White Cane Day: Stepping into Independence

Join NewView Oklahoma for our annual White Cane Day celebration, a community event that honors the independence and mobility of individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

NewView Oklahoma will host its annual White Cane Awareness Day celebration on Tuesday, October 15, from 8 to 10 a.m. at its clinic, located at 4301 N. Classen Blvd. The event honors the independence and empowerment the white cane represents for individuals who are blind or have low vision.

The celebration will begin with a light breakfast reception from 8 to 8:30 a.m., followed by keynote remarks from Cheryl Rayburn, Vice President of Clinical Services and Programs at NewView Oklahoma.

Attendees will also experience hands-on, immersive activities led by certified professionals in NewView’s state-of-the-art training facility, including:
•     Orientation and mobility under blindfold
•     Cooking while blindfolded
•     Learning and exploring assistive technology
•     Interactive music room experiences

The event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to RSVP.