The Iris Network

The Iris Network The Iris Network recognizes the diverse aspirations and abilities of people who are visually impaired or blind.

The Iris Network is a 501 (c) (3) community-based, state-wide, organization dedicated to helping people with vision impairment or blindness attain independence and community integration. It is the vision of The Iris Network to build a world where no person is limited by visual impairment or blindness and everyone is an advocate for eye health and the needs of people who are visually impaired or blind. Our services are based on respect for each individual’s right to self-direction through informed choices. We believe that the education and integration of all individuals will result in a stronger society.

Cannot wait to see you all at the White Cane Awareness Day!
09/14/2026

Cannot wait to see you all at the White Cane Awareness Day!

Thank you, Dirigo Federal Credit Union for once again sponsoring our White Cane Awareness Day and the Dining in the Dark...
09/11/2026

Thank you, Dirigo Federal Credit Union for once again sponsoring our White Cane Awareness Day and the Dining in the Dark fundraiser, we appreciate you!

And here is Maine Community Bank once again sponsoring our events this October - the White Cane Awareness Day and our Di...
09/09/2026

And here is Maine Community Bank once again sponsoring our events this October - the White Cane Awareness Day and our Dining in the Dark fundraiser! A thousand thanks!
Head over to our events page to get all of the details - see you there!

Your child's vision is so important, see below for more information!
08/11/2026

Your child's vision is so important, see below for more information!

We are thrilled to have Dr. Echo Dixon, DSW, LCSW join our Board of Directors! Dr. Dixon is a seasoned therapist and ass...
08/07/2026

We are thrilled to have Dr. Echo Dixon, DSW, LCSW join our Board of Directors!

Dr. Dixon is a seasoned therapist and assistant professor in the University of Southern Maine’s social work department. With a career in social work beginning in 1994, Dr. Dixon brings over three decades of experience to both clinical and academic settings. Since 1999, Dr. Dixon has been dedicated to working within Maine’s Deaf Community, leveraging fluency in American Sign Language to provide accessible, culturally competent care and advocacy. As a therapist since 2011, Dr. Dixon continues to integrate a deep commitment to social justice, inclusion, and evidence-based practice into both teaching and direct practice, preparing the next generation of social workers to serve diverse communities with compassion and expertise.

Welcome to The Iris Network!

Sara and Aisha, two of The Iris Network's Certified Vision Rehabilitation Technicians presented at the AER International...
08/03/2026

Sara and Aisha, two of The Iris Network's Certified Vision Rehabilitation Technicians presented at the AER International Conference last week in Louisville, KY. Their topic was "How to Teach the new Microsoft Outlook with JAWS, Narrator and NVDA: A Comparative Task Analysis."

We are proud to have staff with so many skills to share within the field!

Once again, our friends at Kennebec Savings Bank and TruChoice Federal Credit Union are sponsoring our events in October...
07/23/2026

Once again, our friends at Kennebec Savings Bank and TruChoice Federal Credit Union are sponsoring our events in October - The White Cane Awareness Day and our Dining in the Dark Signature Event. Cannot wait to see you all there!

Once again, Healey & Associates, a Division of World, are sponsors of our White Cane Awareness Day and the Dining in the...
07/21/2026

Once again, Healey & Associates, a Division of World, are sponsors of our White Cane Awareness Day and the Dining in the Dark Signature Event! Thank you for your continued support! For more information on how your company can get involved, please reach out to Amy Whitmore at [email protected].

An unbelievably HUGE thanks to Town Fair Tire Foundation, Inc. for their generous PREMIER sponsorship of our October 202...
07/13/2026

An unbelievably HUGE thanks to Town Fair Tire Foundation, Inc. for their generous PREMIER sponsorship of our October 2026 White Cane Awareness Day and Dining in the Dark events! We are thrilled to have this community-minded business on board, helping us raise awareness and funds for those with vision loss and blindness.

We hope everyone had a happy and safe weekend! Here are some smiling faces from the Fourth of July luncheon hosted by Ch...
07/08/2026

We hope everyone had a happy and safe weekend! Here are some smiling faces from the Fourth of July luncheon hosted by Chef Mike for The Iris Network staff and residents of Iris Park Apartments.

Address

189 Park Avenue
Portland, ME
04102

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+12077746273

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