Chicago Lighthouse News

Chicago Hockey Teams Give to the Lighthouse

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:52:00 +0000

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Chicago Blackhawks Charities have awarded a $15,000 grant to The Chicago Lighthouse to support students with low vision in Chicago area schools.

2010 Summer Interns Finish Six Week Stay at Lighthouse

chorrigan — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:47:44 +0000

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The Lighthouse said farewell to the 2010 Summer Lighthouse Internship Program (SLIP) participants who finished their six week stay on Friday, August 6th. This year 13 high school and college

CompTIA Educational Foundation Honors Lighthouse

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:27:27 +0000

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Citing its successful efforts in training women and minorities who are visually impaired for careers in information technology (IT), the Lighthouse was given a Creating Futures Award from the CompT

'Tools for Living' Store Profiled by Medill Reports Chicago

chorrigan — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 20:46:18 +0000

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The Chicago Lighthouse’s "Tools for Living" store was recently profiled in a Medill Reports Chicago news story which aired on several cable stations and other outlets around the Chicago area.

President Obama Appoints Former Chicago Lighthouse Executive James Kesteloot to Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled

admin — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:49:17 +0000

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President Obama has appointed former Chicago Lighthouse President and Executive Director James M.

Renowned Chicago Attorney Paul W. Rink Has Joined the Kane Legal Clinic

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:17:06 +0000

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The Chicago Lighthouse Kane Legal Clinic has added prominent Chicago attorney and Lighthouse board member Paul W.

Best “Back to School” Tips for People Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:10:59 +0000

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For most, back to school time is all about getting organized for the year ahead, getting new supplies and maybe a new wardrobe.

2010 Lighthouse Scholarships Awards Given to 28 Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:49:53 +0000

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The Lighthouse hosted an ice cream social for our 2010 Scholarship winners on Saturday, July 24th. This year, the Scholarship Program gave $59,000 in awards to 28 individuals from across the

Senator Durbin to Reflect on ADA’s 20th Anniversary during Chicago Lighthouse appearance July 26th

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:28:42 +0000

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Senator Richard Durbin will reflect on the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act during an appearance Monday, July 26th, at The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who

Billy Elliot Event a Great Success

chorrigan — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:42:13 +0000

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The Women’s Board for The Chicago Lighthouse presented an outing to the smash hit, Billy Elliot the Musical, at the Oriental Theatre followed by a reception at the acclaimed Hotel Allegro

Low Vision Clinic's Dr. Alfred Rosenbloom Inducted into National Optometry Hall of Fame

chorrigan — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:39:18 +0000

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Citing his extraordinary contributions to the profession, Dr. Alfred A.

Important Update About RTA Circut Permits for People With Disabilities

chorrigan — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:52:16 +0000

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The following news story appears courtesy of The Chicago Tribune:

Circuit Permits for disabled can be used until July 10

Triathlete Races for The Chicago Lighthouse

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:42:53 +0000

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Friend of The Chicago Lighthouse, Jim Chesire, will be racing the 70.3 mile Steelhead Ironman triathlon in Benton Harbor Michigan on July 31st to raise funds for the Lighthouse Scholarship Program.

Lighthouse Salutes ADA’s 20th Anniversary

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:29:05 +0000

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In recognition of the 20th anniversary of the signing into law of the landmark Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act, the Lighthouse will sponsor a special panel discussion on Monday, July 26

New Address for Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic Serving Arlington Heights

chorrigan — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:03:14 +0000

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The Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic serving Arlington Heights has been relocated to the Northwest Community Outpatient Building, 3300 Kirchoff Rd.

Chicago Lighthouse Deaf-Blind Program in The Helen Keller National Center’s June Newsletter

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:14:49 +0000

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The article below from The Helen Keller National Center’s June newsletter mentions the Lighthouse's Deaf-Blind Outreach Program Manager, Joann Rushing and Deaf-Blind Community Outreach Specialist,

Lighthouse House and Garden Walk Event in "Sheridan Road Magazine"

chorrigan — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:39:32 +0000

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One of the homes that will be open to event goers for the Lighthouse's read more

Tools for Living Store Announcement

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:09:23 +0000

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Please note The Chicago Lighthouse "Tools For Living" retail store located at 1850 West Roosevelt will be closed for inventory until Tuesday Morning, June 29th.

Lighthouse Celebrates 30th Annual Special Games

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 21:18:42 +0000

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The Chicago Lighthouse held its 30th Annual Special Games for the students of the Children’s Development Center on Friday, June 4th.

Dallas Youth Choir Performs at the Lighthouse

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:58:09 +0000

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On Wednesday, June 9th, the Highland Park United Methodist Youth Choir, performed in the Lighthouse cafeteria. The singers, who hail from Dallas, Texas, entertained Lighthouse participants an