About Us


Mission Statement

We exist to enrich the independent quality of life for the blind and visually impaired persons.

Vision

We strive to be the premier provider of individualized support services to our clients in the Southeastern Washington and Northeastern Oregon.

Services and Programs

We focus our endeavors on the following essential client needs:
  • Low vision examinations and assessments.
  • Independent living and low vision aids.
  • Personalized independent living skills training.
  • Customized computer training and education services.
  • Socialization opportunities.
  • Coping with vision loss support groups.
  • Library access to specialized print, audio, video and Braille resources.
  • Community link to low vision services.


Board of Directors 2009


President: Herb Conway

Vice President: Spencer Peterson

Treasurer: Steve Watt

Secretary: Mary Ketchersid

Director: Bill Hoage

Director: Bruce Flint, O.D.

Director: Peggy Flint


Staff


Executive Director: Larry Weiss
larry@edithbishelcenter.org

Grant Writer, Events and Fundraising Director: Cynthia McCready
cynthia@edithbishelcenter.org

Administrative Assistant: Dolores Ritchey
dolores@edithbishelcenter.org

Computer Lab Instructor: Brian Lee
brian@edithbishelcenter.org

Independent Living Skills Teacher: Sheila Turner
sheila@edithbishelcenter.org

Receptionist: Debbie Gregoire

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