VisionLink & You
Welcome to VisionLink & You! Learn more here about the growing community dedicated to building a more accessible region for people with vision loss and how, together, we are helping people reach their goals for greater independence. Your support and engagement make our work possible.
Thank You to Our Donors!
We are so grateful to The Sarah Ralston Foundation for naming VisionLink as one of its Spring 2024 General Operating Support Grantees. The $25,000 award recognizes and supports our ongoing work with older Philadelphians with vision loss. With this grant, we will continue to provide essential education, support services, and community resources, helping those experiencing vision loss gain important skills and connections to achieve greater independence and well-being.
"We are thankful to The Sarah Ralston Foundation for recognizing and supporting VisionLink," said Karla McCaney, president and CEO of VisionLink. "The majority of our clients are seniors who deal with increasing vision difficulties as they age. Our team tailors programs and training to support clients’ individual goals, connect them with vital resources, and help them build a sense of community. Through the Foundation’s generosity, we can continue to expand our reach and help more seniors live confidently and as independently as they can. Thank you, Sarah Ralston Foundation, for making such a meaningful impact on our community."
Thank you to the Reader's Digest Partners for Sight Foundation for a new $50,000 grant to strengthen our educational programming, community outreach efforts, and strategic business planning to support individuals with vision loss in Philadelphia, including the growing number of older adults.
“With the support of the Reader's Digest Partners for Sight Foundation, VisionLink is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of those experiencing vision loss,” said Karla McCaney, president and CEO of VisionLink. “This funding allows us to further our mission by enhancing multiple areas of our organization, including our adaptive technology workshops, community outreach, and the opening this fall of our dedicated low vision resource center in Philadelphia. Thank you Partners for Sight!”
Partnership Spotlight: MERCY Life
VisionLink has partnered with Mercy LIFE (Living Independently For Elders) to hold training sessions for its staff, equipping them with the confidence and knowledge to deliver the highest-quality care to senior clients with vision loss. Located in West Philadelphia, Mercy LIFE provides essential care to older adults, enabling them to maintain independence at home. Seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses, and fellow clients. This collaboration benefits both Mercy LIFE and VisionLink clients by offering a new network of services and support tailored specifically for seniors. We look forward to continuing and growing our partnership! To learn more about our programs, click here.
ICYMI: VisionLink Live on WURD Radio
VisionLink's Director of Programs, Melodye May, was recently featured on Dr. James Peterson's Evening WURDs radio show. Listen to the interview for May’s insights about our training, programs, and services.
领英推荐
We are mourning the loss of a VisionLink champion. Will Jordan died on May 25. A member of our Board of Directors since 2016, Will provided counsel and guidance as Chair of the Audit Committee and as a member of the Development and Marketing Committee. His dedication to our mission helped shape our strategies for enhancing our services and reach to support adults with vision loss. Will was a lifelong Philadelphian and also a passionate supporter of the city's arts and cultural institutions. In addition to his work with VisionLink, Will served on the Board of Councilors for the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, was a past president of the Center City Residents Association, and held positions as board and treasurer with the Old Pine Conservancy and Historic Rittenhouse Town. He was also involved with the Society of St. George of Philadelphia, the Social Register, the Black Tie Club International, and the World Affairs Council, as well as a volunteer for Episcopal Community Services. In addition to his steadfast support of VisionLink, he supported numerous organizations, including the Free Library of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Assemblies Ball, and the Curtis Institute of Music. Our hearts are with Will's family. We will miss him.
Client Milestone from a VisionLink Instructor
Support Adults with Vision Loss Today
Imagine experiencing vision loss for the first time and needing to adjust to a new way of life. VisionLink connects people with vision loss to essential resources and support, helping them maintain their independence—all at no cost. Your donations make a difference. Whether you choose to give once, monthly, quarterly, or annually, every contribution--no matter the size--helps our clients gain free access to services that enable them to navigate their world with confidence. Join us in impacting the lives of people with vision loss. Please make a gift today.
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Stay tuned for new videos coming soon that will provide easy-to-use, shareable information on devices and techniques that can help adults with vision loss navigate day-to-day life!