White Cane Safety Day
About White Cane Safety Day
When is White Cane Safety Day? This holiday is always observed on October 15
White Cane Safety Day, an October 15 holiday, celebrates and recognizes the achievements of the blind and visually impaired, and their independence. That independence is represented by the white cane that they use to travel from place to place. This day is not about helping them across the street. Rather, it is about helping blind people to live and function independently.
The white cane is an invaluable tool for the blind. It affords blind people freedom of movement they otherwise may not have. Accordingly, the white cane is a well-recognized symbol of independence.
Of course, if you know someone who is blind or visually impaired, celebrate this day with him or her. Also, we suggest you let them take you for a walk.
How to Celebrate White Cane Safety Day
This holiday is all about assisting blind people and vision-impaired people and assuring their safety.
- First, assist the blind and visually impaired in their efforts to be independent in their daily lives.
- Then, join and support organizations that work with the blind and visually impaired.
Today's Quote
“If you set goals and go after them with all the determination you can muster, your gifts will take you places that will amaze you.” – – Les Brown
History and Origin of White Cane Safety Day
On October 15, 1964, a Joint resolution of Congress passed legislation marking this day. President Lyndon Johnson immediately issued a proclamation declaring this day to be White Cane Safety Day. This is an annual proclamation.
This Day in History
In addition to White Cane Safety Day, here are some things that happened on this day:
- U.S. Department of Transportation was created. (1966)
- Oscar the Grouch premieres on children’s television show Sesame Street. (1969) See More: National Grouch Day.
- William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania was born on this day in (1644)
More October 15 Holidays
Besides White Cane Safety Day, here is another October 15 holiday to celebrate and enjoy:
More About Today
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Did You Know? Furthermore, in addition to White Cane Safety Day, there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. Many of these holidays are new, too. People and organizations are creating new holidays regularly. October holidays are no exception. Consequently., at Holiday Insights, we take great efforts to thoroughly research and document the details of each one, as completely and accurately as possible.
