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VISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250718 - VISAbilities - Meet and Greet the new ACB Leaaders.Join Terry as she welcomes newly elected and or appointed members of the ACB Boards of Directors and Publications. So, come with your questions and comments. This program will be dedicated to the memory of Denise Colley, one of ACB’s true leaders in advocacy, accessibility, and the use of Braile. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-07-1859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250523 - VISAbilities - VISAbilities five stars for five years.Celebrate 5 incredible years of VISAbilities with Terry. So many friendships, so many topics presented and discussed, so much fun! From Trivia to Tributes and everything in between. Share your favorites with us. All are welcome!! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-05-2358 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250425 - VISAbilities - Jerry Berrier, the blind birder is back.One of our most popular calls every year. Terry welcomes Jerry Berrier, the blind birder, back for a lively session with our migrating chirping friends. Are there birds visiting your yard you would like to identify? Is the weather changing the migration patterns? This is always a fun call. Everyone is welcome! Sponsored by VISAbilities Get on our email announcements listl Email  VISAbilities50@gmail.com Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-04-2559 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250418 - VISAbilities - Repression, Rebellion, Revolution.The Shot Heard Round the World took place 250 years ago tomorrow on the green at Lexington, Massachusetts; or was it at by Ralph Waldo Emerson’s “Concord Hymn” and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem, ”‘Paul Revere’s Riide”.  But how much was poetic license?  What else did occur before, during, and after the ride? Join us for a discussion of these and other facts. You are all welcome in to Terry’s Tavern Tonight at 7:00 Eastern. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-04-1859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250307 - VISAbilities - Let the Celebration Begin! Five years of ACB Community.Terry welcomes Cindy Hollis, and others in to mark the beginning of a 2-week celebration.  We celebrate what began in a scary time of isolation and mushroomed into a major part of both ACB and the blindness and low vision global communities. We especially want to hear from many people who have facilitated, hosted, staffed and worked so hard for all of us throughout this half decade. You have been our real ACB heroes of the pandemic. No matter what your level of participation has been, YOU are welcome in this evening!  Sponsored by VISAbilities. Join our announce list by s...2025-03-0759 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250228 - VISAbilities - ACB President, Deb Cook-Lewis with the latest info for the DC Leadership and Legislative Conference.Join Terry when she welcomes ACB President, Deb Cook-Lewis to VISAbilities for the latest info and updates for the DC Leadership and Legislative Conference.  Whether you are attending in person, virtually, or listening on ACB Media, this will give you an opportunity to know what is happening and when.  We will, of course, have time for any quewtions we might miss.  All are Welcome! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-02-2859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250221 - VISAbilities - Welcome the Durward K. McDaniel Fund Committee members and some former recipients.Join Terry tonight as she welcomes the Durward K. McDaniel Fund Committee members and some former recipients for the DKM First Timerss Pprogram. If you were a first-timer, we would love to hear  your experiences. AND, then we will talk with members of one of ACB’s most active committees – the Women’s Committee. Through the years this group has brught some of the most supportive actions and educational programming to us.  This promises to be a great call for everyone to join in. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-02-2159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250214 - VISAbilities - Get up and Get Moving with Leslie Spoone.Terry welcomes Leslie Spoone with updates from this active program's advocacy for all ages.  Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-02-1459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20250124 - VISAbilities - A Real Game Changer with innosearch.AI.Join Terry when she welcomes Craig Co of innosearch.AI to VISAbilities.. This whole new way of shopping and socializing is catching on with people who are blind or have low vision around the world.  Accessibility is #1 in its development as shown by all of their IT staff being blind or visually impaired. Come learn about their services, and how you can best benefit from innosearch. All are welcome! Sponsored by  VISAbilities50@gmail.com Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2025-01-2458 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20241108 - VISAbilities - Election Reactions: Moving On From Here.Join Terry as she welcomes Pam Shaw back to VISAbilities, this time to talk about how we feel the way we do. Whether you are sad, concerned, or happy, we all need to develop our own process that includes resolving to honor, respect, and move forward unified.  Pam has a great presentation, which will help all of us to gain new perspectives about not just the election results, but other parts of our lives as well. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-11-0857 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240614 - VISAbilities - Auction Updates, and then Meet Cheryl McNeil Fisher.Join Terry and your friends tonight to meet and learn about the latest updates Leslie Spoone has for the ACB Summer Auction. Then meet the special guest I mentioned last week. She is a woman of many talents and interests. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-06-1459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240517 - VISAbilities - Chip Hailey, current president of Missouri Council Of The Blind. .ACB has many state affiliates. Some are fairly new and others older than ACB itself. One of the latter is the Missouri Council of the Blind. Join Terry as she welcomes Chip Hailey, current president of MCB. It's easy to see how and why this organization has survived and prospered over the decades. This is a golden opportunity to hear about many services and programs that just may benefit your state or special interest affiliate. Please join me for this interesting and long overdue session. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-05-1759 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240510 - VISAbilities - Peter Altschul and Michael Babcock, members of the ACB Employment Committee.Join Terry as she welcomes Peter Altschul and members of the ACB Employment Committee. They will be presenting the analysis of the survey many of us completed a few months ago. They are also the ones who compile and send out llists of potential positions on a weekly basis. Whether you are working, retired, or looking for an employment opportunity, this is the call you won’t want to miss. Bring your employment stories along, good or bad. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-05-1059 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240503 - VISAbilities - ACB’s Diabetics in Action will tell us about their mentoring program.ACB’s Diabetics in Action will join Terry on VISAbilities with some valuable information. Yes, the Sugar Warriors are back to tell us about their mentoring program.2024-05-0358 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240426 - VISAbilities - Myths We Live With.Terry has been on quite a learning journey these last four weeks. “I have experienced so many myths and attitudes on both others parts and my own. I have had a lot of time to think and draw some unexpected conclusions regarding the world’s views on blindness and low vision”. Where do fault, blame, and frustration lie? What can we do to reduce these negatives and become happier more well-rounded human beings? These are just a few of the pools we can dive into with my special guest, Pam Shaw, Chair of the ACB Mental Health Committee. I know t...2024-04-2659 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240308 VISAbilities - Welcome President Deb Cook Lewis and new Executive director Scott Thornhill.ACB President, Deb Cook Lewis, will introduce Scott Thornhill, our new Executive Director to our community. Scott has agreed to join me Friday evening to give us all an opportunity to learn more about fhimself and he about all of us. There will be time rfor questions and comments from our participants, as well. So don’t miss this program Friday evening at 7:00 Eastern on March 8. Best Wishes, Terry Pacheco VISAbilities50@gmail.com Episode Notes Notes go here Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co...2024-03-0859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240216 - VISAbilities - Kathi Wolfe on VISAbilities.Terry is excited to welcome in Kathi Wolfe to VISAbilities. Kathi is an award winning poet, writer, reporter, and researcher. She has several published books of her poetry and wrote one on Helen Keller, the Socialist. Imagine walking up to a stage with your work in exceptionally large print so you can read and connect with your audience simultaneously. That is just the tip of the iceberg Kathi has overcome to become so well known in low vision, the poetry and LGBTQ+ communities. Come meet Kathi and hear about her new book, "The Porpoise in the Pink Alcove." 2024-02-1659 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240209 - VISAbilities - Claire Stanley and Swatha Nandhakumar, ACB's Governmental Affairs and Advocacy team.Terry welcomes in Claire Stanley and Swatha Nandhakumar, ACB's Governmental Affairs and Advocacy team, with the most up-to-date news about this year's DC Leadership Training and Legislative Seminar taking place the first weekend in March. Details for reservations, registration, events and much more have been planned for this hybrid gathering. And, of course, we will be talking about this year's Legislative Imperatives. It's a lot of information packed into one hour. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-02-0959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240119 - VISAbilities - It has been a very rough day at ACB. Let's take a break and relax and play Baby Boomer Trivia.Baby Boomer Trivia.2024-01-1957 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20240112 - VISAbilities - Holiday Highlights.join Terry and the VISAbilities crew for Holiday Highlights. It has been nearly a month since we last met, and we all have stories of our holidays to share. Whether your season was quiet or jam packed, something good happened. Everyone is always welcome! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2024-01-1359 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231215 - VISAbilities - Braille, Bumps, & Birthdays.Join me as I welcome Denise Colley and Paul Edwareds (current and past BRLpresidents respectively), Braille Revival League, to VISAbilities. BRL will be holding a special 7-hour event on January 4, in honor of Louis Braille’s birthday. Come hear about their plans and activities and how you can participate in this tribute to one of blind history’s most important persons. We will also look at the bumps braille has overcome through the years, and the great strides made in this era of technology. Episode Notes Notes go here Find out more at http...2023-12-1559 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231208 - VISAbilities - Happy Holidays are Made from Happy Memories.Happy Holidays are Made from Happy Memories Pam Shaw will join me this evening as we look at creating the happiest holiday seasons for all. Pam always gets us thinking in positive lights, and usually with a laugh or two thrown in for good measure. Remember the excitement that Christmas morning you woke up to find Santa had left your first Make & Bake Oven, or Patty Play Pal, or GI Joe? It is those moments that make holidays so special to us all these years later. My Thumbelina doll is long gone, but my love...2023-12-0859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231201 - VISAbilities - ACBDA, Diabetes and the Continuous Glucose Monitors.I know the Accessible Pharmacy Health Fair has kept many of you busy today, but it would be very much appreciated if you could stop in at VISAbilities tonight with any tips and tricks you have learned with regard to diabetes. I have some listeners and participants who have particular interests in the accessibility of continual glucose monitoring systems and easily digestive foods. This is absolutely not a medical call, but just a time to share experiences you have found helpful. Thank you very much for your participation. Kind Regards, Terry Pacheco Find...2023-12-0159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231124 - VISAbilities - What do We Do With Thanksgiving Leftovers.What do Terry and cranberries have in common? You will find out tonight. Now what do we do with yesterday’s leftovers, especially cranberries? How about cranberry white chocolate cookies or cranberry orange nut bread, or layered turkey leftover casserole? These are just a few of the recipes we will highlight along with your favorites. We will also be hearing from Leslie Spoone about the ACB Media Holiday Auction that is going on this weekend. Join us for the fun! Email VISAbilities Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-11-2458 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231117 - VISAbilities - From Turkeys to Trees to Times Square.VISAbilities – From Turkeys to Trees to Times Square Please join me for one of my favorite annual shows. That’s right. Holiday wine recommendations from Gabriel Lopez Kafati and great culinary creations from our amazing foodies, Jason Castonguay, and Penny Reeder. Whether you are looking for that hostess gift for Thanksgiving or an easy romantic New Year’s Eve dinner for two, or great munchies for the football gatherings, it’s all here. Don’t fforget to bring your ideas as well. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-11-1758 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231110 - VISAbilities - A special Salute to our veterans and our ACB Affiliate, Veterans of ACB.Whether you or a friend or family member are a US Veteran, please join us tonight for a special tribute and announcement. Cassie Trosper, President of our ACB Veterans affiliate will be joining me with some very exciting news. This will be the re-launching and re-branding of the organization. A lot of work has been going on over the last several months to update and expand this important affiliate. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-11-1059 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231103 - VISAbilities - Voting Task ForceJoin me tonight for a session with the Vooting Task Force that will not go quite as far astray as the previous 4 hours community calls that have already taken place. Everyone will have an opportunity to ask questions and make comments on all sides of the issues. Our affiliates are what built this organization and where most of our advocacy goals are implemented and achieved. Join me tonight for a bit of a twist on our future voting procedures. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-11-0359 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231027 - VISAbilities Kim Charlson and Carl Richardson speak about the ADP Gala.The Audio Description Gala is coming up fast on November 14. Join me as I welcome Kim Charlson with last-minute updates on this annual event. Audio Description has been near and dear to Kim’s heart for many years, and the Gala was her brain child. No one knows more about the Gala than Kim Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-10-2758 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20231020 - VISAbilities - Jason Castonguay.**I am so pleased to invite you to join me as I welcome another entertainer to VISAbilities.  Whether it’s voice, piano, harp, or a myriad of his other talents, Jason Castonguay has a fascinating background in the entertainment industry.  We always look forward to his performances and preentations on ACB Media.  Join me as Jason let’s us into his heart as we have welcomed  him into ours. ** Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-10-2058 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230929 - VISAbilities - wrap-up of today’s ACB Board of Directors training workshop Meeting and what to look forward to in the morning. .# Join Terry for a wrap-up of today’s ACB Board of Directors training workshops and what to look forward to in the morning. Are there ideas or issues you would like to see come before the Board of Directors? Tell us what they are.2023-09-2955 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230811 - VISAbilities - Seleste, the smart glasses for people with visual impairments.Join Terry to learn all about Seleste (www.seleste.co) , the smart glasses for people with visual impairments. Did you get a chance to see the new Seleste Glasses during convention? Have you heard about these new, sleek and less obtrusive method of knowing what’s around you? Do you have more questions? What is the pricing program? Will there be updates, and what will they cost? Well, this is your opportunity to learn all about them from the Founder and CEO Shubh Mittal. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-08-1156 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230728 - VISAbilities - how we as caregivers can continue caring for our friends and family while not forgetting to take care of ourselves.Terry will welcome a panel discussion on how we as caregivers can continue caring for our friends and family members while not forgetting to take care of ourselves both physically and mentally.  What arrangements do we need to make to give ourselves  some down time? Safety rules on planes, for example, always tell you to secure your mask first in an emergency.  This is because you need to be able to continue to be strong enough to help others.  Join us as we look at this and other related topics. Find out more at https://acb...2023-07-2858 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230609 - VISAbilities - Friends In Art with three artists in different forms of art.We will be taking a deeper dive into the background and future of Friends In Art with three artists in different forms of art. Petter Altschul will lead our panel discussion and tell us about this year’s Showcase of the Performing Arts.  He will be joined by author Annie Chiappetta, and musician Jason Castonguay.  This promises to be a lively and fact-filled conversation.  All are welcome! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-06-0959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230602 - VISAbilities - Retirement, Not Your Usual Help Wanted SignWhat changes did retirement make in your life? How do you make the most of those 40 hours? Does it seem like life is busier now than then? I have worked most of the last 53 years, but as of 5:00 today, I am RETIRED! I want and need your help in figuring out the next 53! (smile) Join me as we celebrate this new leaf in our lives.  Email VISAbilities Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-06-0259 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230526 - VISAbilities 3rd Anniversary.Welcome in to a celebration of each person who has presented, hosted, or participated in VISAbilities for the last three years.  A special Thank You to each and every one of you.  You are the ones who continue to make VISAbilities such a success. We continue to prove that Visually Impaired Seniors’ Abilities are stronger than ever.  We have reached out to people of all ages, faced and overcome day-to-day changes in our own lives and those around us, and remembered those who came before us and mentored us in the true mission and purpose of ACB.  Come t...2023-05-2659 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230519 - VISAbilities - Baby Boomer Trivia.Baby Boomers Unite! It has been just about a year since we played Baby Boomer trivia, and people have asked me to do it again.  Come join us individually and we will put teams together, or bring a team along, and we will have lots of fun.  We always do.  So, sharpen up your long-term memory and come on in! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-05-1958 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230512 - VISAbilities - Schaunburg, Here We Come! VISAbilities - Schaunburg, Here We Come! Do You get Janet’s daily updates regarding the 2023 ACB Conference and Convention? Are there questions you still have? Questions like when will the business portions and plenary sessions take place? When will registration be available? What state and special interest affiliates will be holding events during the hybrid week of the convention? When will voting take place? These and other questions will be addressed by my guest, Janet Dickelman. She will have plenty move information for you to add to your personal calendar of events. Find ou...2023-05-1359 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230505 - VISAbilities - Alternative Living ArrangementsNow that we have isolated in our homes for three years, does that home still fill your wants and needs? Did you make it more comfortable? Did you move to a different type of living arrangement that might be of interest to others? Let’s talk long term living arrangements on VISAbilities this week. Early in the pandemic we had a show on various living arrangements, and I wonder how much our opinions have changed, if at all, since then. Email VISAbilities Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-05-051h 03VISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230428 - VISAbilities - 3rd Annual The Birds are Calling.Spring has sprung; birds are singing; and Terry welcomes back Blind Birder, Jerry Berrier. Jerry completely enthralled us all with his knowledge and interest of sharing so much about our springtime feathered friends during our visits with him these last two years. We are looking forward to another great evening with him this week. Join us with your questions and guesses on some of the recordings Jerry brings with him. This is one of our most popular programs each year. Email VISAbilities Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-04-2859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230421 - VISAbilities - News From ACB Next Gen, ACB Diabetics in Action, and Council of Citizens with Low Vision International.VISAbilities – Looking Ahead Many of ACB’s Special Interest Affiliates have are busy putting together new and exciting programming for their 2023 Annual Conferences.  This week the spotlights are on ACB Next Gen, ACB Diabetics in Action, and Council of Citizens with Low Vision International.  What events are they partnering with other affiliates to present? What will be available on Zoom, on Media, and/or in-person only? Moe Carpenter, Larry Gassman, and Melanie Sinohui will all be here. It’s time to start your personal “calendar of events” you don’t want to miss.  We will also have some special an...2023-04-2159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230414 - VISAbilities - news from GDUI, AAVL, ACB Constitution and By-Laws Committee.This week’s VISAbilities is packed with news from GDUI, AAVL, ACB Constitution and By-Laws Committee, and more! It  is important to ALL ACB members. So, please make sure your affiliate members know about it.Following some brief announcements, Terry welcomes Maria Hansen, vice chair and Jeff Thom, member of the ACB Constitution & By-laws Committee to explain how the process for submitting amendments and voting on them will be carried out this year.  We all need to take our responsibility seriously when we are making decisions that could change the most important documents of our organization – our Consti...2023-04-1457 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230407 - VISAbilities - Friends-in-Art Showcase.One of the most popular and enjoyable events of every ACB Conference and Convention for the last 40 plus years is the Friends-in-Art Showcase of the Performing Arts.  Whether in person or virtual, it is always a magical time for all.  This year, tFIA is planning something even more exciting. Peter Altschul will be joining Terry to share the details.  We will also hear from Peter of the Employment Committee’s program for this year’s convention.  Everyone is welcome! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-04-0757 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230331 - VISAbilities - 2023 Resolutions and Voting.2023 Resolutions and Voting Patrick Sheehan, Ray Campbell, and Koni Simms will join Terry tonight to share and explain this year’s Resolutions process and how voting will take place during the 2023 ACB Conference and Convention.  This is especially time sensitive since the Resolutions Committee will be starting its work very soon.  There will be ample time for your questions.  ACB’s goals and pathways  in advocacy are determined by our Resolutions.  Having a good grasp of the issues, both pro and con, helps make you a more responsible voter.  The officers, board, and staff are guided by these docu...2023-03-3159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230324 - VISAbilities - Two Spoones Full of ACB Energy.I am thrilled to welcome our new interim Executive Director, Dan Spoone, and the one and only ACB Auction Chair, Leslie Spoone to VISAbilities this evening. What changes, if any, does Dan see for himself and ACB in his new role? How is the transition from president different than he thought it might be? Are President Deb and the Board of Directors a tough bunch to work fo? (smiling) This and other questions will be asked and answered. Then, Leslie will give us the latest information on how you can help make this year's auctions even better...2023-03-2459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230317 - VISAbilities - St. Patrick's Day -a cup of Irish teaJoin Terry for a cup of Irish tea, maybe some soda bread, or an Irish trifle dessert.  We will talk about our ancestry , books, recipes, folk lore, and whatever else comes to mind. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-03-1759 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230303 - VISAbilities - Older Independent Blind Services and FundingOlder Independent Blind Services and Funding Learn more about this program that has been deplorably underfunded for years.  What services are and are not funded through OIB? Understand its history, and find out what you can do to bring the funding for hundreds of thousands of older Americans experiencing sight loss up to a reasonable level.  Anisio Correia and other leaders from the Aliance on Aging and Vision Loss will be among those joining us.  This is especially time sensitive since this is the last chance before ACB’s Legislative Seminar. Find out more at https...2023-03-0359 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230224 - VISAbilities - Spring Celebrations.Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day, birthdays, Easter, graduations, or any other excuse to celebrate with family and friends, we’ve got you covered. Spring wines and desserts are featured on this week’s VISAbilities. Penny Reeder, the dessert diva, and Gabriel Lopez Kafatti, our wine wizard, will join us tonight with more exciting ways to make your Spring celebrations sparkle. If you have a favorite recipe or refreshing wine, please share it with us. This promises to be a fun-filled hour for all! Subscribe to VISAbilities announcement list Find out more at https://acb-visa...2023-02-2459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230217 - VISAbilities - The Victor Reader Stream 3.Terry welcomes Mathieu Paquette, Product Manager, and Peter Tucic, Director of Strategic Partnership, at HumanWare. They will be giving us all the latest details of the new Victor 3. Pre-order and launch dates; old favorites and new features; price point; and much more. Get your questions answered by those in the know. Sponsored by VISAbilities Request to receive VISAbilities announcements Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2023-02-1759 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230210 - VISAbilities - Low Vision Services for Special Ed Students.VISAbilities for All – Low Vision Services for Special Ed Students A few weeks ago, Mark Richert, one of ACB’s most experienced and leading advocates, added to our Leadership list a very interesting post entitled “The future of low vision services and devices in BVI-related special ed.” The post received several responses.  Mark will join me Friday night to hear from you and to further explain what is and is not available through prior legislation such as IDEA and how he believes the passage of the Cogswell-Macy Act would provide more well-rounded services to children with low vision du...2023-02-1057 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230203 - VISAbilities - ACB Awards.Who were Vernon Henley, George Card, Ned Freeman, Jim Olsen, and others we remember every year when we honor today’s leaders who are carrying on their work.  Join me as I welcome Janet Dickelman and Awards Committee member Peter Altschul along with Penny Reeder of the Board of Publications  to learn about these and more of ACB’s awards.  Many of us fondly remember these ACB giants and have stories you will enjoy.  Learn how you can nominate someone who qualifies for special recognition. Everyone is welcome to join us for an hour you won’t want to mi...2023-02-0358 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230127 - VISAbilities - for all.Thank you all for your continued support of VISAbilities.  I am delighted to announce that we are back live beginning this Friday night at 7:00 PM EST on Zoom and ACB Media 1.  I also have an exciting line-up of programs for the mojnth of February.  There will be several announcements and updates. So don’t miss a minute!  One will include an update of the call for those interested in advocating for improvements for our community in the medical field.  I got some very positive responses to our call of January 13.  Everyone is welcome to join in because these is...2023-01-2757 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20230113 - VISAbilities - Medical Accessibility.Please join me when I welcome our panel of long-time advocates including Scott Marshall and Paul Edwards. for a discussion of a subject we have all experienced over these last few years – Medical Accessibility.  Regardless of age or health issues, the world of medical care has changed for us all in recent years.  It is time to update the ADA Medical Checklist Scott developed many years ago.  What can we as ACB members and advocates do to see that medical professionals and IT developers receive appropriate training? Since this impacts every member of our organization and beyond, how h...2023-01-1300 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221216 - VISAbilities - Our year in Review.#2022-12-1757 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221209 - VISAbilities - Memories of Christmas past.#2022-12-1059 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221202 - VISAbilities - Winter Weather Wellness.Terry will host an open discussion of ways we can enjoy winter regardless of age while keeping an eye on safety and enjoying lots of fun. Join VISAbilities announce email list by sending a message to visabilities50@gmail.com. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-12-0258 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221125 - VISAbilities - AD Gala Awards.#2022-11-2559 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221118 - VISAbilities - ACB’s newest mentoring team, MAPSP.Join Kenneth Semien, Sr. and members of ACB’s newest mentoring team, MAPSP. What is it? How is it doing? Who can help or learn from it? Who has learned what? It will all be explained, and you will have your opportunity to get your questions answered. We will aalso have a little time for somme important affiliate announcements.  So, sit back, relax, and join us.  Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-11-1858 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221111 - VISAbilities - Thank you For Your Service.Whether you or a family member are a veteran, please tell us your story.  If you have a photo of your loved oneyou would like to share, you can share it with us by e-mailing it to visabilities50@gmail.com or showing it on your screen this evening.  No matter the branch or the era, wwe want to thank all those who have given of themselves to keep our country the true cradle of freedom and democracy.  This is our chance to give back and show our appreciation. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-11-1158 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221104 - VISAbilities - The Holidays Are Coming! - 1859.Our ACB aficionado of wines, Gabriel Lopez Kafati and gourmet cook, Penny Reeder, will both bee joining Terry with their recommendations for great culinary ideas that will delight you, your family, and friends this holiday season. We will also hear about some simple suggestions for setting a beautiful holiday table.  No matter your level of hosting expertise, there is something for everyone here.  Come join the fun! Join the VISAbilities e-mail announce only list to receive weekly early announcements. Send an e-mail to VISAbilities50@gmail.com with subscribe in the Subject line. Find ou...2022-11-0459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221028 - VISAbilities - Out Tricking the Tricksters on VISAbilities TonightFollowing a brief review of the ACB Board of Directors’ meeting in Schaunburg last week, let’s have some fun with lots of trivia. Whether you are a baby boomer, a MASH follower, or Halloween lover, there’s something for you! So let’s tease those gremlins and just have a fun time! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-10-2837 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221014 - VISAbilities - the Website and Software Applications Accessibility Act.Join Swatha Nandhakumar, ACB’s Advocacy and Outreach Specialist, and Claire Stanley, Public Policy Analyst at the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN), as we discuss the Website and Software Applications Accessibility Act – S.4998 and H.R.9021. We’ll talk about what it is; why it’s important; and what you can do to get it passed and signed into law. Sponsored by VISAbilities Email VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-10-1457 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20221007 - VISAbilities - Let's Get Up To Get Moving!Terry welcomes Leslie Spoone tonight with her endless encouragement and energy with tips and recommendations for getting up from that chair to get moving more safely and with more agility.  The ACB’s Get Up and Get Moving Project is available to all our members at whatever level you are comfortable with.  We may also get a sneak peek at the details of the Annual ACB Media Holiday Auction. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-10-0757 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220930 - VISAbilities - relocating, downsizing, re-sizing, and re-organizing our homes.Two plus years ago we did a few calls on relocating, downsizing, re-sizing, and re-organizing our homes.  Let’s see how well that has worked for us.  Is that guest bedroom working out doubling as your home office? Now that we are living with COVID rather than isolating and quarantining quite so much, are those changes working for you? Are there still changes you want to make?  Do you have more or less clutter now than before?  What is next on your “to do” list?  Bring your questions and ideas.  We will also have some special announcements before we en...2022-09-3054 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220916 - VISAbilities - BlindShell Classic 2.BlindShell Classic 2 Join me as I welcome Diane Ducharme, Senior Project Manager, at BlindShell USA to VISAbilities.  She will tell us all about the many features, apps, and advantages of the BlindShell Classic 2.  In what ways is it  “smart”, and in what ways does it remind us of our classic phones?  We will cover topics from cost to connectivity and everything in between.  If you have questions or have been thinking about getting one, this session is for you!  Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-09-1659 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220909 - VISAbilities - Celebrating State Affiliates Part 2. Kansas, Pennsylvania, South Dakota,and Wyoming Councils - 1900.Since 1961, our state affiliates have built this premier consumer driven organization we have become. Our members have seen a need, mastered necessary abilities, banded together, pushed many employment and advocacy envelopes, and celebrated victories in their communities.  There groups of advocates and friends usually unite once a year on a state-wide basis.  Tonight Terry will be joined by the Kansas, Pennsylvania, South Dakota,and Wyoming Councils.They will all be holding their annual conventions this Fall.  Will they be held virtual, in-person, or hybrid? Do you want to meet and get to know others from you...2022-09-0959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220902 - VISAbilities - Annual Labor Day Party.VISAbilities Annual Labor Day Party Let’s celebrate the days of a long hot summer filled with sun, fun, and convention.  How did you spend your summer vacation?  This is a night of relaxation and fun for everyone.  We will also play music trivia for us baby boomers.  We will roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days  of summer under the boardwalk! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-09-0259 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220826 - VISAbilities Celebrating ACB's State Affiliates - Tennessee, Oklahoma, Indiana, Ohio, and Mountain State.Tonight: Tennessee, Oklahoma, Indiana, Ohio, and Mountain State August 26, 7:00 PM EDT Since 1961, our state affiliates have built this premier consumer driven organization we have become. Our members have seen a need, mastered necessary abilities, banded together, pushed many employment and advocacy envelopes, and celebrated victories in their communities.  There groups of advocates and friends usually unite once a year on a state-wide basis. Tonight Terry will be joined by the Tennessee, Indiana and Ohio, Oklahoma, and Mountain State Councils.  They will all be holding their annual conventions this Fall.  Will they be held virtual, in-person, or...2022-08-2655 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220819 - VISAbilities - Special Interest Affiliates, Part 3, Conclusion. ACB Lions, Diabetics in Action, Families, and Council of Citizens with Low Vision International.VISAbilities – Celebrating Our Special Interest Affiliates, Conclusion **ACB Affiliates are the real backbone of our organization. From our first state affiliates in 1961 to our newest special interest affiliate, ACB Next Generation, our members have seen a need, mastered necessary abilities, banded together, pushed many employment and advocacy envelopes, and celebrated our victories.  Join Terry as she has a roaring good time with ACB Lions, Diabetics in Action, Families, and Council of Citizens with Low Vision International. Learn how much these organizations are contributing to our work in many areas of our lives. This is a wonderful opportunity for...2022-08-1959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220812 - VISAbilities - 2022 ACB Convention Survey - 1900.You had the opportunity to vote this year. Now, you have the same chance to express your opinion! Please join Terry as she welcomes Rick Morin and Janet Dickelman to tell us all what we can expect on the 2022 ACB Convention Survey. How do we access it? What dates will it be available? What will it cover – audio, video, quality of content? Will there be space for additional comments and feedback? There have been a number of events and programs since convention ended. Now, it’s time to gather the numbers and statistics for planning future conferences and conventions. How...2022-08-1259 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220805 - VISAbilities - Special Affiliates Part 2. Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss, ACB Radio Amateurs, and Impaired Entrepreneurs.# ACB Affiliates are the real backbone of our organization. From our first state affiliates in 1961 to our newest special interest affiliate, ACB Next Generation, our members have seen a need; mastered necessary abilities; banded together; pushed many employment and advocacy envelopes; and celebrated our victories. Join Terry as she welcomes some of our special interest affiliates and learn how much these organizations are contributing to our work in many areas of our lives. This is a wonderful opportunity for many of our newer community participants to find ways they can help improve both their own lives and those around them...2022-08-0559 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220729 - VISAbilities - special interest affiliates, including Friends in Art, Blind Pride, and ACB Government Employees.# ACB Affiliates are the real backbone of our organization. From our first state affiliates in 1961 to our newest special interest affiliate, ACB Next Generation, our members have seen a need; mastered necessary abilities; banded together; pushed many employment and advocacy envelopes; and celebrated our victories. Join Terry as she welcomes some of our special interest affiliates, including Friends in Art, Blind Pride, and ACB Government Employees, and learn how much these organizations are contributing to our work in many areas of our lives. This is a wonderful opportunity for many of our newer community participants to find ways they can...2022-07-2959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220722 - VISAbilities - the new ACB Mentoring Program - 1900.# Terry welcomes Kenneth Semien, Sr., Donna Brown, Donna Browning, and Cheryl Cumings for a discussion of the new ACB Mentoring Program.  This is a great opportunity for those of us who have mentored a number oftoday’s leaders to share positive experiences and advice. This is a dynamic project that will need everyone’s input in order to be successful.  Please join us for a livelydiscussion, and bring your thoughts and ideas.2022-07-2258 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220617 - VISAbilities - Celebrating Our Abilities, our June Man Of The Month is Paul Edwards.VISAbilities – Celebrating Our Abilities We will pull Leslie Spoone away from the ACB Summer Auction for a few minutes to give us an update on the Auction taking place tonight and tomorrow.  Then, for the main event! Our June “ACB Man of the Month” is someone many of us call mentor, debater, but most of all FRIEND.  Since his first ACB Convention, he has worn many hats including Resolutions Committee Chair, Affiliate President, Board of Publications, Board of Directors, ACB National President, ACB Media Host, and  a myriad of other positions, Paul Edwards has been a leader at some o...2022-06-1759 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220610 - VISAbilities - Thriving with Type 2 Diabetes.An open and frank panel discussion lead by a ACB Diabetics in Action President, Tom Tobin on a condition that affects many of us. Through our own efforts, we can minimize its damage to our bodies while enjoying a full, active lifestyle. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation. Sponsored by www.VISAbilities.net Join our email announce list. Send an email to visabilities50@gmail.com Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-06-1159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220603 - VISAbilities - Celebrating Our Abilities..sfk**I am pleased to welcome Jeff Thom, President of Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss.  He will be sharing the exciting details of the upcoming AAVL National Conference.  This will be followed by some Baby Boomer Trivia.  So get your team together, and let’s relax at the end of a busy week and have a good time!  Everyone is welcome to join the call. ** Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-06-0359 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220527 - VISAbilities - Second Anniversary Show.It’s the 2nd anniversary! It’s a special 2 Hour program from  7:00 – 9:00 Eastern Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-05-271h 52VISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220520 - VISAbilities Potpourri.#2022-05-2055 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220513 - VISAbilities - Not Your Mother'S Radio Reading Service - 1900. Join Terry as she welcomes Neely Oplinger, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Washington Ear, and our own Mike Duke of the Mississippi Radio Reading Service for an eye opening discussion of the various services now available to everyone via an Amazon device and other alternatives.  You don’t need special radios or machines to access all kinds of information, news, books and entertainment.  It’s a whole new way to access the print world.  All are welcome. Join VISAbilities announce list by sending an email to VISAbilities50@gmail.com. Find out more at https...2022-05-1459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220506 - VISAbilities - Guide Dogs, Furry Tails & More.Terry welcomes Sarah Calhoun, Anthony Corona, and Penny Reeder with their furry friends to tell us about GDUI’s Furry Tails project and how you can participate.  We will then morph into other issues relevant to living life with a dog guide.  Questions are always welcome. So join us for a fact filled hour. Guide Dogs, Furry Tails & More! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-05-0659 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220429 - VISAbilities - Exhibit Extravaganza.# For more than 20 years, Michael Smitherman has never failed to impress ACB convention goers with outstanding Exhibit Halls filled with both new products and services and classic stand-bys we have come to rely on.  Everything from cosmetics to computers, from braille notetakers to braille jewelry. And now, in these days of combined hybrid and in-person gatherings, Michael has done it again!  Be among the first to hear details of this year’s exhibits and exhibitors.  We will also talk about what’s involved in being an exhibitor, and how it all comes together under his guidance. We might even get him to...2022-04-2959 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220422 - VISAbilities - Latest Updates on Voting, Resolutions, and Amendments Procedures for this year’s ACB Convention.Since we will be holding this year’s conference and convention in hybrid mode, the Voting Task Force will join Terry to discuss and explain the plans for elections; how we will have our say as to how our organization’s important documents are changed; and the handling of this year’s resolutions. Come learn and bring your questions. As always, everyone is welcome to join the conversation. Sponsored by VISAbilities Email VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-04-2259 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220415 - VISAbilities - Annual Open Chat.VISAbilities – Annual Open Chat: 7pm ET, 4pm PT, 1pm HT **Have you ever heard the ACB Song? Would you like to hear the entire song VISAbilities’ theme music is from? What shows have you enjoyed most over the last two years? What have we missed? Do you have any announcements about your community call or upcoming affiliate event? These are just a few of the topics we can explore. I also have a special message to our friends observing Easter and/or Passover. ** Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-04-1558 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220408 - VISAbilities - The Birds are Calling.VISAbilities – The Birds are Calling: Spring has sprung; birds are singing; and Terry welcomes back Blind Birder, Jerry Berrier. Jerry completely enthralled us all with his knowledge and interest of sharing so much about our springtime feathered friends last year. We are looking forward to another great evening with him this week. Join us with your questions and guesses on some of the recordings Jerry brings with him. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-04-0859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220401 - VISAbilities - The Joys of Volunteering.There is no better feeling than to do something that helps make life and learning better for others. Join Terry as she welcomes three special guests who are outstanding volunteers in and around their communities. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-04-0157 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220325 - VISAbilities - A Tribute to ACB Women part 2.A Tribute to ACB Women part 2 March 25, 8:00 PM EDT Celebrating the women who helped build the foundation on which ACBB stands today. Join Terry as she welcomes Lori Scharff (Co-chair ACB Women’s Committee) and Pam Shaw (former ACB Vice President) as we recall the many contributions 35 very special leaders and friends have made  and are still making to continue building our strong grass roots organization. What have we all learned from them?  What does the future hold for them and ACB? Please join us as we honor these women. ** We will also be hearing from the McDan...2022-03-2559 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220318 - VISAbilities - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Join the fun at 7:00 Eastern time tonight.   March 18 VISAbilities St. Patrick’s Weekend Continues The Irish-American History and Traditions Why did this holiday take root and spread around the world?  Why do we all sing “Irish songs” that were written here, not in Ireland?  What are your memories of celebrations “back in the day” with your parents and grandparents?  Last night, on Table Talk Thursday, CCLVI touched on some of these  topics.  We will be digging a little deeper tonight. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-03-1858 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220311 VisabilitiesEarly Signs of Dementia with Dr. Paul Raia2022-03-1658 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220304 - VISAbilities - A Tribute to the Women of ACB Part 1 - Extended Podcast version.Remembering the women who helped build the foundation on which ACBB stands today. Join Terry as she welcomes Lori Scharff, co-chair ACB Women’s Committee, and Pam Shaw, former ACB Vice President, as we recall many of the contributions of 25 very special leaders and friends, and what we have all learned from them. Please note that the second part of this tribute will be held March 25, when we celebrate 25 of the women who have carried on the work of tonight’s honorees. Time permitting, we will also hear an update from CCLVI’s president, Patti Cox, to tell us how th...2022-03-0458 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220225 - VISAbilities - AAVL, and Seniors Leading the Way.VISAbilities – Seniors Leading the Way: Just because we’re old doesn’t mean we’re done! Join Terry as she welcomes the Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss back to share a myriad of updates this dynamic ACB affiliate has achieved over the last two years. Not even a pandemic can slow us down! All are welcome to this great time to listen, learn, and join AAVL’s growing organization. Twenty-one months ago, in May of 2020, AAVL President, Jeff Thom, was the first guest on VISAbilities. It will be great to have him and other members back! Spo...2022-02-2557 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220218 - VISAbilities - A Virtual Tour of the Slate with Judy Dixon.VISAbilities – A Virtual Tour: As we approach President’s weekend, we take time to reflect on achievements and advances in our lives and how we have gotten to where we are now. This holds true not just as a country but also through our culture, educational opportunities, and literacy. For many of us, braille literacy has been the key that opened our lives and minds to the world in which we are an integral part. Terry welcomes one of the world’s foremost experts of all things braille, Dr. Judy Dixon. Judy has a collection of at least...2022-02-1859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220211 - VISAbilities - Congressional Guidance, the Grubb Way.Terry welcomes long-time Capitol Hill climber and experienced advocate, Debbie Grubb. Her clear and effective strategies for how to find the right person in our Congressional offices; templates for the communications; and persistence are all on the menu. Debbie will share the techniques she has used that have made Florida such a powerhouse on the hill. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-02-1159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220204 - VISAbilities - ACB Awards Honor Past and Present Leaders.Join Terry as she welcomes Janet Dickelman from the ACB Awards Committee and three prior awards recipients as we delve into the history of these esteemed awards. Who were the people these awards honor? People such as James Olson, Margarine G. Beaman, Robert S. Bray, Durward McDaniel, and others, who achieved national recognition for their contributions in both the blindness and low vision and global communities. Learn how you can nominate someone you believe deserving of such recognition. What are the criteria and deadlines? Get these and other questions answered. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out...2022-02-041h 00VISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220128 - VISAbilities - Life Coaches who “Get It” Pam Shaw and Gabriel Lopez Kafati.Terry welcomes two dynamic Life Coaches, both of whom really “get it” in our community. ACB members extraordinaire, Pam Shaw and Gabriel Lopez Kafati, will explain the advantages and positive attitude changes that we can make in our lives. Everyone is invited to join this fun and informative session. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-01-2859 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220121 - VISAbilities - Vision loss; successful careers; raising a family; and now actively participating in ACB committees and events.# Join me this evening at 7:00 Eastern as I welcome two women who are long-time members of ACB and continue to give of themselves to our communities – Annie Chiappetta and Sue Crawford.  Both of these dynamic ladies have lead diverse and fascinating lives while experiencing vision loss.  As they share their attitudes and philosophies, I know we will all learn from them while hearing a few funny stories.  They’ve done it all; from author to advocacy!2022-01-2159 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220114 - VISAbilities - Christine Chaikin discusses Windows Computer Key Strokes.Terry welcomes Christine Chaikin for a lively learning session for everyone who uses a computer, whether with or without magnification or screen readers. There are so many keystrokes that make keyboarding faster and less challenging. Please come and share your ideas so we can all learn from one another. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co2022-01-1459 minVISAbilitiesVISAbilities20220107 - VISAbilities - Larry Gassman.Terry is starting the new year off with a new series of calls. The Blind and Low Vision Community has long been fortunate to have a huge number of Visually Impaired Seniors with amazing Abilities. At least once a month, someone will share their life experiences. Whether life-long or recent vision loss, they all have much to share with us. Terry is thrilled to begin this series with just such a man, Larry Gassman. Larry has been the person responsible for streaming VISAbilities on ACB Media 1 and posting the podcasts for these past many months. That barely scratches the...2022-01-0758 minSunday Edition with Anthony CoronaSunday Edition with Anthony CoronaSunday Edition for July 11, 2021 - The Women of ACB with Special Guest Host Terry PachecoEpisode Notes Anthony: The ladies of ACB take over... Due to some travel I will not be able to host Sunday Edition this week, but don’t despair… I have asked Terry Pacheco to host the Ladies of ACB this week. My trusted engineer extraordinaire Byron will be behind the scenes and the mic to make sure we have a fabulous show. If you have comments, suggestions and of course if you have a question and can’t join us live please email me at: celebrationac@aol.com Terry: I am h...2021-07-111h 57VISAbilitiesVISAbilitiesACB VISAbilities, March 26, 2021Episode Notes On March 26, 2021 I welcomed Jerry Berrier, well-known blind birding enthusiast in to share an information packed hour that was enjoyed by all.2021-05-171h 01VISAbilitiesVISAbilities2021-04-09 Your Vote Counts - Election process 2021 ACB National ConventionEpisode Notes We welcome members of the ACB Voting Task Force for a candid discussion about the unique voting process to take place at the 2021 ACB Virtual National Convention. There has been a lot of buzz around this topic. Get the whole story directly from the group of hard working ACB'ers, who truly value the independent secret ballot. Please email comments and suggestions to VISAbilities50@gmail.com2021-04-1059 minTuesday TopicsTuesday TopicsTuesday Topics with Paul Edwards: Seniors - Sandy Troiano, Terry Pacheco, Jeff Thomwe will be discussing our twentieth topic! Time flies when you are having fun! Thank you so much, Rick as in Morin! You are what makes this little plane fly, sir! This week we are going to discuss getting older which all of us do! However, we will focus on those blind people who are old enough to call themselves seniors. Some of us become seniors having been blind most or all of our lives. Others only get to find out what it's like to be blind after they are seniors themselves. All seniors who are blind share the...2020-09-142h 02