We welcome all with visual impairment
Serving Tucson and Pima County
Welcome to the Tucson Society of the Blind, TSB, website. TSB provides social and educational programs for those individuals with low or no vision. TSB provides valuable resources on coping with blindness and vision impairment. It is wonderful to meet other visually impaired seniors who can act as mentors and provide emotional support.
Join Us at our Weekly Meetings
Tuesday mornings from 9:30am- 1:00pm.
Christ Presbyterian Church
6565 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ
Includes topic as noted on our calendar, followed by games.
Calendar
JUNE
4 - Janet Dylla - Desert Low Vision, Demo of Assistive Technology
11- Jan V "Clara Schell, first woman optometrist and suffragist in the state of Arizona"
14 - No TSB Board Meeting
18 - Annie Schlesinger, "TASK, Grocery Shopping & Using Uber & Lyft" -- TASK stands for Tenacity, Adaptability, Support, & Knowledge
25 - No TSB Meeting Vacation bible school at church
JULY
2 - Myra "Learn how to use Iris Vision"
9 - Dr. Brian Mc Kay "Research and Possible Treatment for Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration", Murrey Shorts will prepare a BBQ pork sandwich lunch stay until 12:15 PM
12 - TSB Board Meeting 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Biscuit Country Cafe 7026 E. Broadway
16 - 16 Lupita Hernandez - "Blind Runner, Braille, and Direct Services for the Visually Impaired" -
23 - Roger Early, "Exercise & Self Defense"
26 - Field trip to the White Elephant Thrift Store and Maggie Hegan’s home in Green Valley. See details below
30 - TBA
August 6 - Bill Martin, guitarist and soloist, playing Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and other favorites
History
In November of 2003, thirteen individuals organized Tucson Society of the Blind. TSB is now recognized throughout the community as an organization that serves those with limited sight.
TSB is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. TSB provides social, recreational and educational programs for legally blind adults and those coping with vision loss. Membership has grown to more than 80. Increased donations have allowed a greater range of programs and field trips.
Mission Statement
Tucson Society of the Blind exists to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with vision loss
TSB Members Enjoy Varied Programs Such As
- Informative guest speakers
- Luncheons
- Field trips
- Crafts
- Bingo
- Music
"We might not have a lot of sight, but we have a great deal of vision. 11
Benefits of Being a Member
- Informative newsletters
- A resource packet
- Weekly meetings
- Support groups
- Friendship
Membership Dues are $15.00 a year
TSB Members participate in various fund raising activities
TSB now provides, free of charge, low vision resource packets to Tucson ophthalmologists for their patients.
New Members receive Welcome Packets that include:
- A Resource List
- Sun Sounds of Arizona
- Catalog information for visually impaired
- Macular Degeneration information
- And many more items
Volunteers Needed
--MAKE A DIFFERENCE --
TSB needs sighted volunteers to:
- drive
- assist with activities
- help with luncheons, field trips, and fund raising events
IRS # 84-1636485
TSB is a 501c3 Organization
Or mail your donations, which is 100% tax-deductible to:
Tucson Society of the Blind
P.O. Box 57655
Tucson, AZ 85732
Thank you for your support
For membership and general information contact:
Barbara Macpherson, President
(520) 298-2427
Tom Young, Director
(520) 721-1029
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