“How do you explain to a blind person what a cloud is or the moon? How do you go about describing this as a parent? This is the almost impossible piece because you need the immediate early intervention.“
-Huw Mainwaring
Father of Beyond Blindness student Maxen, age 10
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On the Move: Beyond Blindness Appoints Three Board Members
Orange County Business Journal: Beyond Blindness, Orange County’s leading nonprofit provider of early intervention, education and enrichment, and family support services for children with visual impairments and other disabilities, today announces the expansion of its Board of Directors.
The Power of Prevention: Early Detection Changes Lives
Regular eye exams beginning in the newborn period can play a pivotal role in putting children on a path to reaching their fullest potential. Early detection of visual impairment is not only necessary for medical interventions — it’s a critical part of creating the best possible chance for infants and toddlers to thrive. For kids like Owen, read more...
Newport Aquatic Center Welcomes Beyond Blindness for an Inclusive Summer Camp Outrigger Outing
Newport Beach Independent: On August 1, the Newport Aquatic Center welcomed Beyond Blindness, a nonprofit in Santa Ana providing support for visually impaired children and their families, to their facility as part of Beyond Blindness’ inclusive summer camp, taking the campers on outriggers in the Back Bay.
Kids with Disabilities Shine in Orange County Summer Camp
NBC4 Los Angeles: Beyond Blindness’s annual summer camp hosts activities from arts to sports to nature exploration, in order to give campers the fun of summertime. All kids can participate in the activities, regardless of their ability.
President & CEO Angie Rowe Nominated as a CEO Visionary
LA Times B2B Publishing: Tasked with making vital decisions as they relate to every facet of running a business, the CEO must possess a multitude of qualities that define a captain of industry. Beyond Blindness is proud to share that President & CEO Angie Rowe has been nominated as one of Southern California's most accomplished CEOs in 2024.