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VISability is a collection of post featuring stories about the children and families we serve, the wonderful volunteers that share their precious time with us, and new about fundraising events and other opportunities to support VIPS.

Auctioneer Shaun Logsdon pulls the Golden Ticket winning name from a fish bowl held by Justine Aycock.

Record-breaking Gala

May 18, 2026

The 2026 VIPS Gala broke all records, and we have the generosity of our community to thank for that. We’re…

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Adaline is lying on a blanket, interacting with her unicorn toy that lights up and plays music.

Milestone Monday — Adaline

May 18, 2026

Adaline demonstrates increased visual attention and engagement during her structured play activity. She is learning to use an adaptive switch…

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Mirielle is wearing her red glasses and sitting in her mother's lap.

Milestone Monday — Mirielle

May 11, 2026

Mirielle is demonstrating improved tolerance for wearing her glasses following adjustments made to her band by Mom and VIPS DI…

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Graphic with details about the Cookout for the Crusade

Join Us for the 2026 Cookout for the Crusade

May 7, 2026

DATE: Monday, June 1, 2026TIME: 11 am to 1 pmLOCATION: VIPS, 1906 Goldsmith Lane, Louisville, Kentucky Please join us for…

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Wilder, wearing red prescription sunglasses, is sitting on a bench in the park and smiling for the camera.

Wilder Gets the Visual Support He Needs from VIPS and PDS Optical

May 7, 2026

Bethany, A VIPS mom, recently shared Wilder’s story with us as he is soon aging out of our program, where…

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Feeling This Life Season 5 Episode 9 graphic with a photo of hosts Paige Maynard, Jenny Castenir, and Dr. Cathy Smyth.

Podcast: Listener Q&A with Your Hosts

May 4, 2026

In this episode, we answer listener questions from families and professionals supporting children who are blind or have low vision.…

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Elliot is smiling while wearing his glasses and interacting with his light box.

Milestone Monday — Elliot

May 4, 2026

During a recent visit with Miss Julia, Elliott wore his glasses for most of the visit and started tracking items…

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GE volunteers fill the conference room and assemble thank you cards.

GE’s IT Department Volunteer at VIPS

April 28, 2026

Last week, our friends from GE’s IT Department stopped by and made donor cards using the brailler and craft materials.…

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Emery is walking down concrete stairs, steadying herself with her hand on the wall.

Milestone Monday — Emery

April 27, 2026

Emery is a remarkable child and continues to make wonderful progress across all areas of her development. Curious, determined, and…

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2025

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