From g.moreno1950 at outlook.com Thu Sep 3 13:18:14 2026 From: g.moreno1950 at outlook.com (gerald moreno) Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2026 13:18:14 +0000 Subject: [Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Chapter] FW: Ablr Works Highlights for September In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This email is sent from a mailbox we use for sending messages only. If you would like to contact us, please reach out directly to: Marlon Stover, President stovermd7 at gmail.com 980-253-1896 Shemika Robinson, vice-President shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com 704-606-3020 Begin forwarded message: From: Logan Passey > Date: September 2, 2026 at 8:03:16 AM EDT To: shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com Subject: Ablr Works Highlights for September Reply-To: Logan.Passey at ablr360.com  [Visit Ablr Works' website] Focus on Employment - Ablr Works Newsletter [Read Paws on the Pavement, Shannon’s decision to get a guide dog] Paws on the Pavement: How Shannon Garner knew it was time for a guide dog What does freedom feel like? Sometimes, it has four paws and a harness. Shannon Garner’s journey with guide dogs began with a feeling she couldn’t forget: the freedom of simply taking off and moving forward. From losing her vision at six years old to nine incredible years with her first guide dog, Tracker, and now a new adventure with Tennessee, Shannon shares a deeply personal story about independence, advocacy, trust, and change. Read Shannon’s story and discover why a guide dog isn’t a replacement for independence, but another powerful piece of it. Read Paws on the Pavement: How Shannon knew it was time for a guide dog. Ablr Futures Academy: A New High School Pathway We’re excited to introduce the new Ablr Futures Academy pathway, designed to help students with visual impairments build the skills, confidence, and experiences they need for life after high school. Students can join at any point and choose the curriculum that best fits their goals. Classes begin September 16th! Discover Explore careers, identify strengths, and build self-advocacy skills. Build Develop workplace readiness, job-seeking, financial literacy, and independent living skills. Launch Choose a College or Employment pathway focused on preparing for the next step after high school. Lead Eligible students can gain leadership and teaching experience through the Ablr Fellows program. All programs include 24 weeks of virtual, one-hour weekly sessions, with flexible options to make up missed sessions. Explore Ablr Futures Academy & Apply Ablr Adult Program Dates and News! We are excited to share our upcoming training opportunities designed to help you build valuable skills and prepare to enter the workforce. Whether you are interested in learning how to leverage artificial intelligence, strengthening your technology skills, or pursuing a career in digital accessibility, there is a course for you! 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I encourage you to dress professionally and bring your resume to the job fairs. 2026 Job Fair Information - NCCB Part Time Job Fair | Career Center | UNC Charlotte Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, and have a great day! Best regards, Demetrius Davis Business Services Representative Division of Services for the Blind NC Department of Health and Human Services Office (Sorenson VP): 980-785-0495 Fax: 980-296-6869 demetrius.davis at dhhs.nc.gov 5501 Executive Center Drive, Suite 102 Charlotte, NC 28212 NCDHHS provides essential services to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Learn more about NCDHHS initiatives and priorities. Learn more at Medicaid.ncdhhs.gov. Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn ________________________________ Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties by an authorized State official. 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If you would like to contact us, please reach out directly to: Marlon Stover, President stovermd7 at gmail.com 980-253-1896 Shemika Robinson, vice-President shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com 704-606-3020 https://www.meta.com/ai-glasses/blind-visually-impaired/ From g.moreno1950 at outlook.com Tue Sep 8 11:54:16 2026 From: g.moreno1950 at outlook.com (gerald moreno) Date: Tue, 8 Sep 2026 11:54:16 +0000 Subject: [Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Chapter] Hadley Presents: Watching TV with Vision Loss: What Can Help In-Reply-To: <3B50CCA3-ADA1-4A3E-B278-39DF941E08C2@gmail.com> References: <6e0e0a44-0546-4c7a-b0dd-7a4b3a2b667b@iad4s12mta0221.xt.local> <3B50CCA3-ADA1-4A3E-B278-39DF941E08C2@gmail.com> Message-ID: This email is sent from a mailbox we use for sending messages only. If you would like to contact us, please reach out directly to: Marlon Stover, President stovermd7 at gmail.com 980-253-1896 Shemika Robinson, vice-President shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com 704-606-3020 Begin forwarded message: From: Listen to Hadley Presents > Date: September 5, 2026 at 5:04:33 PM EDT To: shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com Subject: Hadley Presents: Watching TV with Vision Loss: What Can Help Reply-To: Hadley Presents >  Watching TV can get frustrating when vision changes, but a few adjustments can make a difference. New Watching TV with Vision Loss: What Can Help Watching TV can get frustrating when vision changes, but a few adjustments can make a difference. The Hadley team talks about simple changes to your setup, easier ways to manage remotes and menus, and options like audio description that can help you enjoy your favorite shows. Click to Listen Now In case you missed these other episodes: Cooking After Vision Loss In this encore episode, we chat with and learn from members of the Hadley community. Dia Kraft and Don Pojman share their own tips and tricks for continuing to cook despite having lost some vision. Staying Active with Vision Loss Missing walking, running, or just spending more time outdoors because of vision loss? Hear how one Hadley member found his way back through Achilles International, and learn how guides, community, and a little encouragement can help you get moving again. Resource mentioned in the podcast: Achilles International Tech Tools for Vision Loss, From Low to High Tech Encore episode. Ever wonder which tools professionals with vision loss use in their daily lives? Wonder no more! Join Sam Seavey, creator of The Blind Life YouTube channel, as he shares the tools he loves. Website mentioned in the podcast: The Blind Life YouTube Channel All Episodes [Hadley Presents] Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. [Facebook] [YouTube] [LinkedIn] [Hadley Presents] 700 Elm Street Winnetka, Illinois 60093 800-323-4238 | HadleyHelps.org This email was sent by: Hadley 700 Elm Street, Winnetka, IL, 60093 US Unsubscribe Manage Email Preferences Unsubscribe -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From g.moreno1950 at outlook.com Wed Sep 9 16:56:35 2026 From: g.moreno1950 at outlook.com (gerald moreno) Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2026 16:56:35 +0000 Subject: [Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Chapter] Discover practical tools to manage stress with confidence In-Reply-To: <0C7C29CE-2D6E-4FA0-AC33-97E95DC77337@gmail.com> References: <0C7C29CE-2D6E-4FA0-AC33-97E95DC77337@gmail.com> Message-ID: This email is sent from a mailbox we use for sending messages only. If you would like to contact us, please reach out directly to: Marlon Stover, President stovermd7 at gmail.com 980-253-1896 Shemika Robinson, vice-President shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com 704-606-3020 From: Donna Jean Breece > Date: September 8, 2026 at 2:34:42 PM EDT To: Marlon Stover > Subject: Favor Requested  Good afternoon, Marlon, I hope that you are doing well. I have a favor to ask. Would you mind sharing this on the listserv? I would appreciate it so much! Donna Jean Breece Discover practical tools to manage stress with confidence. This four‑session online group is designed specifically for blind and low‑vision adults. We’ll explore stress triggers, learn coping skills, strengthen communication, and build a personalized stress‑management plan. Each session offers a supportive space to learn, practice, and connect. I am legally blind myself, with less than 10 degrees of central vision, and I understand firsthand how stress can affect daily life for people with vision loss. I’m offering this group as part of the requirements for completing my counseling degree, and I’m committed to creating a space that is accessible, respectful, and genuinely helpful. Space is limited to six participants to keep the group supportive, personal, and interactive. If you’re interested in joining at no cost, call or text Donna Jean Breece at (980) 263‑9282. I’m a therapist/student intern at the North Carolina Youth Violence Prevention Center. (For individual counseling referrals, contact Emily Locklear at emily.locklear at ncyvpc.org or 910‑674‑9732.) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Below are links to materials for the session: · Webinar Recording · Updated Slides · Webinar Q&A · NC MedHeLP Flyer (English) (Spanish) If you missed Part 1 of the webinar on HR1 changes in NC, here are the materials: · Webinar Recording · Slides · Webinar Q&A We apologize for the technical problems with the live Spanish interpretation for Part 2 of the webinar series. We continue to work on a Spanish translation of the recorded session and will send that via email to registrants when it is available. Thank you for registering for this webinar. Note: If you have trouble accessing the slides or recording, please contact NHeLP's Operations Team at webinars at healthlaw.org Thank you! NHeLP To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to webinar-updates+unsubscribe at healthlaw.org. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Begin forwarded message: From: TTJ Tech Services > Date: September 11, 2026 at 2:58:24 AM EDT To: shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com Subject: Wondering About Apple’s New Software? We’ve Got You Covered! Reply-To: TTJ Tech Services >  On Monday, September 14, 2026, Apple will release version 27 of all its major software platforms, including iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, macOS, and more. At TTJ, we’ve been putting this new software through its paces for some time now, and we’re ready to show it to you! From the new Siri AI and Apple Intelligence features, to new intelligent Voiceover enhancements and much more, we are so excited to discuss, demonstrate, and help you learn all the great new features. Beginning Monday September 14, check back throughout the day for multiple new podcast episodes covering many new features. You can find links to the podcast directly on our website, or simply search your favorite podcast platform for TTJ Tech Talk. Then, join us on Tuesday 09/15 at 2PM Eastern Time, as we discuss and take questions about all the new software in our Tuesdays With TTJ Zoom session. As always, it’s free to join, and you can find the link on the free resources page of our website, as well as on our seasonal training calendar. Got questions? Email info at ttjtech.biz. God bless you, and see you next week. — Made with Universe. Create a website in minutes. Get started for free. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From g.moreno1950 at outlook.com Wed Sep 16 11:11:54 2026 From: g.moreno1950 at outlook.com (gerald moreno) Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:11:54 +0000 Subject: [Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Chapter] FW: Be careful before downloading iOS 27 In-Reply-To: <0FFF14B7-26CD-4D5D-90C0-706A12F024FF@gmail.com> References: <0ED503A7-364E-4567-8AA3-33561478081D@gmail.com> <0FFF14B7-26CD-4D5D-90C0-706A12F024FF@gmail.com> Message-ID: This email is sent from a mailbox we use for sending messages only. If you would like to contact us, please reach out directly to: Marlon Stover, President stovermd7 at gmail.com 980-253-1896 Shemika Robinson, vice-President shemikarobinson33 at gmail.com 704-606-3020 From: Doug Curley , MAB iPhone group Subject: Be careful before downloading iOS 27 Hello, If you have not downloaded iOS 27 yet, I strongly suggest that you do not do so at this time. While your apps may work as they have in the past, there seems to be some issues involving voiceover and volume. Another problem I have just encountered is that the speaking rate on my phone, an iPhone 16e, for voiceover when in the Mail app has dramatically, reduced the speaking rate. According to the rotor settings, it is still set at my preferred speed, even though it is not speaking at that rate, but it will not let me re-adjust it. When I leave mail, my VoiceOver does return to the proper speaking rate, so it appears to be limited to this app. Another piece of information you may be interested in knowing is that the promised improvements to Siri are not available on all models of phones. This is not out of the ordinary for new features when the latest version of iOS is released and, if you have a newer phone, you may. Not experience this issue. For now, that is all I have discovered. I will let you know if Moore items pop up. Doug Curley -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From g.moreno1950 at outlook.com Wed Sep 16 11:20:31 2026 From: g.moreno1950 at outlook.com (gerald moreno) Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:20:31 +0000 Subject: [Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Chapter] NC State Convention 2026 Message-ID: National Federation of the Blind Of North Carolina 57th Annual Convention September 17th-20th, 2026 Sheraton Four Seasons Hotel, Greensboro In case of an emergency please notify Sharon Weddington at 704 302-7308. We would like to thank the Women's Club of Burlington for assisting us with various tasks around the hotel! National Representative, Jessica Beecham Thursday, September 17th 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM Convention Check in Must have name tags to get into meetings. ALL MEETINGS WILL BE HELD IN THE CEDAR ROOM. 6:00 PM Fun and Games Friday September 18th 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM Convention Check in 9:00 AM General Session Invocation - Vernon Richmond Pledge of Allegiance - Vernon Richmond NFB Pledge-Angela Haynes 9:30 AM Welcome 10:00 AM "IFB Solutions Remote Employment Opportunities"-Shannon Satterfield, Director of Staffing Operations for the Workforce Services Division, IFB Solutions 10:30 AM "Disability Rights and Community Access." - Drew Fabricius, Attorney, Disability Rights of North Carolina 11:00 AM "Let's Get Moving"-Jessica Beecham 11:30 AM "Everything You've Always Wanted to Ask an Orientation and Mobility Instructor but Didn't Have One to Interrogate." -Jack Mitchell, Orientation and Mobility Instructor, Greensboro Industries of the Blind 12:00 PM Lunch 1:30 PM Nominating Committee Report-Marlon Stover, Second Vice President 2:00 PM "Do you want to be a millionaire?" Sharon Weddington Business Enterprise Program 2:30 PM Meet Our New Camp Dogwood Director, Lee Jones 3:00 PM "GMS is Alive and Well even with Bats in our Belfrey!" Kathy Segers-Superintendent, Governor Morehead School 3:30 pm "The Role of Vision Rehabilitation," Fay Tripp: Occupational Therapist, Vision Rehabilitation & Performance Duke Eye Center 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Convention Check In 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM: Exhibit Hall Location: COLONY ROOM Saturday September 19th 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM Convention Check In 9:00 AM General Session Welcome Invocation-Allen Grant Remembrance National Update-Jessica Beecham Secretary's Report-Liz Arcabacio Treasurer's Report-Seth Lamkin President's Report-Sharon Weddington Committee Reports 12:00 PM Lunch 1:30 PM Chapter Reports Basket Auction Elections Adjourn 6:30 PM Banquet Invocation-Patricia Tesnear Welcome Dinner Introduction of Head Table-Marlon Stover, Second Vice President Scholarship Presentation-Gloria Thomas Silent Auction-Donna Permar Banquet Address-Jessica Beecham Pledge Drive 50/50 Drawing-Larry Herring, First Vice President NFB of NC Officers and Board of Directors President: Sharon Weddington First Vice President: Larry Herring Second Vice President: Marlon Stover Secretary: Elizabeth Arcabascio Treasurer: Seth Lamkin Directors Allen Grant Angela Haynes Donna Permar Gerald Moreno Gloria Thomas Vernon Richmond Jerry Moreno g.moreno1950 at outlook.com 704-241-2205 The happiest people don't have the best of everything - they just make The best of everything they have... 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