Ways to connect
We are just a phone call away
For timely information call the WCB Buzzline at (800) 255-1147
Zoom Community Calls
Low-vision and blind people from all across the nation are getting acquainted and sharing information through the Zoom Meeting app. You do not need a computer and Internet to join a call--just a phone. The American Council of the Blind hosts over 60 calls a week on topics like Assistive Technoloyg, travel skils, cooking, job hunting, recreation, health, and much more. All ages are welcome!
Social Media
Find out what is on people's minds and ask questions.
The American Council of the Blind is very active on Clubhouse. Get to know some dyanmic folks acroos the country and beyond.
The American Council of the Blind (ACB) Facebook page is found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ACBCommunity
The Washington Council of the Blind (WCB) Facebook pages is found at https://www.facebook.com/WashingtonCounciloftheBlind
Leadership and Legislative Seminars
Next year, both the Washingtonn Council of the Blind and the American Council of the Blind will hold virtual workshops--very affordable and informative. This is a great way to learn to adovocate and do it in numbers!
F.O.O.D.
Stands for: Fun, Opportunity, Outreach, and Dining! After CoVid, we hope to restart our F.O.O.D. social time so we can provide large-print and braille menus to area restaurants. Join us for a good time and help raise awareness in the community.
Puget Sound Braille Challenge and Student Summit
Our state organization is like a big family and busy making good stuff happen. Once a year WCB hosts a braille challenge to encourage literacy and a summit to bring high school age kids together.
Member beneifits that help you connect
As a member, you can sign up to be on our chapter email list, as will as the WCB list to get timely information, resources, be able to post and ask questions.
You can also read articles or contribute to our quarterly state Newsline or read the national newsletter.