology and Workplace Readiness Training| 5 pm to 7 pm at LBB

    • Thursday, February 6 | Youth Group | Orientation & Mobility and Workplace Readiness Training | 5 pm to 7 pm at LBB

    • Monday, February 10 | Youth Group | Instruction in Self-Advocacy | 5 pm to 7 pm at LBB

    • Saturday, February 15 | Transition Group | Work Based Learning Experience | 10 am to 2 pm | Location to be Announced

    • Sunday, February 16 | Transition Group | Work Based Learning Experience 10 am to 2 pm | Location to be Announce

    • Tuesday, February 18 | Youth Group | Sensory and Cognitive and Counseling on Enrollment Opportunities | 5 pm to 7 pm at LBB

    • Thursday, February 20 | Transition Group | Work-Based Learning Experience | Wakulla High School Talent Show | 5 :30 pm to 8 pm

    • Saturday, February 22 | The Paula Bailey Dining in the Dark at AC Hotel at Cascades Park | Purchase Tickets at SeeingIndependence.org

    • Thursday, February 27 | Youth Group | Share Night | 5 pm to 7 pm at LBB

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