With classes on Braille, diabetes education, medication management and cooking, the San Antonio Lighthouse Senior Center offers area seniors a great place to learn how to maintain their independence and socialize at the same time. Location: Across the street from the Lighthouse Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m Monday - Friday Activity Schedule: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m Tuesday-Thursday Come join us!

Because more than half of all persons who are blind or visually impaired are over the age of 55, the San Antonio Lighthouse offers a unique opportunity for them to stay independent and active. Since the senior population is expected to double within the next 30 years, this center is not only growing in its number of participants but in importance to the community as well.

Most middle-aged and older Americans fear blindness more than all other physical impairments.

The Center’s Independent Living Skills Training

Provides in-home training and skill development on household management, personal care, communication skills, and travel training;

Teaches techniques and tips to maintain independence in daily living activities;

Provides access to technology and computers to further enhance independence;

Offers low vision services to assist participants to better utilize their remaining vision;

Provides individual, in-home counseling to help in the adjustment to blindness, and encourages the newly blinded person to join in activities outside the home.

The Center also supports active lifestyles by providing opportunities for participants to interact with others in various social, recreational and educational settings such as low vision clubs, peer support groups, arts and crafts, and exercise groups.

The Center offers Caregiver Training as well by educating family members, caregivers and service providers on blindness awareness through sensitivity training and “Train the Caregiver” presentations.  

Community Awareness Information & Referrals

• Educates the community about blindness through presentations and sensitivity training to help the general public understand the challenges of people who are blind or severely visually impaired.
• Provides comprehensive information and referrals to low vision clinics, ophthalmologists, low vision clubs, and other resources available to seniors.

For more information about the Senior Center, call Michelle Withers at 210-531-1515.