[BlindTlk] NFB Centers

[Danielle Ledet]

then I think training at an NFB center would be a great choice!

On 7/20/21, Jen via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi Judy,
>
> I get your point about housekeeping. But I have had limited orientation and
> mobility and cooking training. In regard to orientation and mobility, I have
> never lived near public transportation so haven't had opportunities to cross
> streets. Also, problem-solving is a huge weak spot for me.
>
> On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, 05:26:51 PM EDT, Judy Jones via BlindTlk
> <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
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> Hi, Jen,
>
> No, it is not necessary to attend an NFB center in order to become
> proficient at housekeeping, but the centers are great, and if you can attend
> one, you will gain a lot of life-long knowledge.
>
> Definitely check out the flylady.net site and get on board with some of
> their suggestions for people seriously wanting to organize and begin to take
> housekeeping seriously.
>
> Also Google anything you want to know.  You may adopt a lot of techniques
> you come across, or also think up some of your own, as you get into
> exploring the how-tos.  You are not limited to any set of housekeeping
> techniques specifically for blind people.  Don't be afraid to explore and
> try.
>
> Judy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: BlindTlk <blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jen via BlindTlk
> Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2021 10:22 AM
> To: blindtlk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Jen <spiderweb1 at sbcglobal.net>
> Subject: [BlindTlk] NFB Centers
>
> Sort of a tag on my "House Cleaning thread.
>
> I am considering attending an NFB center after the pandemic. For those who
> attended, what was it like? For all of you - is it necessary to attend an
> NFB  center to become a successful, competent blind person? And are all NFB
> center graduates successful?
>
>
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