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Southwest Florida
Council of The Blind

SWFCB serves citizens of Lee County who are blind or visually impaired through education, advocacy and mentoring.

UPCOMING EVENT: March 9th, 2019 - Living the good Life Expo, 10AM-1PM, Library meeting rooms, 1651 Lee St.
About SWFCB

SWFCB serves citizens of Lee County who are blind or visually impaired through education, advocacy and mentoring.
SWFCB is a chapter of the Florida Council of the Blind and an affiliate of the American Council of the Blind.
It’s not necessary to be visually impaired to be a member!

Will and Joe holding banner November 2014

Mission

To enhance the lives of blind and visually impaired residents of Lee County.

50th anniversary of white cane safety day swfcb crossing the street as a group 2014

Vision

To educate about the challenges faced by and the capabilities of people with vision loss.

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Goal

To equalize the opportunities of people with vision loss in education, employment, transportation and recreation.

Holiday Shopping 2017

SWFCB In Action

Come to one of our monthly meetings and check us out! To find out when and where, call (239)314-8768 or email swfcb1@gmail.com

Presenting commissioners with certificates of appreciation November 2014

SWFCB Provides

  • Activities designed to empower those who are blind and visually impaired to be independent,active and productive members of society.
  • Opportunities for networking to develop strategies supporting the rights and needs of people with vision loss.
  • Advocacy for changes enhancing the lives of people with vision loss through representation with local,state and federal officials and organizations.
  • Funding for adaptive equipment and mentoring for students and workers with vision loss.
  • Social and educational opportunities.
  • Programming to inform and support parents and educators about the needs of children who are blind or visually impaired.
  • Annual scholarship for a high school senior attending a higher learning institution.

    • Meeting Time & Date

    The 3rd Saturday of every month 9:30 am to Noon
    4701 Summerlin Rd. Ft Myers, 33919
    Drop off is at the green awning near the cafeteria