SAAVI Services for the Blind

SAAVI Services for the Blind Teaching non-visual skills training to blind youth, adults and seniors in Arizona. Follow us on twitter @ Get SAAVI

Throwback Thursday + National Root Beer Float Day! 🥤🍦We’re taking a sweet trip down memory lane to one of our Children &...
08/06/2026

Throwback Thursday + National Root Beer Float Day! 🥤🍦

We’re taking a sweet trip down memory lane to one of our Children & Youth Saturday events, where students fired up the grill for a rodeo-themed cookout and topped it all off by making their own root beer floats!

This wasn’t just a tasty treat—it was a chance to practice important nonvisual skills like safely pouring ingredients, measuring by touch, and deciding the ultimate question: What’s the perfect root beer-to-ice cream ratio? (Everyone seemed to have their own favorite!)

Building confidence, independence, and a few delicious memories along the way—that’s a recipe for success.

How do you make your perfect root beer float? More root beer or more ice cream? Let us know in the comments! 🤠🍔🥤

08/05/2026

When students are in the beginning of their program and just learning braille and want to film a braille word of the week we find that to be a LARGE feat. It is a HUGE accomplishment. We hope you give a GIANT hand to this student and take a guess at their word. Pictured: student sitting in chair with a hat a shades on with a cane leaning against her she has a bell in her hand. Student sitting in chair with a yellow background facing the camera with learning shades in and a cane in her hand.

🎉 Triumph Tuesday! 🎉Congratulations to Richard on completing his TV stand in Home Maintenance class! 🛠️From measuring an...
08/04/2026

🎉 Triumph Tuesday! 🎉

Congratulations to Richard on completing his TV stand in Home Maintenance class! 🛠️

From measuring and assembling to making sure every piece fit together just right, Richard demonstrated patience, problem-solving, and attention to detail throughout the project. Building a piece of furniture from start to finish is no small accomplishment, and we’re proud of the skills and confidence he gained along the way.

Please join us in celebrating Richard and this well-earned achievement! 👏



Pictured: a black piece if furniture on top of a large wood table a doorway in the background. Two pink dots at the bottom of the post with white text over them “triumph Tuesday”

Our abc “ability builds confidence” class tomorrow, August 4th from 10am to noon is phrased as a question, “better healt...
08/03/2026

Our abc “ability builds confidence” class tomorrow, August 4th from 10am to noon is phrased as a question, “better health and wellness goals?” So the real question is do you have any? Come to the class to learn about setting better goals, how blind people can stay fit and involved, and what health programs saavi services for the blind has available. Hope to see you there.
Pictured: dark blue rectangle at the top of the post with white abc “ability builds confidence” logo, light blue square at the bottom of the post with circular picture of seniors walking on treadmills in the tucson saavi gym. Dark blue text through the center of the post “August 4th “better health and wellness goals?”

08/01/2026

🎿 Fun Friday! 🎿

Who says you have to wait four years for the Winter Olympics? 😄 At one of our Saturday Children & Youth events, our future champions put their skills to the test in SAAVI’s own version of cross-country skiing—the wrapping paper pull challenge! Using only their feet, they raced to pull the end of the wrapping paper on the floor closer to them in a competition full of laughter, determination, and plenty of fun.

This slow-motion replay captures all the excitement (and a few giggles)! 😂

We hope your weekend is filled with just as much laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments. Happy Fun Friday from all of us at SAAVI Services for the Blind! 💙



Pictured: A row of students sitting in chairs with a roll of wrapping paper laid out unrolled on the ground in front of each other them with their feet on one end of the roll they all hold a cane in both hands upright like ski poles.

Throwback Thursday meets National Intern Day!Some of Saavi Services for the Blind’s most dedicated employees first walke...
07/31/2026

Throwback Thursday meets National Intern Day!
Some of Saavi Services for the Blind’s most dedicated employees first walked through our doors as interns. Their internships gave them the opportunity to build skills, gain hands-on experience, and discover a passion for empowering people who are blind.
Today, we’re looking back and celebrating the incredible journey from intern to valued team member. Their growth is a reminder that investing in tomorrow’s professionals creates a stronger future for our community.
to all of our past and present interns thank you for your hard work, fresh ideas, and commitment. We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next!

07/29/2026

Having just come from tech class and having the start of his college classes and needing to have his equipment on his mind the student decided this should be the braille word of the week. What’s your guess? Pictured: student sitting at a table in front of home are phone and controllers with a nearby screen with a video game being played. Next the student is sitting in a couch facing the camera delivering his word of the week.

🎉 Triumph Tuesday! 🍽️Today we’re celebrating student Sam and the successful completion of his All Saavi final meal for h...
07/29/2026

🎉 Triumph Tuesday! 🍽️

Today we’re celebrating student Sam and the successful completion of his All Saavi final meal for his Home Management class!

Sam served up a menu that was every carb lover’s dream, proving that comfort food can be both delicious and confidence-building. From planning and preparing the meal to serving it with pride, he demonstrated the organization, cooking, and independent living skills he’s worked so hard to develop.

Congratulations, Sam, on reaching this incredible milestone! We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next. Join us in congratulating him on a job well done! 👏💙



Pictured: dark blue background pink circular frame around a circular photo of a student serving pasta onto a plate from a large tray of pasta while wearing a learning shade. White text “triumph Tuesday www.saavi.us”

Saavi services for the blind has been providing services for years but maybe you don’t know all the types of services we...
07/27/2026

Saavi services for the blind has been providing services for years but maybe you don’t know all the types of services we offer. Join us for our abc “ability builds confidence” class tomorrow July 28th from 10am to noon to learn about all the services we provide. The class is offered at both locations and virtually through zoom. Feel free to register at https://saavi.us/program-services/introductory-services/
Pictured: dark blue rectangle at the top of the post with white abc “ability builds confidence” logo light blue square at the bottom of the post with circular photo of staff sitting at a saavi resource table at the nfb national convention on the table are print and braille copies describing the services we provide on top of a blue saavi table cloth. The staff member is ready to talk to anyone about what saavi services for the blind can do for them. dark blue text through the middle of the post “ July 28th, “all about Saavi services for the blind all services””

💪 Stay Strong. Stay Active. Stay Independent. 💙Did you know that Saavi Services for the Blind is still partnering with P...
07/25/2026

💪 Stay Strong. Stay Active. Stay Independent. 💙

Did you know that Saavi Services for the Blind is still partnering with Pima Council on Aging to provide fitness and wellness services for blind and low vision seniors in the Tucson area?

Our program includes:
🏋️ Gym workouts
💪 Strength training
⚖️ Balance exercises
🚶 Fitness activities designed to promote confidence, health, and independence

Who can participate?
✔️ Tucson area residents
✔️ Age 55 or older
✔️ Blind or have low vision

It’s never too late to invest in your health while building the skills and confidence to live independently. It is also a great way to stay social, connect with people, and be a part of the community. If you or someone you know meets the qualifications, we’d love to help you get moving!

Contact Saavi Services for the Blind (520)795-1331 to learn more about enrolling today.

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3350 E Grant Road
Tucson, AZ
85716

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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