Eastern Michigan

Chapter Contact

Alex Fehr

afehr@fightingblindness.org

Chapter Events

  • Michigan Vision Connection

    • Mar 25, 2026
    • 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (EST)
    • 27651 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071

    Join the Foundation Fighting Blindness for Vision Connection, an enriching and supportive gathering across the Foundation Chapter network for the blind and low vision community.

    Community Event

  • Michigan VisionWalk

    • May 2, 2026
    • 9:00 a.m. (EST)
    • 4570 Huron River Pkwy, Milford, MI 48381

    Join us for a day filled with entertainment, family-friendly activities, refreshments, and the opportunity to connect with others who share a commitment to the Foundation’s mission!

    VisionWalk

Eastern Michigan Chapter Leadership

Name Role
John Kusku Chapter President
Deandrea Valverde Vice President
Luke Yaldo Member at Large
Sue Chappel Member at Large

Eastern Michigan Chapter Speaker Series – November 12, 2021

Featured presentations:

  • IRD’s and Stem Cells
    Speaker: Abigail Teich Fahim, MD, PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Kellogg Eye Center University of Michigan
  • Services available to those with visual impairments at Ann Arbor District Library
    Speaker: Katie Monkiewicz, Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Physically Disabled

  • Low vision services at Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living
    Speaker: William Purves, Director of Planning & Program Development, Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living

Michigan Chapter Local Resources

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Additional Resources

  • Find a doctor who sees patients with inherited retinal diseases
  • Learn more about our Vision Warrior program and do-it-yourself events