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SAAVI Services for the Blind

Teaching non-visual skills training to blind youth, adults and seniors in Arizona. Follow us on twitter @ Get SAAVI

10/31/2026

Do you think we do paperwork on a Friday before Halloween? Of course not we fly around on our canes while in costume. Watch Jordan take flight while dressed as Joe Dirt. Happy Halloween and Fun Friday.

Pictured: staff wearing a mullet wig and his cane dressed as a mop at part of a Halloween costume image of staff flying straddling a cane in the lobby and outside tucson saavi near the fountain.

10/29/2026

Don’t get too scared of decoding this word from one of our staff going through immersion.

Pictured: staff walking down a sidewalk with shades on and using a cane desert landscaping behind her. Next frame staff sitting on a couch facing the camera delivering her letters.

10/27/2026

🎉🔔 TRIUMPH TUESDAY: Ringing in Success with BELL Academy! 🎓👏Two weeks may not seem like a long time, but WOW, what a difference two weeks can make! 💙This summer, SAAVI Services for the Blind had the wonderful opportunity to help host the National Federation of the Blind’s BELL Academy, and we couldn’t be prouder of these amazing students!In just two short weeks, these young learners explored new experiences, developed valuable skills, built friendships, challenged themselves, and discovered just how much they are capable of accomplishing! 🌟From learning new techniques to trying things they had never done before, every day was filled with growth, laughter, and a little bit of adventure!🎓 Graduation day was the perfect way to celebrate all their hard work! Seeing their accomplishments and confidence grow was a reminder that independence starts young and that blindness doesn’t have to stand in the way of big dreams!👏 Congratulations to all our BELL Academy graduates! Keep learning, keep exploring, and most importantly, keep ringing that BELL of independence! 🔔💙 Pictured: students and mentors entering the community room from the courtyard for their graduation. Showing off some of the cane skills they obtained during the week.

10/26/2026

Calling all youth, families, and parents of blind children. We serve all age levels of children and in different ways. Check out all the services and activities we are involved in and how we can serve you and your children by attending our ABC “ability builds confidence” class tomorrow October 27th from 10:00-12:00 at both of our sites or through zoom. You can register and find out about all our upcoming topics at https://saavi.us/program-services/introductory-services/

Pictured: dark blue rectangle at the top of the post with a white abc “ability builds confidence” logo light blue square at the bottom of the post with circular photo of 3 male youth students of different ages facing eachother talking during the nfb state conference holding canes. Dark blue text in the center “October 27th “calling all youth, families, and parents of blind children”

10/24/2026

🎉🦯 FUN FRIDAY: Celebrating Independence, Equality, and Achievement! 🦯🎉

What a FUN month it has been at Saavi Services for the Blind! October is Blind Equality Achievement Month, and we have been busy celebrating the accomplishments, independence, and endless possibilities of the blind community! 💙

Of course, one of the biggest highlights was White Cane awareness Day on October 15th! And what better way to celebrate than getting out into our communities and showing everyone what independence looks like? 🦯✨

🌵 In Tucson, our students explored the University of Arizona campus with a very special tour guide—a former Saavi student who is now pursuing a doctoral degree at the university! 🎓 Talk about coming full circle! What an incredible example of where determination, opportunity, and independence can lead!

🏙️ In Phoenix, our students attended a special White Cane Day Proclamation at City Hall, where the mayor officially read the proclamation recognizing the importance of the white cane and the independence and rights of blind individuals!

From exploring college campuses to being recognized at City Hall, our students have been out and about, making connections, building confidence, and showing their communities that it is not about what you can see but what you can do.

We may be wrapping up Blind Equality Achievement Month, but at Saavi, we celebrate independence, equality, and achievement EVERY day! 💪🦯

Happy Fun Friday! Keep those canes moving and those possibilities growing! 🎉

10/23/2026

💼✨ Throwback Thursday: career fair✨💼

At Saavi Services for the Blind, we believe that no dream is too big and no career goal is out of reach! 🌟

Today, some of our Phoenix students attended the DREAM Job Fair, exploring career opportunities, making connections, and taking steps toward their future! Meanwhile, our Tucson students are gearing up to attend the DREAM Job Fair next week! 🎉

In honor of these exciting opportunities, we’re throwing it back to some of the groups of Saavi services for the blind students who have attended the job fair over the years!

From exploring possibilities to discovering new career paths, these experiences remind us that it’s not what you can see it’s what you can do💪

Here’s to dreaming big, building connections, and turning career goals into reality! 🎯

10/22/2026

As a part of BEAM “blindness equality achievement month” we are participating with tucson school for the blind on Friday October 23rd at Joel D Valdez main library and playformance for a day of cane fun and history. It is open to everyone so hope to see you there.

Pictured: a cartoon cane with yellow accent and text
“White Cane Day!
October 23, 2026
Event Details
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Blindfolded obstacle course at Playformance, 9:30–10:30 AM
Main Location: Joel D. Valdez Main Library
Address: 101 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
Room: Tortolita Room (3rd floor)
Activities: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
• Scavenger hunt
• Adaptive games
• Adaptive art
• Braille literacy activities
• Guide Dogs for the Blind puppies
Additional Information
Stop by Gibson Market for 20% off coffee and grocery items.
Contact
For more information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (520) 651-4279
Hosted By
Tucson School for the Blind and SAAVI (Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired).
Pictured: A flyer advertising the White cane day celebration with the above details. Along with accent banners in blue and yellow and a large long white cane graphic in the top right. With the TSB logo, the saavi logo, and the a QR code.”

10/20/2026

🎉 TRIUMPH TUESDAY: Assembling His Future, One Piece at a Time! 🔧🏭

Every great future starts with a plan, and Todd is putting the pieces together for his! 💪

This week, we’re celebrating Todd for delivering his job goal presentation, where he shared his ambition to work in assembly within the manufacturing industry!

Just like an assembly line, reaching a career goal takes preparation, determination, and the right tools for success. Todd is learning to put those pieces together as he works toward his future career.

At SAAVI Services for the Blind, we believe that blindness doesn’t limit ambition, and Todd is proving that his future is MADE to be bright! 🌟

👏 Way to go, Todd! We can’t wait to see what you build next!

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Pictured: dark blue background pink circular frame around a circular picture of student sitting at a table with a computer delivering a presentation to a room full of people while wearing a learning shade.

10/19/2026

Are you 55 and over and wanting to obtain some blind skills so you can get back to living your life to the fullest? Come learn how saavi services for the blind can assist in that process with the many services we provide. We will be discussing senior services in our abc class on Tuesday, October 19th from 10 to noon. Hope to see you there. The class or discussion will be held in person at both sites and also online feel free to register at https://saavi.us/program-services/introductory-services/
Pictured: dark blue rectangle with white abc “ability builds confidence” logo. Light blue square at the bottom of the post of a circular picture of two older women sitting on a couch leaning into each other discussing a yarn project. One has a cane with her. Dark blue text in center of the post “October 20th “seniors are you wanting to get back to living life to the fullest? Senior services”

10/18/2026

We know white cane day is October 15th but it is so important to our community it is something we feel should be celebrated all month long. So we are so happy to join in the celebration on October 23rd. See the details below and hope to see you there too.
White Cane Day!
October 23, 2026
Event Details
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Blindfolded obstacle course at Playformance, 9:30–10:30 AM
Main Location: Joel D. Valdez Main Library
Address: 101 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701
Room: Tortolita Room (3rd floor)
Activities: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
• Scavenger hunt
• Adaptive games
• Adaptive art
• Braille literacy activities
• Guide Dogs for the Blind puppies
Additional Information
Stop by Gibson Market for 20% off coffee and grocery items.
Contact
For more information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (520) 651-4279
Hosted By
Tucson School for the Blind and SAAVI (Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired).
Pictured: A flyer advertising the White cane day celebration with the above details. Along with accent banners in blue and yellow and a large long white cane graphic in the top right. With the TSB logo, the saavi logo, and the a QR code.

Address

3350 E Grant Road
Tucson, AZ
85716

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.saavi.us/

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