San Antonio Lighthouse celebrates
White Cane Awareness Day
The San Antonio Lighthouse hosted a White Cane Awareness Day Celebration at Beautify San Antonio Park on Oct. 14.

The White Cane, painted white to be more easily visible, is a vital mobility tool and a symbol of independence for people with a visual impairment. White Cane Awareness Day also celebrates the achievements of people with a visual impairment.

"When you have a white cane and you're able to get around by yourself, and do things people never thought you could, it is very empowering," said Wendy Walker, White Cane Awareness Day Celebration committee member and president of the National Federation of the Blind San Antonio Chapter.

A special thank you to District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo for reading the City Proclamation and to the Chair of the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities Richard Martinez for reading the State Proclamation.
Did you know?
Did you know employees with disabilities are highly motivated to work, are more adaptable and have great problem-solving skills? This National Disability Employment Month reminds us that being inclusive of the visually impaired community can have a positive impact on your business!
A graphic that says National Disability Employment Month and a photo of Ernest Ramos looking at the camera.
Don't miss your chance to win
a $1,000 Visa gift card!
Our golf tournament on Nov. 16 will feature an exciting Helicopter Ball Drop. Numbered golf balls will be dropped from a helicopter and the two golf balls that land closest to the pin will win BIG!

  • The ball closest to the pin wins a $1,000 Visa gift card
  • The ball second closest to the pin wins a $500 Visa gift card
  • Purchase one golf ball for $20 or three golf balls for $50
  • Buyer does NOT need to be present to win
 
Proceeds from the event will benefit programs at the Lighthouse that increase the independence of individuals who are blind and vision impaired.
Meet the Board: Gail Walden

What do you love the most about the San Antonio Lighthouse?

Being a blind individual myself, I am particularly supportive of the rehabilitative services provided and the current expansion to place a little more focus on younger adults getting out into the workforce. I also love their seniors' support programs as this population can easily spin downward toward depression and exclusion from society.
Photo of Gail Walden smiling with her quote "Being a blind individual myself, I am particularly supportive of the rehabilitative services provided and the current expansion to place a little more focus on younger adults getting out into the workforce."