IEC (Inclusion • Enrichment • Connection)
Building Community, Empowering Independence
We believe that in order to achieve high-level goals, most individuals are greatly benefited by social connection and supportive activities. Our philosophy seeks to address more than just the provision of technical skills which is why we place so much importance on our Social Programs. Valley Center for the Blind Offers Counseling and Group Support, Creative Recreation, Special Activity Groups, Adaptive Recreation and so much more. VCB hopes to provide our participants with the opportunity to build a caring community while developing high-level independence skills and structures our social programs to provide for individual needs in group settings.
Supportive Services
Valley Center for the Blind is committed to the idea that our participants deserve a community to seek support as they navigate the world without vision. We offer many options, including valuable classes such as Adjustment to Blindness and Dependent No More and a variety of support groups run by professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in our participants' lives. VCB can also connect you to appropriate resources.
Adaptive Recreation
Empowering Clients Through Adventure
VCB is proud to offer an exciting Adaptive Recreation Program to provide inclusive opportunities for adven-ture, confidence boosting, and team building. This program is offered during the summer and winter seasons. VCB primarily offers our Adaptive Recreation Program in partnership with Central California Adaptive Sports Center, which allows individuals with disabilities to engage in outdoor activities. These programs incorporate the latest equipment and therapeutic recreation practices and facilitate activities in a professional manner with the goal of providing programming that has a lasting impact on the quality of our participants’ lives. Our clients can expect to do a wide range of activities depending on the season such as mountain biking, beach yoga, rock climbing, skiing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The staff at Central California Adaptive Sports Center are extremely hands-on and in tune with our clients’ needs.
Social Programs
At Valley Center for the Blind, our social programs create meaningful opportunities for connection, community, and joy. Throughout the year, we host a variety of special events—from holiday celebrations to engaging special‑interest groups like book clubs, game nights, and more. These gatherings offer a welcoming space where people experiencing vision loss can meet others who truly understand their journey, build supportive friendships, and share experiences in a fun, inclusive environment. If you’d like to get involved, simply call our offices—we’ll help you find the perfect group or event to join.
