A recent Lighthouse National Survey reveals that one in six people over the age of 45 reports that they have impaired vision even when wearing their glasses.
The professional staff of VISIONS of INDIANA at TradeWinds designs programs to meet the individual needs of each student. Instruction is available at the TradeWinds Technology Center, in the community, or at the student's home.
VISIONS of INDIANA at TradeWinds equips adults and seniors with the skills, options and equipment they need to be self-sufficient and independent while working, living, and playing in their community.
Designed to assist adults who are vision impaired or blind to develop skills, which will allow them to maximize their potential for independent travel. This is accomplished through one-on-one instruction in the following areas.
Pre-cane skills:
Basic Cane Skills
Residential Travel
Business Travel
Independent Travel
If you want to help Tradewinds help the community, click the link above and get involved by signing up for any of our available events.
If your busy schedule doesn't allow you to take part in the events, you can always donate...whether it's household items for the Residential Group Homes, contributing to the Endowment Fund, or making an annual contribution...all are welcome!
Our annual Gala, Golf Scramble and Poker Tournament are major funding sources for TradeWinds Services. Each year we strive to make the fundraisers bigger and better. If you are interested in attending or sponsoring a TradeWinds Services event, please contact Connie Skozen at (219) 949-4000, ext. 245 or via e-mail at cskozen@tradewindservices.org