Houston Lighthouse

Happy 713 Day! For over 86 years, The Lighthouse of Houston has been proud to serve the Greater Houston area. From singing at Astros games and enjoying Art Cars to crawfish boils, Beeping Easter Egg Hunts, and more, we are so grateful to represent our city.

Sudden vision loss at 20. Seven brain surgeries. A month in the hospital. And a path forward built through skills, community, and purpose. New episode of Sightless Voices: Unleashing Potential available now or watch on YouTube: youtu.be/XALuhinoPWg

Kathy Gallagher shares how growing up blind, guide dog independence, and hiring discrimination shaped her mission to expand employment pathways for blind professionals. Her advice for jobseekers: “Apply for jobs that you are qualified for.” Watch: youtu.be/mZKi5EliVDA?si…

Kathy Gallagher joins Sightless Voices to share growing up blind, the confidence her guide dogs gave her, and the truth about job‑search discrimination: “I didn’t feel like I experienced discrimination until I went to look for a job.” Watch/listen: youtu.be/mZKi5EliVDA?si…

Have you listened yet? Lonnie Bedwell shares how losing his eyesight in a hunting accident changed his life—and how his daughters changed it even more. “My daughters… they changed my vision more than the loss of my eyesight ever did.” Listen now: youtu.be/0GVcu96YfHo?si…

The Lighthouse of Houston Choir has the opportunity to sing the National Anthem at the Astros vs Tigers game on June 16 at 7:10 PM. We are incredibly close to our goal, and we need your help to make it happen! Buy tickets here (deadline June 15): gofevo.com/event/Lighthou…

“I just finished climbing Mount Kilimanjaro again for the second time.” Jennifer talks with Lonnie, blind adventurer, Navy vet, single father, and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, on this week’s episode of Sightless Voices. Watch/listen: youtu.be/0GVcu96YfHo?si…

Have you listened yet? Detrick Jones went from Lighthouse youth programs to founding a nonprofit rooted in creativity and empowerment. “As a blind person, you have to have that confidence." — Detrick Jones Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: youtu.be/9UWExh-wuaw?si…

Today, we take time to remember and honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. From everyone at The Lighthouse of Houston, Happy Memorial Day.

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. When accessibility is thought of from the beginning, it creates a better experience for everyone involved. When we design systems that are inclusive, everyone feels included.

May is Healthy Vision Month, a perfect reminder to take care of your eyes! Live a healthy lifestyle. That includes things like exercising, going outside, and eating nutrient-packed leafy greens and fish, which can lower the risk of eye disease.

New Sightless Voices! Detrick Jones shares his journey with Cone Rod Dystrophy, how Lighthouse youth programs shaped him, and why he’s building an arts‑centered nonprofit. “Gain confidence and just do it… Don’t let anyone take your independence.” Watch: ow.ly/q41A50Z1tav

Have you listened yet? Jennifer Parrish sits down with Ana Escobedo to talk sudden blindness, motherhood, rehab, and rebuilding confidence as lead of UH’s FixIt Call Center. “It’s given me self‑worth… The Lighthouse made me employable.” Watch: youtu.be/lN_1MqHiM34?si…

Take us out to the ballgame! Join us on June 16th at 7:10 PM, when our Lighthouse Choir sings the Anthem before the Astros vs Tigers game. Buy your discounted tickets before June 15th: gofevo.com/event/Lighthou…

May is Healthy Vision Month! At The Lighthouse of Houston, we believe that vision loss at all ages and all stages deserves compassionate, expert care. No matter where you are in your vision journey, we're here to help you. To learn more, visit houstonlighthouse.org/health-service…

New episode out now! Sudden vision loss can bring grief and isolation, but reaching out for support is the first step toward rebuilding. Jennifer Parrish talks with Ana Escobedo about blindness, motherhood, rehab, and rebuilding confidence. Listen now: youtu.be/lN_1MqHiM34?si…

"It's amazing to have events that are all inclusive," event attendee Cindy said. "It's just really nice for him to be able to participate and actually get do something fun." Enjoy these special moments from our 44nd Annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt! youtu.be/yNxt7-dDKDU?si…

Join us rain or shine tomorrow, April 30th from 4 to 7 PM, for our Annual Crawfish Boil. Enjoy crawfish, drinks, games, and prizes and help empower individuals who are blind or low vision. Be sure to register online and snag your spot! pro.gofundme.com/event/annual-c…

Have you seen last week’s episode? "Guide dogs are not out-of-the-box devices... it's a partnership." - Karen Petty Jennifer and Karen dive into childhood vision loss, guide dogs, serving veterans, and why blindness is a beginning, not an ending. ow.ly/PFtP50YRewE

Congratulations to our President Jenna Dhayer on being nominated for and awarded the Roxann Mayros Organizational Champion Award by @VisionServeA Her innovative leadership and commitment to expanding opportunities for people with blindness and low vision inspire us every day.