Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired

The Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving blind and visually impaired individuals. Our goal is to enhance the lives and opportunities of our clients through job training, and employment, Independent Living, Technology training and children’s services as well as a multitude of community services. To ensure that blind and visually impaired individuals lead successful lives in their workplace, at home, and in their community, the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired’s long term commitment to our mission has been in place since 1974.

Mission Moments

Devon's Success Story

STEPS Program

Devon was referred to the children’s program when he was 8 years old. He is totally blind and a very bright boy. Devon wanted to improve his technology skills to enhance his academic progress. He began training with one of our instructors who is also totally blind, and they immediately bonded. Devon made significant progress in learning how to effectively use JAWS (a screen reader for blind individuals) to read books and access other printed material in the classroom. Devon also wanted to learn Unified English Braille (UEB) Code, which is an English language Braille code standard which helps the blind interact with their environment.

Senior Independence Program

Senior Independent Living Program

Clara, Shirley and Jim were referred to the Center for the Visually Impaired due to significant vision loss. They attended the Independent Living Class, which is taught in a group setting. The students learned how to do everyday tasks such as managing in the home, shopping and traveling safely in their community. They all feel that the training literally changed their lives.

Stacey Wohlrab's Success Story

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

When Stacey was referred to the Center for the Visually Impaired for technology training, She was unemployed but very eager to find the right job. She already had an associates degree but wanted to complete her studies and obtain a B.A. In order to help her to accomplish her goals, we developed a training program that supported her with instruction. Prior to completing her B.A. degree, the center was closely involved in all aspects of her studies, assisting her with homework assignments, improving her technology skills and finding the best employment opportunity for her. She is now employed with the State of Florida.

Recent Articles

Dining in the Dark is Approaching!

CVI Staff

April 9, 2021

Join us and step into the shoes of a blind person for a night while enjoying a gourmet meal, making great memories, and helping the Center for the Visually Impaired continue to offer life-changing services to our blind and visually impaired community.

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Former NASA Astronaut Winston Scott to Host Dining in the Dark

CVI Staff

November 26, 2019

We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed host for the evening will be former NASA astronaut and retired United States Navy Captain, Captain Winston Scott.

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Tech Time Blurb of the Month

CVI Support Team

November 1, 2019

This month's Tech Time Blurb of the Month features Be My Eyes, a phone app that helps blind people when sight is needed. Read this article to see how the app works, why it's helpful, and how you can get it!

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