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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENT TRAVEL AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED
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Join us for THE 19TH annual
HOUSTON white cane safety day!
19TH ANNUAL
HOUSTON WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY
Monday, October 20, 2025
9:00AM White Cane Safety Day March
10:30AM - 2:00PM Program and Resource Fair
This event will be in-person at University of Houston and streamed virtually. Please register to join Houston WCSD celebration activities:
Awareness March, Mayoral Proclamation, White Cane Safety Day History, Resource Fair, Grand Prize Giveaway, Door Prizes, Guest Speakers, Musical Performances, and Lunch from Jersey Mike's white supplies last.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER, GET SWAG, AND CONNECT TO HOUSTON WCSD
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Thanks to the incredible partners who have made this event possible: Texas Workforce Solutions – Vocational Rehabilitation Services a part of the American Job Center Network in partnership with Workforce Solutions, University of Houston, Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, NASA, Jersey Mike’s, Gulf Coast Ability Partnership, Houston Metro, IMPAC Fleet, Blind Children's Vocational Discovery and Development Program (BCVDDP), The Lighthouse of Houston, Region 4 Education and Services Center, Houston Lady Lions, Southwest ADA Center, and Disability Rights Texas.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ATTENDEES
The 19th Annual Houston White Cane Safety Day is just around the corner! This e-mail will provide information that you will need on Monday, October 20th, 2025 and provides specific details for anyone using paratransit or bringing a vehicle.
WHEN: Monday, October 20th, 2025
MARCH: Step off is at promptly 9:00 AM and being led by the Spirit of Houston, Cougar Band through the heart of campus from 4369 Wheeler Ave, Houston TX. MetroLift Travelers may access it through Metro by asking to go to the Houston White Cane Safety Day MARCH or by providing the address.
PROGRAM: 10:30 AM, University of Houston, Student Services Center South, Houston Ballroom, Second Floor, 4455 University Dr, Houston, TX. MetroLift Travelers may access it through Metro by asking to go to the Houston White Cane Safety Day or by providing the address.
END: Program and Resource Fair ends at 2:00 PM.
LUNCH: Provided with Registration
Below is important information for parking at Houston White Cane Safety Day for those bringing vehicles:
GARAGE PARKING: "WELCOME CENTER GARAGE” at 4400 University Dr, Houston, TX (corner of MLK formally known as Calhoun St). Cost of parking is $5 for 30 minutes, $10 for 30 minutes – 2 hours, $14 for 2 hours – 4 hours, and $18 for 4 hours or more. Garage clearance for vehicles is 6’8”. If you would like more information about parking, please visit the UH parking website at: Visitor Parking - University of Houston (uh.edu)
SCHOOL BUS PARKING and DROP OFF/PICK UP LOCATIONS:
For the MARCH, Drop off students in front of the Hilton University of Houston, located at 4450 University Drive, Houston, TX. Houston WCSD Volunteers will be available to assist you.
Students may walk through park area to Wheeler Avenue (narrow-flat street) to: Justin Dart Center, 4369 Wheeler Ave, Houston, TX to the WCSD MARCH STEP-OFF meeting area. Volunteers will be available to assist you.
Bus drivers will continue to 5000 GULF WAY, Houston TX to park for the day: FREE for busses. Plenty of space for busses only.
Event pick up will be at Student Services Center South, 4455 University Dr, Houston, TX.
Experience enhanced accessibility with righthear at
houston white cane safety day!
Thanks to the The Lighthouse of Houston, Houston White Cane Safety Day is proud to announce that RightHear service will be available at Houston White Cane Safety Day on October 20th at the University of Houston. This innovative technology is designed to significantly improve accessibility and independence for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
What is RightHear?
RightHear is an advanced accessibility solution that transforms public spaces into "talking environments." By utilizing a free mobile app (available for both iOS and Android) and strategically placed Bluetooth sensors, RightHear provides real-time audio guidance and information about your surroundings.
How will RightHear enhance your Houston White Cane Safety Day experience?
Effortless Navigation: Receive audio instructions and directions directly to your smartphone, helping you easily find your way around the event, locate key areas, and navigate between different activities and booths.
Detailed Information: Get instant audio descriptions of points of interest, event schedules, and important announcements, ensuring you are well-informed throughout the day.
Increased Independence: RightHear empowers users to explore and engage with their environment with greater confidence and autonomy, fostering a truly inclusive experience for all attendees.
We encourage all attendees to download the free RightHear app before the event to take full advantage of this groundbreaking accessibility feature to find RightHear accessible spots and information throughout the Houston White Cane Safety Day event at the University of Houston on October 20th!
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