These community groups for blind and partially sighted people offer a wealth of support, inspiration, and fun. They extend a heart-felt invitation to you to join them in a variety of activities and events. If you are blind or partially sighted and wish to share your experiences with others and make new friends, gain helpful information to improve your quality of life, and participate in fun-filled activities and events, these support groups are just the ticket.

Each of the following support groups list a contact person and telephone number you can call with any questions you may have.

Support Group Listings:

Ex-Sighted Description: This special support group for the blind and partially sighted is called Ex-Sighted. If you are blind or partially sighted and wish to share your experiences with others and make new friends, this group is for you. Meeting Dates: The 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month Meeting Times: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. City/State: Spokane,  Washington Location: Lilac Services for the Blind located at 1212 N. Howard St. Contact Name: Bill Ulmer Contact Number: (509) 928-4625

Out-of-Sight Description: The blind members and friends support each other through conversation, discussion of common problems, and exchange of useful information. You are invited to bring your lunch, and join this group for coffee, snacks, and playing games. Meeting Dates: Every Friday Meeting Times: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. City/State: Spokane,  Washington Location: Lilac Services for the Blind located at 1212 N. Howard St. Contact Name: Out-of-Sight Contact Number: (509) 328-9116

Support Group in Moses Lake Description: This special support group meets at 10 a.m. on the last Friday of each month. They meet at the Monroe House in Moses Lake. Meeting Dates: Last Friday of each month Meeting Times: 10:00 a.m. City/State: Moses Lake,  Washington Location: 1405 S. Monroe Contact Name: Virginia Contact Number: (509) 765-2200

Support Group in Wenatchee Description: This special support group called Vision Impossible meets every Wednesday at the Columbia Station. Transportation is available. Meeting Dates: Every Wednesday Meeting Times: 2:00 p.m. City/State: Wenatchee,  Washington Location: Columbia Station Contact Name: Rick Contact Number: (509) 884-1021

Support Group in Ellensburg Description: A support group is beginning. Call Kelly for more information at (509) 328-9116. Meeting Dates: To be announced Meeting Times: To be announced City/State: Ellensburg,  Washington Location: To be announced Contact Name: Kelly Contact Number: (509) 328-9116

United Blind of Spokane Description: This advocacy/support group discusses a variety of local and national issues to improve the well-being of blind and partially sighted people while encouraging and assisting all blind persons to develop their abilities. This organization is a member of the WA Council of the Blind, an affliate of the American Council of the Blind. Meeting Dates: 2nd Saturday of each month Meeting Times: Sack Lunch at 11:00 a.m.; Meeting at 11:30 a.m. City/State: Spokane,  Washington Location: Cooper George Retirement Center conference room at 707 West 5th Avenue (across from Deaconess Medical Center) Contact Name: Dorothy Carroll Contact Number: (509) 484-5950

Support Group in Coeur d'Alene Description: This special support group meets monthly. Please call Carol Nelson for details at (208) 772-1868. Meeting Dates: Meeting Times: City/State: Coeur d'Alene,  Idaho Location: Contact Name: Carol Nelson Contact Number: (208) 772-1868

Support Group in Colville Description: A group of blind and partially sighted people meets on the second Saturday of each month at 12 p.m. The group gathers at the St. Paul Lutheran Church located at 295 E. Dominion Ave. in Colville. The time together includes a free meal, visiting with peers, a short devotional, and more. For details call Debby Phillips at (509)684-2432. Meeting Dates: Second Saturday of each month Meeting Times: 12:00 p.m. City/State: Colville,  Washington Location: St. Paul Lutheran Church located at 295 E. Dominion Ave. in Colville. Contact Name: Debby Phillips Contact Number: (509) 684-2432