"We see without looking. We read without light. We see although we are blind. How does this happen? Because of the information we receive from our Teachers and coaches Lifelong learning is what we are starting here, But lifelong living is our goal."
Patricia Carr
Rehabilitation Student

“BST gave me the skills I needed to move forward with my life. I’m now using public transportation confidently, I just moved into my own apartment, and I have a job!”
Bobby Graham

“When I entered BST, the words I used most frequently were “I can’t”. The teachers at CBVI showed me that I CAN. Shopping was always my favorite sport and I missed it terribly. I recently went on my first solo shopping trip at the Gallery in downtown Philadelphia using my white cane. I had a blast!”
Priscilla Jones

“I had been blind for a little less that a year when I entered BST. I was determined to regain my independence and the teachers here at CBVI helped me to do just that! I worked as a registered nurse for 23 years before losing my vision. My goal is to work in telephone triage using my medical knowledge. My BST experience has convinced me that this is an attainable goal. I can’t recommend this program enough!”
John Grimes

Because of the information we receive from our “I was twenty-eight years old and had four children under the age of six when my vision deteriorated rapidly due to Retinitis Pigmentosa. Instructors at the Center approached my needs holistically and zeroed in on the skills that I needed to continue in my role as wife and mother. My rehab training went so well that I later entered the computer training program at the Center. I now work as a customer service representative for General Services Administration. I’m doing things I never thought possible!”
Keila Ballard

“I learned essential skills that allowed me to reenter life after my vision changed. Being surrounded by skillful and compassionate teachers was an importatnt part of my healing journey. Because of my vision loss, I was very concerned about my career. Fortunately, thanks to CBVI, I was able to start my own communications business.”
Curt Woolford