Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's tax cuts are helping businesses, renters, commuters, student borrowers and others get more money back this tax season. Learn more and check to see if you qualify at Mass.gov/TaxCuts.

Working families could get up to $10,962 back through federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits for tax year 2024. See if you qualify at Mass.gov/TaxCuts. Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey

Calling all Guide Dog Users: We’d love to hear how having a guide dog has changed your life. From the newfound independence and companionship to the challenges you've faced, your story could make a difference for others. Share your journey with us today: https://ow.ly/aA4J50VlHlw

We hope you will join us on April 25 for our webinar, “Harnessing Your Potential: An Introduction to Guide Dog Travel,” where we will explore the role of guide dogs in enhancing independence and mobility for people with vision loss. Our Orientation and Mobility team will provide an overview of the services available to support individuals with guide dogs. Guide Dogs for the Blind will guide us through the process of acquiring a guide dog. We’ll also hear from two guide dog users who will share how their guide dogs have positively impacted their lives. The Massachusetts Office on Disability will discuss the legal rights of people with guide dogs. Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/ip1450V7Pp2

In 2023, Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey cut taxes for the first time in over 20 years and put more money back in your pocket. Learn more about saving at Mass.gov/TaxCuts.

Sunshine, rain showers, birds, green grass, budding trees, and bunnies. April and May are all about new beginnings. So, embrace them and join the Massachusetts Department of Conversation & Recreation's Universal Access Program (UAP) to celebrate! The Spring 2025 Program Schedule is loaded with fun, accessible, outdoor adventures for all ages and all abilities! https://ow.ly/PfSX50Vw62R

You can now claim up to $440 for every dependent in your household with Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's Child Tax Credit, the most generous in the country. Learn more at Mass.gov/TaxCuts.

ATTENTION: Due to system maintenance, Massachusetts Department Of Transitional Assistance clients will not be able to use their EBT cards to access food or cash benefits from 11 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, until mid-day on Sunday, April 27. Plan ahead and visit mass.gov/EBT for more information!

Now accepting nominations for the 5th Annual Meg Robertson Mobility Award! This award recognizes individuals who use a long cane or dog guide to increase their independence. Open to all ages and abilities, the award has three categories: Youth, Adult, and DeafBlind Extended Supports (DBES). Nominations must be submitted by a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) or a National Orientation and Mobility Certificant (NOMC). Submit your nomination by August 8, 2025. Learn more and nominate: https://ow.ly/x9jE50VtS64

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Spring Social in Worcester this past Saturday. We had an amazing time decorating Easter bags and arts and crafts, taking part in the beeping Easter egg hunt, singing and drumming along with Musician Mike Leo, enjoying pizza, winning prizes, and so much more. Above all, we loved being together with everyone. A special thank you to the Memorial Foundation for the Blind for sponsoring this event, and to Dr. Deliso and her student volunteers from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences School of Optometry Low Vision Club, for their wonderful support.