When most people think of vision problems, they imagine a quick fix: glasses, contacts or maybe surgery. But for millions of Americans, these solutions aren’t enough. They live with low vision: a condition that can’t be fully corrected and affects everyday life in significant ways. At Alphapointe Low Vision Clinic, we specialize in helping people…
In manufacturing, branding often gets overlooked. It’s easy to focus solely on specs, pricing and production volume. But the truth is: even in the industrial world, a strong brand is a powerful asset. It’s how companies build trust, foster loyalty and differentiate themselves in a competitive market. At Alphapointe, we know this firsthand. For over…
Innovation isn’t just about creating something new—it’s about solving real-world problems in ways that change lives. At Alphapointe, our commitment to innovation has led to a series of groundbreaking medical and tactical devices designed to enhance safety and improve outcomes for military personnel, first responders and civilians alike. Our patented products are more than just…
Alphapointe’s 2024 annual report is now available. It details our continued efforts to provide opportunity, make quality products, continue to innovate, and serve those with vision loss. Here are a few highlights: See it below:
As member of Vision Serve Alliance, we’re sharing this information about their 2025 conference, “Adapt and Thrive: Igniting Change in a Dynamic World.” Join hundreds of leaders and their teams at “Adapt and Thrive: Igniting Change in a Dynamic World,” VisionServe Alliance’s 2025 Leadership Conference at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley in Scottsdale,…
In November, a group of young people gathered at the Alphapointe Life Skills Campus to compete in the AmericanPrinting House for the Blind (APH) Abacus Bee. After the competition was completed and scores were sent to APH for comparing to the other competitors across the country, it was announced that four Kansas City youth would…
Alphapointe has won a Gold Philly Award from Nonprofit Connect. The honor celebrates excellence in nonprofit communications and recognizes Alphapointe’s moving video, “Thoughts of a Blind Man.” The video offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective, sharing how a blind man envisions the world—not as it is but as it should be. The work was made…
“I hear like you see.” Ray Charles One of the most common questions I receive from people is if my hearing is heightened due to the loss of my sight, and I always answer “No, it isn’t heightened, I just pay more attention to it because it matters more.” At exactly 4:30 on a Thursday…
Alphapointe Wins National Award for Videos The Telly Awards, a national competition that honors excellence in video and television, announced that two Alphapointe videos received Silver Tellys for productions completed in 2023. The two videos, “Thoughts of a Blind Man” and “Can You See It,” are part of the brand refresh effort that Alphapointe is…
A decade of impact … On Wednesday, April 24, Alphapointe held a celebration to commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the merger between Alphapointe and New York City Industries for the Blind (NYCIB). The event, which was held at the newly renovated Alphapointe facility in Richmond Hill, New York, included staff from both New York and…