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ECC at Perkins

From orientation and mobility to social interaction – Perkins teaches the nine essential skills every student needs to succeed.

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Perkins Library news and other information of interest. Available in large print, digital cartridge, braille, via email, and/or online.

Events

Sixth Annual Perkins Golf Tournament

June 22

Help students who are blind reach their full potential while tackling the impressive Charles River Country Club course.

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Regardless of your background, skills or area of interest, we always need compassionate and capable individuals to join the Perkins family as volunteers.

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Addressing the need

In India, we're working to give every child with multiple disabilities the right start.

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We’re making a difference with your help

Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
— Helen Keller

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28,990 people borrowing braille or audio books from the Perkins Library in the past year

78% increase in children, adults, educators, and caregivers around the world reached by Perkins International in the last six years

23,246 people living more independently thanks to assistive technology from Perkins Solutions

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Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan Collections

Links to Online Resources from the Perkins Archives related to Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan.

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