VISAbilities
Visually Impaired Seniors’ Abilities. Each week we discuss topics of interest to people with either long time or recent sight loss or blindness.

20231006 - VISAbilities - speaking with author Annie Chiappetta.

October 6, 2023

Our series continues tonight with an author we all know and admire – Annie Chiappetta. We will be talking about her career: how she got started; what obstacles and successes she achieved; and what she is doing now to encourage others to become successful authors. Join me as I welcome Annie to VISAbilities Star Studded Series.

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20230929 - VISAbilities - wrap-up of today’s ACB Board of Directors training workshop Meeting and what to look forward to in the morning. .

September 29, 2023

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.

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20230922 - VISAbilities - Tom Sullivan.

September 22, 2023

VISAbilities – Stage & Screen Visually Impaired Seniors Series

I am excited to announce a very special series we will start off with a bang tonight.  These guests have made their careers in the entertainment industry. Whether in music, films,, on stage, authoring books, or other entertainment related fields.  There is no better way to begin this series than with just such a person who has done them all – Tom Sullivan.  From his early days at the Perkins School for the Blind throough his recent 15th book, Tom has done it all.  How did this happen? What was involved in always reaching for that next career goal? These are but a few of the questions we will tackle when Tom joins me as we get up close and personal with him tonight! All are welcome.

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20230915 - VISAbilities - Silver Stars Of ACB.

September 15, 2023

Have you been a member of ACB for at least 25 years? We want to recognize you as a Silver Star. You have given so much and accomplished so much in your lifetime both within and outside of the organization.  How do you feel about the changes that have taken place through the years? In what ways is ACB different now? If you had one piece of advice to offer to the next generation of leaders, what would it be?  Whether you are a silver star or a newer member, please join us for this lively conversation.

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20230908 - VISAbilities - State Affiliates, Oregon, California, CCLVI, GDUI, IVIE, and Leslie Spoone will talk about the ACB Media Holiday Auction.

September 8, 2023

Don’t miss a thing! All are wwelcome!

**Our State and Special interest Affiliates have a lot happening over the next few months – conventions, elections, training sessions, fundraisers, and more.  Get all the details and share your affiliate’s happenings. We will hear from  several affiliates including Oregon, California, CCLVI, GDUI, IVIE, and, of course Leslie Spoone will be with us regarding the ACB Hedia Holiday Auction. **

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20230901 - VISAbilities Annual Labor Day Party.

September 1, 2023

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!

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20230818 - VISAbilities - Announcements.

August 18, 2023

Tonight’s VISAbilities is full of announcements for upcoming events, conventions, auctions, and much more.  Bring something to take notes with, and keep on top of all the happenings.  We will have some guests to share with us. But most of all, we want and need your input.

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20230811 - VISAbilities - Seleste, the smart glasses for people with visual impairments.

August 11, 2023

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.

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20230728 - VISAbilities - how we as caregivers can continue caring for our friends and family while not forgetting to take care of ourselves.

July 28, 2023

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.

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20230721 - VISAbilities - Meet Our New Leaders.

July 21, 2023

Four Leaders in our organization were elected or appointed to new positions at this year’s ACB Convention.  Jeff Bishop, Michael Garrett, and Cecily Laney

Nipper were each elected to office.  Penny Reeder was appointed as Chair of the Board of Publications by President Deb Cook Lewis.  Get to know these men and women and their goals and aspirations for their terms of office.  This is a great opportunity, too, for you to let them know your hopes for the future. Everyone is welcome. 

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