Lighthouse Guild

Empowering Vision. Transforming Lives.

Lighthouse Guild delivers innovative care, technology, and community to help people with vision loss live fully and independently.

Mario’s Story

Mario’s Story

November 10, 2025

When Mario reflects on his life, one word comes to mind — community. It’s something he’s valued since his days serving in the U.S. Navy during the 1960s, and it’s something he’s found again at Lighthouse Guild’s Adult Day Health Care program, GuildCare.

Read Mario’s Story
  • Amanie’s Story

    With the fall comes the start of school — and that means more to me now than ever before. A dream has been in my…

  • Brian’s Story

    As a father with low vision, I’ve learned that parenting can look a little different for me than it does for sighted dads. I have two…

  • Terrell’s Story

    For the first time in 30 years, Terrell is riding a bike again, participating in the upcoming TD 5 Boro Bike Tour in New York…

  • Get Care

    Our dedicated team of doctors, nurses, rehabilitation therapists, psychiatrists, and social workers is here to help you get the care and support you need. Together, we’ll focus on your health, wellness, and independence.

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  • Find Support

    Gain confidence, overcome challenges, and develop the skills to live a more independent life. With Lighthouse Guild by your side, the life you want is within reach.

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  • Learn & Train

    Access online courses, professional education, and assistive technology training designed to help people with vision loss — and the professionals who support them — build skills and confidence.

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Technology at Lighthouse Guild

  • Technology Center

    The Center, which occupies 11,000 square feet at Lighthouse Guild’s New York City headquarters, offers a one-stop resource for vision care, rehabilitation, and technology training.

  • Assistive Technology Training

    One of New York’s best assistive technology training programs for people with vision loss.

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Help Lighthouse Guild provided service to those with vision impairment. You can donate, volunteer, or become a partner today.