the Iris Network's White Cane Awareness Walk

On Saturday, October 16th, The Iris Network will celebrate the 15th Annual White Cane Awareness Walk.  The Walk raises funds for The Iris Network's programs such as Vision Rehabilitation Services, Low Vision Clinic, Maine AIRS and Resident Support Services at Iris Park Apartments.

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Did you know that one in three people in the United States will experience significant vision loss in their lifetime? And did you know there are over 100,000 Mainers who report they have trouble seeing even with corrective devices or who cannot see at all? Of these, 40,000 can benefit from the services of The Iris Network. This number is expected to double over the next 10-15 years.

The Iris Network's mission is to help people who are visually impaired or blind to attain independence and community integration. At The Iris Network, we facilitate learning the skills to overcome vision loss and maintain an independent and active life at home, at work or in the community. One of those skills is orientation and mobility – how to be out and about on your own even with vision loss.

That is what the White Cane Awareness Walk is about – showing the sighted world that people with visual impairment or blindness can safely travel in their communities with a little help from white canes and service dogs.

The Walk raises funds for The Iris Network's programs such as Vision Rehabilitation Services, Low Vision Clinic, Maine AIRS and Resident Support Services at Iris Park Apartments.

The walk starts and ends at the scenic Maine State Pier. The Pier will be a gathering place of vendors, music and entertainment.

Donations are tax deductible.

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White Cane Awareness Walk
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