Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired

10/29/2026

TWICE AS NICE, BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

We’re doing it again!

The Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired is excited to partner once again with the American Council of the Blind (ACB) for our second Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Distribution for Veterans!

We’re proud to continue this partnership, bringing innovative technology and greater independence to veterans who are blind or visually impaired.

When: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired
26777 Central Park Boulevard
Southfield, MI 48076

For more information about this exciting initiative, visit:
https://www.acb.org/glasses-blinded-veterans

New technology. New possibilities. Same commitment to independence!

Life Beyond Sight! 💙

The American Council of the Blind (ACB) is pleased to be working with Meta to distribute Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to eligible U.S. military veterans who are legally blind. Through the support of participating ACB affiliates and chapters, distribution events are being held in communities across the Un...

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

EXCITING NEWS FROM GDABVI!

We’re bringing Braille back!

The Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind & Visually Impaired (GDABVI) is excited to announce that we are once again offering Beginner Braille Classes!

Whether you’re new to Braille or ready to begin your journey toward learning this valuable skill, we invite you to join us!

📚 Interested in signing up or learning more?

📞 Contact Aya at 313-591-3793 for additional information and registration details.

New skills, new opportunities, and new beginnings! 💙

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10/26/2026

Are you a book lover? Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27, from 12 PM to 2 PM, at the Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired for our monthly Book Club!

This month’s book is The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat by Edward Kelsey Moore.

Come ready for some great conversation, interesting discussions, and a little laughter along the way!

We look forward to seeing you!

Life Beyond Sight!

10/25/2026

Happy Birthday, Gary Horton!

Please join us in wishing our Interim Executive Director, Gary Horton, a very Happy Birthday!

On behalf of the staff, clients, and Board of Trustees at the Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired, we wish you a wonderful birthday filled with happiness, good health, and many blessings.

Thank you for your leadership and commitment to the agency and the community we serve.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Horton! Enjoy your special day!

10/23/2026

It’s Friday, and we’ve got some exciting things happening at GDABVI! 🎉

Another week of learning, growing, and making things happen!

We just finished our two-day Kitchen Safety Class, and we’re already looking forward to what’s next!

From learning new skills to building friendships and discovering new opportunities, there’s always something happening at the Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired!

And guess what? We’re just getting started! We’ve got more programs, activities, and opportunities on the way, and we want YOU to be part of them!

Whether you’re new to vision loss or have been navigating life without sight for years, there’s a place for you here!

Want to know what we’re up to?

☎️ Give us a call at 313-272-3900
🌐 Visit www.lifebeyondsight.com

Enjoy your Friday, and remember, losing your sight doesn’t mean losing your possibilities!

Life Beyond Sight!

10/22/2026

That’s a wrap on our two-day Kitchen Safety Class in partnership with the City of Detroit!

Over the past two days, our participants have had the opportunity to learn valuable kitchen safety techniques and explore ways to become more confident and independent in the kitchen.

A special thank you to the City of Detroit, Rise Higher, and Chosen Generation Community Center for their partnership and support in helping make this learning experience possible!

At the Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired, we believe independence doesn’t end with vision loss. Sometimes, it’s just about learning a different way to get things done!

Life Beyond Sight!

10/21/2026

Today kicked off the first of our two-day Kitchen Safety Class in partnership with the City of Detroit!

Our participants are learning important kitchen safety skills, building confidence, and discovering ways to make cooking safer and more accessible for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

It’s all about independence, safety, and knowing that vision loss doesn’t mean you have to stop doing the things you enjoy!

We’re excited to see what tomorrow brings!

Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Life Beyond Sight!

10/21/2026

We had a Full House and a Great Time at GDABVI!

Today, was our Movie Day and Halloween celebration!

It was a wonderful afternoon filled with laughter, fun, treats, and great company! We love seeing everyone come together, enjoy themselves, and make lasting memories.

A special thank you to everyone who attended, brought candy, contributed, and helped make today’s event a success!

At GDABVI, it’s about more than just activities. It’s about friendship, fellowship, and bringing our community together!

Thank you all for making today such a great day!

10/19/2026

The best adaptive tool in the kitchen isn’t a gadget. It’s knowledge.

Knowing how to safely use a knife, to measure ingredients accurately, to organize a workspace and prepare a meal with confidence.

It goes beyond getting a snack from the pantry. It’s making something truly satisfying, to share with a loved one or to get you through the day.

GDABVI’s Kitchen Safety Training Program helps Detroit residents who are blind or visually impaired develop practical skills that make everyday cooking safer, easier, and more accessible.

Participants learn techniques for meal preparation, food handling, kitchen organization, and the safe use of common appliances and tools.

When knowledge meets opportunity, independence follows.