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Sheila Klopfenstein on Merritt in the Morning Podcast
Sheila Klopfenstein, Indiana Education Lead and Teacher of the Visually Impaired, appeared on Episode 61 of Merrit in the Morning, hosted by Jim Merritt and Sheila’s husband, Brad Klopfenstein. Thank you, Brad and Jim, for helping us get the word out about VIPS! You can also listen or watch on Facebook, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
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Halloween Spooktacular at the FRC
The Halloween Spooktacular at the Family Resource Center was a great success. Many, many thanks to our sponsors: United Way of Central Indiana, McMillen Health, The Smile Mobile, Delta Dental Foundation, Starbucks(Thanks, Nicole), and [EYE can see]. And thanks to all the organizations that joined us, including Indiana Blind Children’s Foundation, Indiana School for the…
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Halloween at the Kentucky Center
It’s Halloween week, and we’ve had a lot going on this month. Thank you, Kentucky Science Center, for letting our families spend time in the museum without the crowds. We loved seeing all the kids and their Halloween costumes. We also received support from the Louisville Downtown Lions Club, and thanks to UPS for supplying…
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Has Your Child Outgrown Their Cane? Donate It to Our Lending Library
VIPS is building a lending library of pre-cane devices and white canes for our VIPS children to use while they are waiting for a device of their own. If your child has outgrown their cane and you would like to share their old cane or pre-cane device with another child and family, please reach out…
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Golf Tournament Raises Money for VIPS Kids
The 37th Annual VIPS Golf Tournament, sponsored by Yum!, is a wrap, and we raised about $45,000! The weather was perfect, Wildwood Country Club is beautiful, and everyone had a great time. We want to thank everyone who made this such a great event. Yum! sponsored the event, and Debbie Baldwin and Erica Kiefer were…
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October Declared Blindness and Low Vision Awareness Month in Indiana
October is Blindness and Low Vision Awareness Month in Indiana, as declared by Governor Mike Braun. Over 157,000 Hoosiers who are experiencing blindness or low vision thank you. This recognition is also meaningful to those who work tirelessly to ensure that a whole and fulfilling life is achievable. Thank you, Governor.
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Gov. Beshear Declares October Blind and Low Vision Awareness Month in Kentucky
Governor Andy Beshear has declared October Blindness and Low Vision Awareness Month in Kentucky. Thank you for raising awareness about the more than 160,000 Kentuckians who are experiencing blindness or low vision, and to those who work tirelessly to ensure all may reach their full potential and achieve the success they deserve.
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David Sterne: A Lifeline for VIPS Families
Meet the man behind the miles: David’s story of kindness and commitment.
Read MoreEmpowering Families, Leading with Purpose… Meet Sheila Klopfenstein
From banker to beloved teacher, Sheila brings passion, purpose, and powerful support to VIPS families across Indiana.
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VIPS Announces Name Change to Better Align with its Mission
Louisville, KY – January 31, 2025 – Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) is proud to celebrate 40 years of serving young children with blindness or low vision and their families. As part of this milestone anniversary, VIPS is announcing a significant update to its acronym, which will now stand for Vision Interventions and Parental Support…
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