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We're at the Association for Education & Rehabilitation of the Blind & Visually Impaired conference - great sessions and networking, with Keynote Kevin O'Connor, Jason and Nilma Tanna of the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California Irvine/ACVREP Board member, a team hosting a great CVI session, lots of conference attendees, and their dog guides!

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Live in the St. Charles area? Check-out the National Beep Baseball Association (NBBA) World Series next week, hosted in partnership with Lighthouse for the Blind - St. Louis and MindsEye

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2024 BEEP BASEBALL WORLD SERIES TAKES PLACE IN ST. CHARLES NEXT WEEK - MindsEye 2024 BEEP BASEBALL WORLD SERIES TAKES PLACE IN ST. CHARLES NEXT WEEK

Welcome to our newest member - the American Macular Degeneration Foundation! AMDF is a non-profit organization committed to the prevention, treatment, and cure of macular degeneration, and empowering those with AMD to live to the fullest. Learn more at https://www.macular.org

AMDF - American Macular Degeneration Foundation offers a tremendous video series covering a broad range of crucial topics related to Macular Degeneration, including daily living, medication, assistive devices & aids, and so much more. These videos are great for people living with Macular Degeneration and the professionals who support them. Enjoy all 15 videos at this AMD Living Series playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9NrfqK32XobYuEv2iJ2aCJNivt-xy9BJ

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AMD Living: Tips, Tricks, & Tools for Daily Life with Macular Degeneration Low Vision Occupational Therapist Beth Daisy, from Future in Sight, offers tips and tricks for modifications and tools that help maximize your vision if you ...

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Accessible Art Helps Older Adults with Vision Loss Find New Details Find out how the National Gallery of Art’s new, accessible online image descriptions, are inviting all visitors, including those with , to practice slow, looking.

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The Truth About Hydration: 7 Myths and Facts Are you confused about what—and how much—you should be drinking each day? We’ve debunked 7 common myths about hydration to shed light on this vital topic.

Great to see NPR highlight member InTandem and it's incredible program. InTandem Cycling is a non-profit whose mission is to provide tandem cycling programs to people who are blind, have low vision, or cannot ride independently due to other disabilities.
Enjoy this short NPR news segment: https://www.npr.org/2024/07/02/nx-s1-5018682/nonprofit-pairs-sighted-riders-with-visually-impaired-riders-on-tandem-bikes-for-free

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Nonprofit pairs sighted riders with visually impaired riders on tandem bikes for free Riders who participate in InTandem Cycling in New York find out it's more than just riding a bike and more than just exercise. It's socialization, good for your mental health and its teamwork.

Thanks National Council on Aging!

How Vision Rehabilitation Can Strengthen Key Life Skills VisionServe Alliance President and CEO Lee Nasehi explains how vision rehabilitation can help strengthen specific independent living skills to help people living with blindness or low vision live their best life.

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Decibel Chart: What You Need to Know The sounds you hear everyday have the power to harm your hearing irreversibly. Learn more about sound and its impact on your ears with this guide.

Medicare Should Help People With Low Vision If Medicare covers rehabilitation services provided by physical therapists, why doesn’t Medicare cover vision rehabilitation services provided by low vision therapists, vision rehabilitation therapists, or orientation and mobility specialists? Medicare currently does not cover assistive devices an...

Get your free reports today! As ends, we share insights from the Big Data Project Reports on the dramatic increase in hearing loss reported among adults living with blindness and low vision. How dramatic? At the national level, hearing impairment is reported by 33.3% of adults 65+ with vision impairment compared to 13.8% without vision impairment. For adults 18-64, hearing impairment is reported by 16.2% with vision impairment versus 3.4% without vision impairment - and data can vary significantly by state and at the county level. Download your free National Big Data Reports today at https://visionservealliance.org/big-data-project-insights/

These differences are staggering, and just one of the crucial insights in the Big Data national and state reports, which also highlight profound differences in other chronic health conditions, disability factors, and quality of life - and the Working-Age Adult reports provide data across eight employment categories.

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Big Data Project Insights VisionServe Alliance provides Big Data Reports with groundbreaking insights about blindness and low vision among adults 65+.

There's a tremendous increase in hearing impairment reported by adults living with vision loss - adults who also face a dramatic increase in the risk of falls. So greatly appreciate the National Council on Aging for continuing to provide crucial education and vital resources to raise awareness of these issues that substantially impact safety, independence, and quality of life. THANK YOU!

Take Care of Your Vision and Hearing for Falls Prevention Being able to see and hear well are important for good balance. Follow these tips to make sure your eyes and ears are reducing your risk of falling.

How to Live Well with Low Vision, Blindness, and Vision Impairment VisionServe Alliance President and CEO Lee Nasehi explains the difference between visual impairment, low vision, and blindness to help link you with the right prevention, treatment, and rehab options.

Excited to welcome our newest member - Missouri School for the Blind – Outreach Department, located in St. Louis, MO.

Missouri School for the Blind offers educational and outreach services for legally blind Missouri children from birth through age 21 and their families. MSB is operated by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education of the State of Missouri, and its services are free of charge. Learn more at msb.dese.mo.gov/outreach-services

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Thank you Helen Keller Services

Today, we celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of Helen Keller, born on June 27th. Helen Keller was a pioneering advocate for individuals with disabilities, overcoming her own challenges of being DeafBlind to become an author, lecturer, and activist. Her work has inspired countless people around the world to recognize the potential within everyone, regardless of their abilities.

Helen Keller's extraordinary achievements include graduating from Radcliffe College, being a co-founder of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and advocating for disability rights, women's suffrage, and labor rights. Her perseverance and dedication to advocacy have left an indelible mark on history.

As we commemorate DeafBlind Awareness Week from June 23rd to June 30th, we reflect on Helen Keller's enduring impact. The theme for 2024 is Diverse Journeys, Shared Aspirations, highlighting how the Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) partners with DeafBlind individuals to help them navigate life's pathways toward greater independence, meaningful employment, and personal milestones.

Join us in celebrating Helen Keller’s legacy and the incredible achievements of the DeafBlind community. Visit HelenKeller.org/DBAW24 to download our social graphic, share it with the hashtag , and explore our free resources.

Together, we can foster greater understanding, inclusivity, and support for the DeafBlind community.

Image Description: A photo of Helen Keller with the quote, “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart” overlaid in white text.

How to Help Adults Living with Blindness and Low Vision This new toolkit from the Aging and Vision Loss National Coalition offers useful tips for working with adults with blindness and vision loss, including blindness etiquette, and includes Images to simulate what your clients may see if they are living with specific eye diseases.

Thanks National Council on Aging for sharing crucial information about hearing loss. Big Data Project reports confirm that 33.3% of adults 65+ living with vision impairment also report hearing impairment compared to 13.8% of adults 65+ without vision impairment. These factors combined can lead to increased anxiety, isolation, and depression. Enjoy this amazing NCOA article, then check-out the Big Data Project Reports to see startling insights on a broad range of chronic conditions faced by adults 65+. bit.ly/BDP65

Hearing Loss Is More Common Than Diabetes. Why Aren’t We Addressing It? Hearing loss is a silent condition common to millions of Americans. Find statistics, who’s at risk, & steps to take.

During we honor Helen Keller, the humanitarian, author, and educator and all people living with vision and hearing loss.

Older Adults with Low Vision: Characteristics and How to Help New insights into older adult with low vision reveal disparities and the importance of support. Referrals to a local vision rehabilitation agency can improve their quality of life.

Crucial conversations are happening across the country initiated at our recent Focused on the Future conference. Leaders came together to discuss almost 50 vital topics, challenges, and opportunities in our field. Attendees shared experiences, best practices and strategies for success. Enjoy our 2024 Leadership Conference Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voLonQE7SqQ and access the video with audio descriptions/captions here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxoWWpJujEI

VisionServe Alliance The Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School Future In Sight Lighthouse Louisiana Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina World Services for the Blind Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired JBI The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio

VSA 2024 Leadership Conference Video Attendees share information about the VisionServe Alliance 2024 Focused on the Future 2024 Leadership Conference. An audio described/caption version is avail...

Join Jamie Notter - Culture Strategist & Author - and VisionServe Alliance for the "Creating a Positive Mission Culture to Reduce the High Cost of Employee Turnover" Webinar, on June 26, at 3 pm EDT.

The median voluntary turnover rate among nonprofits is currently 13%. This affects organizations significantly, creating losses in productivity, knowledge/skills, and unrealized potential. Jamie Notter - Keynote speaker at our 2023 Austin conference - will discuss strategies for creating a strong culture that nurtures employees, reduces turnover, and facilitates future planning.

Learn more and register for the webinar today at bit.ly/notterculture. Learn more about Jamie Notter at: propelnow.co/

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Creating a Positive Mission Culture to Reduce the High Cost of Employee Turnover. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. The median voluntary turnover rate among nonprofits is currently 13%. This affects companies greatly, costing them losses in productivity, knowledge/skills, and unrealized potential. Author and well-known presenter, Jamie Notter, who spoke about creating a culture of innovation at our conference las...

Support our vital work! Please consider supporting VisionServe Alliance so we can continue all of our year long initiatives that advance the BVI community, strengthen leaders and organizations and so much more. A donation of any amount can make a difference. bit.ly/supportvsa

VisionServe Alliance is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) so donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Thank you!

Special thanks our Vision Rehabilitation Week sponsor Johnson & Johnson for your tremendous support of the first and for helping us continue to spread the word and connect people with life-changing services all year long.

Learn more about Johnson & Johnson's innovative work at janssen-pharmaceutical-companies-of-johnson-and-johnson/. Visit bit.ly/VRW2024 to locate vision rehabilitation services in your area, information and resources. Our Toolkit at bit.ly/VRWToolkitit makes is so easy spread the word!

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Celebrating fathers on this special day!

Imagine a career where you can transform lives every day - helping people with low vision and blindness navigate and connect with their world, enjoy rewarding careers, and increase safety, confidence, and independence to thrive.

Join a field of talented, skilled, dedicated, and compassionate professionals who provide Vision Rehabilitation programs and services at incredible agencies across the US! Learn more at aerbvi.org, acvrep.org, successbeyondsight.org, and VisionServeAlliance.org. Enjoy this
National Council on Aging article: How Vision Rehabilitation Changes Lives at https://www.ncoa.org/article/how-vision-rehabilitation-changes-lives

It's - please help us spread the word to let people know about tremendous opportunities in the Vision Rehabilitation field and to help us connect more people with life-changing programs and services. Visit bit.ly/VRW2024 to locate vision rehabilitation services in your area, information and resources. Our Toolkit at bit.ly/VRWToolkitit makes is so easy spread the word!

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Thanks National Council on Aging for continually providing vital education, resources, and support for so many adults living with blindness and low vision - and for connecting them with these transformative services!

Older Adults with Low Vision: Characteristics and How to Help New insights into older adult with low vision reveal disparities and the importance of support. Referrals to a local vision rehabilitation agency can improve their quality of life.

Help Older Adults W/Low Vision Strengthen Medical Care Relationships Referrals to a local vision rehabilitation agency can improve the quality of life of people with blindness or low vision, especially by strengthening medical care relationships. Here's how.

Thanks for sharing information that helps people with low vision and blindness access vision rehabilitation employment services to enhance their careers.

How Does Assistive Technology Help People Living with Vision Loss? Assistive technology and adaptive equipment, like screen readers and voice assistants, can help people living with vision loss navigate daily tasks, improve communication, and more.

Thrilled to share this incredible resource.

Healthy Vision: Watch out for your vision | National Eye Institute This 32-page booklet will help you understand the steps that you can take to protect your vision. It has information about: • Common eye diseases and vision problems • Comprehensive eye exams • Eye health myths and facts • Tips for talking to your doctor • Eye health glossary • Helpful e...

THANK YOU to the most talented, skilled, dedicated, and compassionate professionals who provide Vision Rehabilitation programs and services! These incredible specialists help people with low vision and blindness navigate and connect with their world, and increase their safety, confidence, and independence to achieve their life goals and live full and rich lives.

It's - please help us spread the word to celebrate these dedicated professionals and to connect more people with life-changing programs and services. Visit bit.ly/VRW2024 to locate vision rehabilitation services in your area, information and resources. Our Toolkit at bit.ly/VRWToolkitit makes is so easy spread the word!

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VisionServe Alliance Engage leaders in building a better world through services to people with vision loss.