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Serving the social, recreational, educational, referral, and advocacy needs of the blind and visually impaired population of southeastern Connecticut since 1972. The center enriches lives through diverse programs and resources.
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South East Connecticut Community Center Of The Blind

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Mentor Programme

{Mentorship programme is designed to help teens find the career path that best suits them.}

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Recreational Programs

Provides social and recreational activities for legally blind residents of Southeastern Connecticut, including fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, arts and crafts, and sewing.

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Educational Programs

Offers classes in Braille and adaptive computer lessons.

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Offers field trips, a craft group, and monthly dinners.

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About

South East Connecticut Community Center Of The Blind

Founded in

1976

EIN

06-0945527

IRS 501(C) Type

501(c)()

Category/Type

High

Address

75 GRANITE ST REAR NEW LONDON, CT 06320-5770 United States

Website

https://centeroftheblind.org/

Phone

(860)-447-2048

Email address

[email protected]

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The South East Connecticut Community Center of the Blind, founded in 1976, serves over 1,000 legally blind residents in Southeastern CT. They offer social, recreational, and educational programs such as Braille and computer classes, cooking and craft classes, support groups, and recreational activities to promote independence and community engagement.

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Serving the social, recreational, educational, referral, and advocacy needs of the blind and visually impaired population of southeastern Connecticut since 1972. The center enriches lives through diverse programs and resources.

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