[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 166 (Friday, October 5, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1371-E1372]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND FOR 100 YEARS OF SERVICE TO OUR 
                               COMMUNITY

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                            HON. ADAM SMITH

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 5, 2018

  Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
The Lighthouse for the Blind on 100 years of dedicated service to the 
deaf, DeafBlind, and blind residents of the United States.
  The Lighthouse for the Blind is a not-for-profit, social enterprise 
originating in Seattle and expanding to multiple locations throughout 
the nation. Founded with the goal of empowering the blind, deaf, and 
DeafBlind community members, they have acted as a crucial employer for 
many people in my Congressional District, and throughout Congressional 
Districts across America. They work closely with both public and 
private entities, like The Boeing Company and the Department of 
Defense, to provide them with quality machine parts and equipment.
  The Lighthouse for the Blind stands as a beacon welcoming people into 
their safe harbor. They promote an environment of support,

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whether it be providing computer workstations for the visually 
impaired, or employing staff mobility instructors to ensure DeafBlind 
employees are able to travel independently with a white cane or service 
dog. The Lighthouse for the Blind has steadfastly stood by their main 
philosophy of supporting the workplace needs of all their employees.
  They are the largest employer of DeafBlind people in the nation, as 
well as the largest employer of blind people on the West Coast. The 
Lighthouse for the Blind goes above and beyond to support its 
employees. It does not surprise me that they got their start near my 
district--as they reflect our key values.
  It is critical that all members of our community feel uplifted, and 
that they are given the tools they need to have successful and 
fulfilling lives. When we hold each other up, as clearly shown by The 
Lighthouse for the Blind, everyone benefits.
  The Lighthouse for the Blind will be celebrating their centennial on 
September 15th where they will reflect on the last 100 years, and look 
forward to the next 100 years.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I congratulate The 
Lighthouse for the Blind on 100 years of success, and commend them for 
the vital role they play in our community.

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