There are around 28,000 people who are legally blind across Massachusetts. For many of them, the white cane isn’t just a tool to help them go about their lives — it’s a symbol of independence.
About 300 people gathered at the State House in Boston Friday for the White Cane Awareness Day hosted by the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind — a celebration meant to highlight the white cane’s importance to the blind community, as well as legislation that helps keep them safe.
“Each year, this day reminds us of how significant the white cane is not only as a vital tool for safe travel and independence, but also a symbol of dignity and equality,” said Commissioner John Oliveira…