Are you seeking specialized support for a young child who is blind or has been diagnosed with a visual impairment? Then look no further than the Blind Children’s Center! Enroll your child ages birth to 5 years-old in our specialized early learning programs today and experience the difference our expertise makes in their development and growth.
The Blind Children’s Center, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization founded in 1938, stands out with its distinctive mission: To prepare infants, toddlers and preschoolers of all abilities to thrive through inclusive, family-focused early childhood education, with a specialized focus on children who are blind or visually impaired. As the sole program of its kind in Los Angeles, the Center provides a nurturing early learning environment in a family-focused setting where every child can experience belonging and reach their full potential.
From its humble beginnings in a volunteer-staffed home classroom, the Center has grown into an esteemed institution. Its historic Hollywood building, designed by renowned architect Paul R. Williams, the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects, was constructed in the 1940s and stands as a testament to the Center’s more than 70-year commitment to change-making inclusivity and service.
Throughout its journey, the Blind Children’s Center has remained steadfast in its dedication to serving visually impaired children and their families. Children with severe vision loss and other disabilities learn differently and require personalized learning strategies and accommodations; at the same time, parents and caregivers need resources to effectively advocate for their child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. By offering comprehensive programming, mental-health support and coordinated therapeutic services like occupational therapy and sensory development —all at no cost — the Center ensures that families receive the tools necessary to flourish.
“At BCC, our belief in cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment drives everything we do. Through our personalized approach and educational curriculum uniquely tailored to the needs of each student, we empower each child to embrace their unique abilities,” says Sarah Orth, chief executive officer. “Our mission extends beyond providing intervention and education; it’s about creating a strong foundation for every child and family we serve. We are committed to helping children and families dream, learn and grow without limits.”
In 2021, the Los Angeles County Board of Education (LACOE) approved BCC as a delegate agency for Head Start and Early Head Start Services for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, as well as infants and toddlers from birth through 36 months and pregnant mothers. As a delegate of LACOE, its programs are funded in part by the Administration for Children and Families, Department of Health and Human Services and California Department of Education. BCC also solicits donations from private foundations, businesses, and individual donors to support our programs for children and families.
Continuing its legacy of commitment, the Blind Children’s Center remains dedicated to enhancing its facilities to better serve children and families. Last June, BCC broke ground on a renovation project that will improve classrooms and restrooms, increase capacity, implement significant ADA upgrades such as an elevator and outdoor ramps, redesign a current playground, develop a toddler play yard and refurbish infrastructure and shared spaces.
Enrolling your child in our programs means becoming part of this transformative journey. Together, we can build a brighter future where every child, regardless of vision, can learn and thrive.
Click HERE to enroll today! For more information about programs, eligibility and more, visit the Blind Children Center’s website or follow them on Instagram (@blindchildrenscenter), Facebook and LinkedIn. Also, check out our YouTube channel.
