Resources
We believe knowledge empowers independence.
This Resources page connects you to outside organizations and services that provide valuable information, tools, and support for people who are blind or visually impaired. Whether you’re seeking guidance, education, or community connections, these trusted resources are a great place to start.
National Federation of the Blind
Corpus Christi Regional Transit Authority
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
Caring.com: Assisted Living Options for People with Vision Impairment
Texas Workforce Commission: Provides rehabilitative services, such as Orientation & Mobility (O&M) training, evaluating and providing proper accommodations and necessary training based on degree of vision loss and vocational rehab services to those with visual impairments.
4410 Dillon Ln. Ste. 44
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Phone: (361) 878-3000
National Federation for the Blind Coastal Bend Chapter: Support Group for blind and visually impaired individuals.
President: Jeanette Garza, 361-834-5582
Vice-President: Andy Tamez, 361-658-7497
Coastal Bend Center for Independent Living (CBCIL): Additional resource center for Coastal Bend residents with disabilities
1537 7th St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Phone: (361) 883-8461
211 – Texas
Education Service Center (ESC) Region 2 VI/O&M Services: Collaborates with DARS-DBS, local school districts and parents to provide necessary adaptations in an academic setting for blind and visually impaired students in Pre-K through 12th.
209 N. Water St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: (361) 561-8539 – Visual Impairment (VI) Consultation
(361) 561-8509 – Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Consultation
(361) 561-8672 – Secretary
Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (RTA): Public transportation for Corpus Christi
Phone: (361) 289-2600 – “B” Automated Rideline (General information and fixed-route schedules)
(361) 883-2287 – Customer Service
(361) 289-5881 – B-Line Paratransit Services
www.ccrta.org
Guide Dogs of Texas, Inc.: Guide dog services
11825 West Ave. Ste. 104
San Antonio, TX 78216
Phone: 1-800-831-9231 – Toll free in Texas
(210) 366-4081
www.guidedogsoftexas.org
Adaptive Low Vision Products
Computers for the Blind: Provides fully accessible, refurbished computers to blind and visually impaired individuals at a discounted rate
Phone: (214) 340-6328
E-Mail: info@computersfortheblind.net
www.computersfortheblind.net
MaxiAids
Toll Free – 1-800-522-6294
www.maxiaids.com
Independent Living Aids (ILA)
Phone: 1-800-537-2118
www.independentliving.com
Learning, Sight & Sound (LS&S)
Toll Free: 1-800-468-4789
www.lssproducts.com
Eschenbach Optik
Phone: 1-800-487-5389
www.eschenbach.com
Disclaimer: The resources listed on this page are provided for informational purposes only. stlb does not control or guarantee the content, accuracy, or availability of external websites. Inclusion of a resource does not imply endorsement.
Blind Love Experience
The Blind Love Experience invites participants to step outside the visual and engage their senses in a new way. What began as a blind wine tasting has evolved into new experiences each year—including our Blind Love 5K—designed to build empathy, awareness, and connection. These events encourage participants to experience the world differently while supporting inclusive employment and community education.
Sunny Adventures – Children’s Art Event
Sunny Adventures is a joyful, hands-on art experience created especially for children and families. This event celebrates creativity, inclusion, and self-expression while introducing young participants to the idea that art—and opportunity—should be accessible to everyone. Sunny Adventures fosters early understanding, compassion, and curiosity in a fun and welcoming environment.
Golf Tournament
Birdies for the Blind brings our community together for a day on the course with a powerful purpose. This annual golf tournament raises awareness and critical support for employment opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired. Through friendly competition, sponsorships, and shared experiences, it helps drive real impact while connecting supporters to our mission in a meaningful way.
Corpus Christi
4421 Agnes St.
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
Phone: (361) 883-6553
Toll free: (888) 255-8011
Fax: (361) 883-1041
Victoria
5602 John Stockbauer Dr,
Victoria, TX 77904
Phone: (361) 570-8088