Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI)

06/01/2026

“June is the pearl of summer, shining with warmth and joy.” — L. M. Montgomery

CVI welcomes June and the start of summer with friends at the Tommy Thompson Senior Center in Newnan! 🌞 We loved sharing how our CVI low vision clinic, adaptive tools, and assistive technology can help people with vision loss enjoy all their favorite summer activities.



Image of a group sitting and smiling during a CVI presentation at the senior center.

05/29/2026

We wish all the teams best of luck and a great time at the Georgia Blind Sports Peach State Classic Goalball Tournament! 🎉

This weekend Georgia Blind Sports Association is hosting its annual Peach State Classic Goalball Tournament. This will be held in Smyrna, Ga, May 29th through the 31st. Teams from all over the US will be here competing. We welcome the public to come watch and learn about this amazing sport played by many talented athletes.

05/25/2026

“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.” — Harry S. Truman

This Memorial Day, we take time to remember and honor. CVI will be closed for the Holiday and reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.


Image of a Memorial Day graphic featuring the American Flag.

05/21/2026

As the school year winds down and summer begins, we’re excited to share the stories of CVI students graduating from high school and starting exciting new chapters! We’re so proud of what these students have achieved and grateful for the support from families, schools, and the CVI community.

Read their inspiring stories here, and please join us in congratulating the Class of 2026! https://cviga.org/classof26/

05/15/2026

Bright and cheerful Friday at the H.J.C Bowden Senior Center! Thank you for including CVI in your Health Fair for Older Americans Month. We loved celebrating community and sharing info on CVI low vision adaptive tools and services.

Image description of guests at the Bowden Senior Center for Older Americans Month Health Fair wearing blue Hawaiian Leis at the CVI information table.

05/12/2026

Learn about Georgia Blind Sports Annual May Goalball Tournament & Volunteer Needs!

🏆Join GBSA for their annual goalball tournament May 29th-31st and support GBSA's athletes and parasport athletes from across the U.S. Sighted volunteers are needed for the event. If you are interested in helping out, you can sign up here. GBSA is also looking for tandem bike pilots for their new tandem biking program. You can sign up here if you are interested in volunteering. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAeI7neo731pAhJhIYH37ab-Daupxy0VjLv4FNe5Z8T_COhw/viewform

🏆To learn more about participating with GBSA, gablindsports.org

The Southeast Regional Goalball Tournament is coming to Smyrna, Georgia, May 29–31, 2026! Please visit our website or contact Hal Simpson for more information. QR code to website on flyer below.

05/04/2026

CVI is excited to share Raveena Alli’s inspiring video testimonial, highlighting her courageous spirit that earned her the 2026 Sarah Woolf Spirit Award. Her journey and start at Georgia Tech is a powerful reminder of perseverance and leadership. Watch her story and join us in celebrating her impact.

04/29/2026

Thank you so much Atlanta Department of Transportation for joining us at Night Visions & supporting our mission!

04/28/2026

"During OT Month, we celebrate the incredible role our occupational therapists and COTAs play in helping individuals with vision loss rediscover confidence, independence, and possibility. Through creativity, compassion, and the use of adaptive tools and strategies, our OTs help clients build new ways to continue doing the things that matter most and lead their fullest lives." - Shelby Pape, CVI Program Director

CVI is so thankful for our amazing team that helps our low vision clients thrive! 🎉Throughout April, we enjoyed opportunities to show our gratitude during Occupational Therapy Month!

Learn more about our CVI services & how our team can help those impacted by vision loss here: https://cviga.org/services/

04/23/2026

🎉 Drum roll, please! 🥁 CVI is thrilled to announce that, thanks to our incredible supporters and the inspiring honorees of Night Visions 2026, we raised over $490,000! 🙌 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to our CVI mission of empowering individuals impacted by vision loss to live with independence and dignity. You are making a difference in our community!

Read more in our latest CVI Blog post: https://cviga.org/2026-night-visions/