Orientation Center for the Blind

Orientation Center for the Blind Welcome to the page for our structured discovery training center located in Des Moines.

Here you can get updates on how the students are building confidence, developing blindness skills, and developing a positive attitude toward blindness.

Yesterday, we had several students from our Orientation Center for the Blind and LEAP program attend the Blind and Low V...
06/24/2026

Yesterday, we had several students from our Orientation Center for the Blind and LEAP program attend the Blind and Low Vision run club! 🏃‍♀️🏃

A big thank you to the Wellmark YMCA and Team Run Free for making this opportunity possible!

12/19/2025

“You, as a blind person, have the right to be treated respectfully, and you have the right to be included.”🎄

Iowa Department for the Blind Director Stacy Cervenka sits down with Orientation Center Administrator Karly Prinds to discuss navigating family dynamics with confidence—especially during the holidays.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsfRhv_DTzU
👉 Learn more about the Orientation Center: http://blind.iowa.gov/orientation-center

Last week, students at the Orientation Center for the Blind cut down and decorated a holiday tree—a yearly tradition tha...
12/03/2025

Last week, students at the Orientation Center for the Blind cut down and decorated a holiday tree—a yearly tradition that builds confidence and collaboration! 🎄✨

Want to learn more about the Orientation Center? Visit https://blind.iowa.gov/orientation-center

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524 4th Street
Des Moines, IA
50309

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+15158028162

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