2017-05-11T17:55:33-05:00 2016-06-30 946214841 Armanino LLP 50 W San Fernando St Ste 500 San Jose CA 95113 990 2015-07-01 941196206 Vista Center For The Blind And Visually Impaired VIST 6508580202 3200 Hillview Avenue No 120 Palo Alto CA 94304 PAM BRANDIN executive director 6508580202 2017-04-20 1 Randy Peterson P01300203 4082006400 2017-04-20 2015 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z Pam Brandin 3200 Hillview Avenue No 120 Palo Alto CA 94304 3044847 0 X www.vistacenter.org X 1945 CA Vision Loss Rehabilitation 30 30 35 70 0 0 2394157 1978957 528478 624213 217481 296721 40166 53890 3180282 2953781 21555 93654 0 0 1655265 1803883 0 0 243675 641213 644780 2318033 2542317 862249 411464 7496754 7457857 117556 134006 7379198 7323851 X Vista Center enables individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve their highest potential through programs that promote independence and improve quality of life. 0 0 1091615 15179 454424 Rehabilitation - 1256 clients served, multiple visits per client. Vista Center provides community-based individualized rehabilitation training in Orientation & Mobility and Daily Living Skills to increase the independence of people of all ages. High tech devices are introduced and Braille is taught. Youth are assisted through adapted instruction at school and a large Youth Group has multiple events throughout the year. There is a store with many products to help people enjoy and lead more independent lives.See Schedule O for continuationOrientation & Mobility Training - 402 clients served. This training teaches clients with severely impaired vision how to live more independently, including crossing streets safely, using public transportation and traveling easily in the school or workplace.Daily Living Skills Instruction - 264 clients served. Visually impaired clients learn new ways to accomplish many of the everyday tasks that become difficult with vision loss. They learn adaptive skills to assist in personal grooming, medical and diabetes management, housekeeping, cooking, and money management. Information Technology support is given to individuals using assistive computer technology in the home, and both high-tech and low-tech products are introduced that might be helpful in daily living. Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI) -Specially trained teachers worked for 2,131 hours with 56 students, their parents and schools to provide the best learning environment to meet the needs of visually impaired students in mainstream school systems. The TVI determines how the visual impairment affects the student's development and learning. The TVI then adapts techniques and tools to help the child learn about the world, perform everyday activities and participate in general curriculum and other school activities.Youth Group - 398 clients served. Experiences taken for granted by sighted youth are often out of reach for blind children. Vista Center's youth group enabled young clients and their families to engage in recreational and educational activities specially planned and adapted for students with blindness and vision impairments. These activities included a Sea Kayak overnight trip, a trip to Great America, surfing lessons, college/adult transition training, special holiday parties and cooking lessons.Assistive Technology - Technology is opening up new worlds for individuals with limited or no vision. Vista Center served 136 individuals with IT support using assistive computer technology in the home and community. Both high-tech and low-tech products were introduced as potential aids in daily living. Braille classes were also taught as an alternative method of reading and writing for blind clients. 380585 136052 Social Services - 652 Clients served, Multiple visits per client. Visual impairment can thrust individuals into a world of darkness and despair before they learn that resources are available to help them learn how to live independently despite their disability. Social Services at Vista Center helped clients take the first step in discovering that vision loss need not be a barrier to living a full and productive life. See Schedule O for continuationVista Center's social services staff provides assessments of vision assistance and rehabilitation needs, information and referral, counseling, support groups and other social services to help individuals who are blind or visually impaired and their families cope with the special problems that accompany the loss of sight. Support groups offer a safe venue for clients to talk about strategies for coping with sight loss and a chance to build their own support "community." One of Vista Center's group programs, Choices and Changes, is a four week class that provides education and training to our clients in how to manage sight loss. The Health Library -The Health Library offers a variety of scientifically-based medical information on vision loss and rehabilitation. The volunteer staff will search accessible media for medical information for anyone who is blind or visually impaired and requests assistance. This past year there were 7,707 requests from individuals about vision issues. 413763 29269 33737 Low Vision Clinic - 629 Clients served, approximately 80% are new to the clinic each year.Low vision evaluations are provided by specially trained Low Vision Optometrists. Appropriate magnifying devices and electronic equipment to enhance remaining vision are demonstrated. Lighting and other techniques for maximizing the use of remaining vision are recommended.See Schedule O for continuation.Low Vision Clinic - Specially trained Low Vision Optometrists conducted 629 low vision evaluations to determine how clients' remaining vision might be enhanced with magnifying devices and/or electronic equipment. Once a recommendation was made, clinic staff demonstrated how to use the devices to maximize use of remaining vision. 151661 45164 Outreach and Volunteers-6,076 Volunteer HoursVista Center provides speakers and conducts events throughout the year, educating the public about vision loss and the services available to those who are living with vision impairment. Dozens of volunteers assist the center in a variety of ways -- from helping at the agency to working directly with clients. 59215 4042 Low Vision StoreVista Center maintains a small store which is staffed by part time Low Vision employees and volunteers, demonstrating that visually impaired individuals can be successfully employed. This program offers individuals a chance to test out specialty low vision products and aids. 210876 49206 2096839 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 21 0 1 35 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 30 30 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 CA X SHELLEY FRISBIE 6508580202 3200 Hillview Avenue No 120 Palo Alto CA 94304 Susan miklos President 1.00 X X 0 0 0 ALLa Panchenko IMmediate Past President 1.00 X X 0 0 0 CLAIRE BIAncalana Vice President - Fund Developoment SC 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Michael Freitas Board Development Chair 2.00 X X 0 0 0 briDGET MADIGAN Vice President - Capital Campaign 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Pam Brandin executive director 40.00 X X 120531 0 3437 eliZABETH DAY secretary 1.00 X X 0 0 0 MARGARET DAY Board Member - Liaison to Horse Show 1.00 X 0 0 0 PATricia Joyce board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 Recia Blumenkranz M D Board Member- Program Chair 1.00 X 0 0 0 CHARLes Chen board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 Artis Montague M D Ph D board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 CATHERINE CARLTON board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 DAVID HOFFMAN Board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 GLENN JOHNSON board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 Susan Martin board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 BRUCE FIELDING JR Board Member - Strategy Planning Co-Chair 1.00 X 0 0 0 AMY ANDONIAN board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 SUSAN URE Board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 ANNIE Chapin BOard MEMBER 2.00 X 0 0 0 JOAN DESMOND board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 JOVITA HONOR Treasurer 1.00 10.00 X 0 0 0 MARK WIELAND MD BOARD MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 Karen Wick Board Member- Audit Chair 1.00 X 0 0 0 NELS WESTMAN BOard MEMBER 2.00 X 0 0 0 Carrie Borofka bOard MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 Kathy Ladra board MEMBER 1.00 2.00 X 0 0 0 MARIA ESPINOSA SHIPLEY BOARd MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 SUSAN GLASS board MEMBER 1.00 X 0 0 0 MARK O'BOYLE BOARD MEMBER - STRATEGY Planning Co-Chair 1.00 X 0 0 0 PEGGY WILEY Director of Finance 40.00 X 50750 0 981 171281 0 4418 1 0 0 0 0 16311 563718 360920 1038008 70583 1978957 SCHOOL CONTRACT FEES 621400 454424 454424 LOW VISION CLINIC FEES 621400 136052 136052 REHAB CONTRACT FEES 621400 33737 33737 624213 296721 296721 39665 16311 23963 15702 15702 105291 67103 38188 38188 2953781 624213 0 350611 93654 93654 181354 90205 53808 37341 1311266 1118991 68288 123987 19599 18294 247 1058 178882 150715 11982 16185 112782 91546 9102 12134 23200 23200 165720 162894 1742 1084 105722 77996 4110 23616 49218 41200 2997 5021 179473 142933 21442 15098 56941 55391 1042 508 7727 3921 1076 2730 21842 20520 575 747 21250 17249 1715 2286 Dues & subscription 9105 6748 477 1880 LICENSES & FEES 2829 2829 BAD DEBTS 1753 1753 2542317 2096839 201803 243675 6582 5364 444035 334930 289302 94986 67281 75827 39166 42130 1061725 1063931 779830 371101 418496 408729 5170167 5431960 7496754 7457857 110906 123715 6650 10291 117556 134006 X 4546875 4229195 561372 823705 2270951 2270951 7379198 7323851 7496754 7457857 411464 -466811 0 X 0 1 X 1 0 X 1827325 1334616 1539851 2394157 1978957 9074906 1827325 1334616 1539851 2394157 1978957 9074906 588423 8486483 85066 70538 112925 210051 296721 775301 9850207 4013052 0.86160 0.88240 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 2785437 -71633 113548 2600256 2798654 100331 113548 2785437 2489923 422279 113548 2798654 2270951 332520 113548 2489923 2319404 -30486 17967 2270951 0.87000 0.13000 0 0 194000 194000 291884 155433 136451 66830 13591 53239 206617 181578 25039 20499 20499 0 408729 Dodge & Cox Balanced Fund 1999690 F Dodge & Cox intl equity 602916 F harbor capital appr. fund 1497514 F harbor bond fund 1299720 F PARTNERSHIP INTEREST 32120 F 5431960 X 2486970 -466811 -466811 2953781 0 2953781 2542317 0 2542317 0 2542317 Part V, Line 4: Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired endowment consists of one individual fund established for earnings thereon to support general operations. Part X, Line 2: THE ORGANIZATION HAS EVALUATED ITS CURRENT TAX POSITIONS AND HAS CONCLUDED THAT AS OF JUNE 30, 2016, THE ORGANZIATION DOES NOT HAVE ANY SIGNIFICANT UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS FOR WHICH A RESERVE WOULD BE NECESSARY. Hats Off to Vista 39665 16311 23354 575 3093 3984 39665 16311 23354 575 3093 3984 7652 15702 1 Low Vision used CCTV's (reading aids) given to clients with high need 11 700 used FMV CCTV's donated to agency then given to clients Low Vision Exams given to individual who do not qualify for any federal, state or private grants and do not have insurance of any kind. 58 9193 Medicare billing rate Specialized low vison exam Low Vision Aids given to clients, no charge 89 8587 Cost Aids provided to those for whom no funding source exists. Grant to purchase in kind items 2000 45163 used FMV grants for In-Kind items purchased Grant from Piedmont Community Church for low vision aids to clients 69 5118 Grant for aids purchased 125 11943 Title 7 augmentation consulting expenses 12950 Part I, Line 2: THE RECIPIENTS OF THIS ASSISTANCE ARE THE INDIVIDUALS ELIGIBLE FOR TITLE VII GRANT MONIES. THESE INDIVIDUALS ARE 55 YEARS AND OLDER. X auction items 1840 48463 fmV X visual Aids 119 17420 FMV X Construction Cost 1 4700 FMV 0 0 1 1 Part I, Line 32b: The Organization has established an arrangement with Car Program Inc. to process vehicle donations. Car Program Inc. arranges a free pickup, handles all the DMV issues, sells the vehicle at auction, and distributes the net proceeds to Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 2 Elizabeth Day and Margaret Day are mother and daughter Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 Form 990 is reviewed by the Organization's Audit Committee for completeness and accuracy. Any questions arising during the review are resolved prior to filing. After the Form 990 has been reviewed by the Audit Committee and any necessary revisions have been made, the Committee makes a presentation at the next full Board of Directors meeting to update the Board regarding the Committee's review of Form 990. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c Board members are required to annually sign a Conflict of Interest Policy statement in which they attest that they will disclose any interests and understand that after such disclosure they will not be permitted to vote on any related issues. The disclosure statements are reviewed by Director of Finance to identify any conflicts. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 The process for determining compensation for Organization's Executive Director: The Executive Director's annual salary is based on the comparable market rates in the same geographic area. The Executive Director's salary is approved by the Executive Committee and documented in the minutes. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request. In addition, the audited financial statements are available to the public on the Organization's website. 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