Episode Notes ACB has experienced recent success working directly with individual exercise and fitness manufacturers to enhance accessibility. These efforts have proved that there are not fundamental barriers to increasing accessibility for exercise and fitness equipment. The time is right for a uniform framework to provide equal access to exercise and fitness equipment. Join Clark Rachfal, ACB’s Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs, to learn how the Exercise and Fitness for All Act wil...
Feb 12, 2021•59 min
Healthy for You Plus More: Today we will be talking about ways to get important nutrients into your diet. These come in the form of Protein, which doesn’t necessarily have to be meat, Greens, which isn’t limited to only mean salads, and Fiber. Hayley hopes you will join her to delve deeper into these topics and choose for yourself what might be one healthy habit you are willing to incorporate into your life over the next couple of weeks, until we meet again. Disclaimer: The purpose of this group...
Feb 11, 2021•56 min
# LUA is delighted to welcome NLS Director Karen Kenninger to this LUA Link call. Karen joined us exactly a year ago for our first LUA Link call, and she returns to us shortly before her upcoming retirement. As is our tradition with Karen, she will answer submitted written questions first, and then open the floor to Zoom attendees.
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Last year, ACB advocated for accessible transportation and environmental access provisions to be included in the reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Act. This advocacy lead to the introduction of the Disability Access to Transportation Act. Join Clark Rachfal, ACB’s Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs, to learn more about this critical legislation and how it will improve transportation and environmental access for people who are blind and experiencing vision loss. Sponsored b...
Feb 10, 2021•57 min
Since 2013, ACB has advocated for coverage of low vision devices. On average, it takes eight years for a bill to become a law, so this might be the year! Join Clark Rachfal, ACB’s Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs to learn about the Medicare Demonstration of Coverage for Low Vision Devices Act. Sponsored by the ACB Advocacy Steering Committee
Feb 10, 2021•56 min
We will continue our discussion on journaling. CHALLENGE for this week: scene. Indoor or outdoor. Is there a sense of joy, sadness, fear, ??? We want to experience what you and, or your character is feeling, sensing, smelling,, touching... Genre is Open. Have fun with this and come share your success. We are doing this together.
Feb 09, 2021•56 min
If you are in process of or considering applying for an ACB scholarship, join us as we walk you through the process and answer all your burning questions. Completed scholarships are due February 15, 2021. Sponsored by the ACB Scholarship Committee
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 9 min
Have you ever wondered about your family dynamics and why some family members seem to take on certain roles or have expectations while others have differing roles / expectations? Learn how roles are assigned, why they are assigned and how to work within your assigned role. Learn what happens when people go outside of their assigned roles. Join Jessie L. Rayl, Ed.D. for this psychoeducational presentation to learn and share. Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is no...
Feb 09, 2021•43 min
Magic Mac is excited to welcome Allison Sheridan from Podfeet.com and the Nosillacast podcast. A knowledgeable Mac user, Allison has come to recognize the importance of accessibility and includes the use of Voice Over in her reviews of software in her podcasts whenever possible. Please join us for an interview and Q&A with this fabulous and funny podcaster. Find Allison’s podcasts at: www.podfeet.com or subscribe to the Nosillacast on your favorite podcatcher and come ready to ask her your M...
Feb 09, 2021•59 min
Come to learn about and discuss various technology topics. These could include learning about iPhone and iPad apps, feature demonstrations, as well as answering questions asked by participants. Shawn Thiel from ACB of Ohio will do his best to ensure that audio from the iOS device, computer, Victor Reader stream, Etc. is put through his mixer to be as clear as possible.# Episode Notes Notes go here
Feb 09, 2021•56 min
Jean Marcley, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader (CLYL), will lead this class in laughter, playfulness, breathing, and meditation- describing what we are doing thoroughly as she too is blind. Benefits are stress relief, pain relief, and feeling happy!
Feb 09, 2021•59 min
Come take a “wok” on the wild side with us! Our second International Cuisine Recipe Swap is all Chinese delights. So get your chopsticks ready, and come stir up some great recipes! You might even be lucky to find a good fortune!
Feb 09, 2021•55 min
Kindling Your Imagination: If you are an iPhone or iPad user, you won’t want to miss this episode as Cheryl shows us how to use the Kindle app with these devices.
Feb 08, 2021•55 min
Vispero Presentation: Join Jeff Bazer as he shares all about stand-alone OCR devices. Sponsored by Vispero
Feb 08, 2021•58 min
ACB Radio Round Table: Come meet with us! Sometimes we just hang out. We answer your questions and tell you about what’s new, how we’re changing, what’s coming up.
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr
Seacret for Living Well: With staying healthy being at the forefront of everyone's mind, come learn how using natural supplements can help boost your immune system!
Feb 07, 2021•54 min
Games To Play With Lady A!: If you enjoy playing games as much as Lucy, you will want to join her for a discussion of what games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. We will discuss new games every time, and feel free to bring games of your own to the discussion.
Feb 07, 2021•52 min
It’s Electric: Connect with us for current info about those small kitchen appliances we love so much: Instant Pots, air fryers, slow cookers, and more! Let's share our favorite appliances, tips, resources and recipes!
Feb 07, 2021•59 min
It’s Play Time: Meka and Cindy welcome you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Jan 31, 2021•55 min
Healthy for You: What does your version of healthy look like ? Are your fitness and eating goals setting you up for success? Are you aware of what your options are and how to get started? So, let’s talk about some ways to improve your food choices, plan healthy meals, and share a few recipes. This call will be every other week as we explore a variety of topics including dairy free options, getting in more greens, smoothies vs. juicing and more. To get the content and recipes from the call, pleas...
Jan 31, 2021•1 hr
An Introduction to Microsoft Word: This week we will be taking a brief look at Microsoft Word, talking about navigation, offering basic information, and taking questions from you. Come prepared for a wonderful world of word.
Jan 31, 2021•50 min
# Prep for Success: Meal Preparation is very important. Join us as we examine several views on how this can be done.
Jan 31, 2021•58 min
Technology Learning Lab: Come to learn about and discuss various technology topics. These could include learning about iPhone and iPad apps, feature demonstrations, as well as answering questions asked by participants. Shawn Thiel from ACB of Ohio will do his best to ensure that audio from the iOS device, computer, Victor Reader stream, Etc. is put through his mixer to be as clear as possible.
Jan 31, 2021•54 min
Leadership Training – Finding Your Fiscal Way: Do you know what it takes to protect your affiliate, your officers, and your members? Nancy Becker, Financial Officer for ACB, and Tony Stephens, ACB Director of Development join the ACB Leadership Training team with information around this very important topic, including what documents are needed to keep your affiliate safe and legal. Sponsored by the Berl Colley Leadership Institute
Jan 31, 2021•52 min
Magic Mac: On this episode, Tyson, Jason and Katie welcome our first guest. Kliph Miller of the Tech juggernaut will talk about his journey into mac computing and teaching about Mac OS. Then we will hold an open tech call with the team answering all your Mac questions.
Jan 31, 2021•58 min
kindling your imagination: we will be delving in to the operation of the kindle fire and maybe the iPhone kindle app. This is our second event in this series.
Jan 31, 2021•55 min
Health care checkup team is proud to announce the change of the letter T from tools to trauma for 2021. During the first of this year-long series, we will discuss what defines trauma, the cause-and-effect on our physiological Systems, Our mental status, and different resources we will be introducing to help deal with the many different traumas. We will have a musical therapist joining on this call to demonstrate how music is used in all aspects of healing from various traumas to improve recovery...
Jan 31, 2021•55 min
Out of Sight Adventures: Come join the out of sight adventure crew in travelling to the good ol’ South of the USA to Atlanta Georgia. We will make sure to stop for a good old juicy Burger and hot dog but we cannot forget to go see the world of Coca Cola and experience the beautiful Georgia aquarium and so many more historical Locations throughout the city. We can also stop in to experience a braves game a falcons game, or hawks game.
Jan 31, 2021•56 min
An Introduction to Windows Keyboard Commands: In this class we will be covering universal windows keyboard commands so that you can better navigate windows. You do not need to be a user of a particular screen reader to join.
Jan 31, 2021•53 min
It’s Play Time: Meka and Cindy welcome you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games, laughter, and maybe even some surprises.
Jan 31, 2021•54 min
