Colorado Center for the Blind

09/01/2026

Who says learning at the Colorado Center for the Blind is all work and no play?! Our students are kicking things up a notch in martial arts class, led by the amazing Sensei Nico from Z Ultimate Self-Defense Studios! From building confidence and strength to learning practical self-defense skills, this class is all about empowerment, independence, and having a little fun along the way. We love showing you the many ways our students learn, grow, challenge themselves, and step outside their comfort zones. Want to see more of what’s happening at the Colorado Center for the Blind? Follow us on TikTok and come along for the journey! Our TikTok link will be provided below, so go give us a follow and see what we’re up to! 💙🤍🦯
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08/31/2026

Not sure where to turn after vision loss? Start here! 😊 Vision loss can come with a lot of questions, uncertainty, challenges and even fear. But it doesn’t have to mean giving up the things you love or the life you imagined. At the Colorado Center for the Blind, we believe blindness is not a limitation. It’s simply one characteristic of a person. Our mission is to empower blind and low vision people with the skills, confidence, and positive attitudes they need to live independent, productive, and fulfilling lives. Through
programs like our Independence Training Program (ITP), blind adults will learn essential skills such as Braille, cane travel, technology, cooking, home management, and so much more! Our Older Adults Program helps seniors 55+ experiencing vision loss later in life regain confidence and discover new ways to do the things they enjoy with the support of a weekly support group, or working one on one with staff to set and reach goals for themselves. Our Youth Programs help young people develop independence, confidence, and the skills they need to thrive at school, at home, and in their communities. participants have opportunities to build skills, make choices, strengthen self-advocacy, and take charge of their own futures.
But what we offer is about more than learning skills. It’s about changing the way blind people see what’s possible. We create a supportive community where everyone is encouraged to try, learn, grow, and realize that life after vision loss can be full, active, independent, and exciting, by implementing our Challenge Rec activities into the programs. Participants will get the opportunity to rock climb, ski, engage in various water sports, and a whole lot more!
So if you’re navigating vision loss yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply don’t know where to begin, we’re here. 🤗 And if you know someone who could use this message, share this post with them. You never know whose life you might change simply by helping them find the right place to start.
At the Colorado Center for the Blind, we don’t just teach skills. We help blind people discover what they’re capable of! Please check out our website at https://cocenter.org/ for more information. 💙🤍 🦯

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08/28/2026

📸 CCB is officially on Instagram!!!! 🎉 We’re so excited to add Instagram to our social media collection and give you another way to stay connected with all the wonderful things happening at the Colorado Center for the Blind!!!! From training and accomplishments to community events, behind-the-scenes moments, student and staff highlights, and everything in between, there’s always something exciting going on around here—and now we get to bring you along for the fun! So, if you haven’t already, go ahead and hit that FOLLOW button! You never know what you might see next, and trust us…you’re going to want to be in the know! 😉 Come follow us, stay connected, and see what CCB is all about!!! 💙🤍🦯 We’ll see you on Instagram! The link is below, please share with your family and friends!! 

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08/27/2026

🏃🦯 Runners, on your mark, get set, GO!! 🎉 The Six Dot Dash Sponsored by Waymo is coming to Littleton on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 9 AM, and we’re bringing the fun! Whether you’re a runner, walker, bringing the family, or joining us for the first time, there’s a place for you at the starting line. Get ready for a Blind Beer Tasting, our brand-new Braille Block Party Carnival, and exciting fundraising challenges—raise $100 and your registration is FREE! 🙌 A huge shoutout to our amazing sponsors Waymo, Whorley Enterprises, Vanda Pharmaceuticals, and HapWare for helping make this event possible and supporting our mission. 💙 Every step helps support Braille literacy, youth programs, scholarships, and advocacy that strengthens our community. 📚🦯 Registration is $44.20, fees included. Come DASH with us, have some fun, and help us make this the best Six Dot Dash yet! 🎊 Register, volunteer, or learn more at the link in our bio. Questions? Email [email protected] or call 303-778-1130 ext. 219. And don’t forget to share this post with your friends and family! 💙

The 6 Dot Dash is on Saturday September 12, 2026.

08/25/2026

There’s so much more happening at the Colorado Center for the Blind than what takes place inside our training classrooms! 🌱🌿 this morning, our students and staff spent time in the garden harvesting and exploring alongside our wonderful volunteer Master Gardeners. From kale, rosemary, thyme, and basil to jalapeños, okra, tomatoes, and zucchini, everyone had the opportunity to get hands-on with growing, harvesting, and learning about fresh produce. And the experience doesn’t stop in the garden! Some of the harvest makes its way into our Home Management classes, where it can be prepared, cooked, and enjoyed. It’s a wonderful way to connect practical skills with real-life experiences while building confidence and showing that blindness doesn’t have to be a barrier to gardening, cooking, or enjoying the satisfaction of growing your own food. 💚🌱 A big thank-you to our volunteer Master Gardeners for sharing their time, knowledge, and love of gardening with us!

08/25/2026

Pueblo, Colo. — The Colorado State Fair is committed to providing an experience where everyone can create lifelong memories. From new on-demand support services to dedicated adaptive programming, i…

08/11/2026

The 6 Dot Dash is on Saturday September 12, 2026.

05/26/2026

05/23/2026

Every so often, a photo pops up of a blind or low vision person using a white cane and a smartphone, and people act like they just solved a mystery.

Spoiler alert: blind people use phones.

A lot.

My phone helps me check my makeup, manage my schedule, stay connected with friends and family, figure out what I’m looking at, remember where I’m supposed to be, and occasionally convince myself I definitely do not need to buy another lip gloss.

Honestly, my phone is basically my personal assistant, glam-check consultant, calendar manager, group chat lifeline, and tiny rectangular chaos coordinator.

A smartphone is not proof someone can see.

It is one of the biggest tools helping many of us live independently.

So no, using a smartphone does not mean someone is faking their disability.

It means accessibility is doing its job.

05/22/2026

One of our most fun and exciting activities is when we get to participate in the western welcome week parade! If you've been a student or staff in our past, you know how much fun it really is! Just try not to get right behind the horses!🎉🤩😁