A Look Back on 2014

Photo: '2015' written in colored sparklers

WBRC would like to wish everyone a very happy and healthy 2015.

There were several big events for WBRC in 2014 including soaring for our 2014 CARF survey, a staff member retiring after over 40 years of service, our 10th Annual White Cane Awareness Walk, and watching the progress of construction of B500 - our new home at Palo Alto. As we prepare for 2015, lets take a look back at 2014 via links to some of our favorite WBRC Blog posts from this year:

February Construction Update

Photo: B500 Exterior in February 2014

December Construction Update

Photo: B500 Exterior in December 2014

 

WBRC Welcomes New Guide Dog Puppy in Training

Photo: WBRC's new Guide Dog Puppy in Training 'Rookie'

Blind Rehabilitation Services Soar During 2014 CARF Survey

Image: 'ASPIRE to Excellence' CARF Accredited Seal

WBRC Staff Psychologist Retires after 40 years

Photo: Dr. Goodrich working with the NVT Light Panel

WBRC's 10th Annual White Cane Awareness Walk a Huge Success

Photo: Pete Chavarria (Right) is presented a certificate of appreciation from John Kingston, O&M Department Supervisor, for being the Grand Marshall of the 10th Annual White Cane Awareness Walk.

 

WBRC Group Goes White Water Rafting on the American River

Photo: The WBRC Group at the ETC Campsite

 

The WBRC will be closed for business on Thursday January 1st, 2015 in observance of New Year's Day.

The RN Station may be reached by calling:
(650) 493-5000
then select 1, then 2, then enter 24623 -or- 24823

You may also leave a message at the WBRC Direct Line at:
(650) 614-9952

Have a healthy and happy 2015!

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O&M Supervisor Retires after 31 years in VA

 

Photo: Mr. Richard Ludt, O&M Dept Supervisor

Please join us in extending best wishes to Rick Ludt, WBRC Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Supervisor, who retired on April 1, 2013 after 31 years of service. 

Mr. Ludt’s dedication and commitment to providing service delivery excellence never wavered during his tenure at the WBRC.  Early in his career as the O&M Internship Coordinator, 150 Orientation and Mobility graduate students received their practicum under his tutelage. Mr. Ludt, along with fellow O&M staff members, received the Olin E. Teague Award for developing the WBRC Power Mobility Program, implemented evidenced based treatment planning, as a subject matter expert published numerous articles on low vision rehabilitation, and has been integral in the design of the new VAPAHCS Rehabilitation Center.  
 

Thank you, Rick for your dedication to the Veterans and for setting a high standard for the staff here at the WBRC in serving those who served.