[Ct-nfb] FW: [NFBAffiliatePresidents] 2012National DisabilityPolicy Discussions

Thu Aug 16 13:29:03 UTC 2012

Suzanne, this may be a good idea for Ann to help with work supplies? Beth 

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From: ct-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:ct-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Suzanne Westhaver
Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2012 9:12 PM
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DisabilityPolicy Discussions

oak Hill is a good idea for grants as are the NFB CT tech grant.  I didn't 
think of suggesting it but received both which greatly helped me in my 
journey.

Coccomo Foundation (through oak Hill) was  extremely generous as I applied 
For a grant and they granted me even more than I applied for- great 
organization that I will not forget for supporting me and believing in my 
ability.
The NFB has done the same- I have been very blessed with the support I 
received to get to success.

I know Rich will rock on though.  He's a positive thinker and sets me right 
whenevver I stray from the path.

-----Original Message----- 
From: Justin Salisbury
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Suzanne:

I, too, sent him a message off-list with similar advice.  The general idea 
is that we should find a way to adapt rather than seek individualized 
environmental modifications.

In general, in a case like this, I suggest trying BESB for a screen reader 
and perhaps going to Oak Hill for consultation.  If you still wind up 
without a screen reader, try applying for a Coccomo Quarterly Grant through 
our affiliate to request a screen reader.  If BESB will get it for you, that

needs to be the first priority, but other support networks exist, too, as a 
last resort if BESB refuses.

Justin

Justin M. Salisbury
Class of 2012
B.A. in Mathematics
East Carolina University
president at alumni.ecu.edu

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change

the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."    -MARGARET MEAD
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From: ct-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org [ct-nfb-bounces at nfbnet.org] on behalf of 
Suzanne Westhaver [swesthaver at comcast.net]
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Rich, I think you need to adjust it on your own computer.
Maybe you should request BESB provide you JAWS or Window Eyes and some 
retraining if your vision is getting so bad.

Braille might be helpful too if you are open to it.

Peace, my friend.

From: Richard McGaffin<mailto:rmcgaffin at snet.net>
Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2012 11:54 AM
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Brian''Sigman<mailto:Brian.Sigman at ct.gov> ; 'Steve 
Famiglietti'<mailto:famigliettis at ciboakhill.org>
Subject: Re: [Ct-nfb] FW: [NFBAffiliatePresidents] 2012 National 
DisabilityPolicy Discussions

Dear friends if it's at all possible in the future please try to make your 
e-mail messages bold when you send them the size of the font is fine, but 
unfortunately because my vision is getting worse I can't read the messages 
unless they're darker.

Thanks

Rich

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2012 National Disability Policy Discussions
Education, Employment, and the Civil Rights of
People with Disabilities

"Ensuring Our Voices Are Heard in the Policy Discussion"

The National Federation of the Blind will be hosting policy discussions on
the education, employment, and civil rights of people with disabilities
during the upcoming Republican and Democratic national conventions.  Public
policies and laws affecting people with disabilities have a profound impact
throughout our entire society.  Most people know someone who has a
disability.  It may be a friend, a family member, or a coworker.  Many
others will experience disability at some point in their lives, especially
as life expectancy increases.  The social and economic consequences of
disability therefore have some impact on all of us.  Our nation's potential
policy leaders will be determined through the political process taking place
at these conventions, and we want to ensure that they are aware of our
policy concerns.

Individuals who would like to participate on a policy panel should contact
Anil Lewis at 
Alewis at nfb.org<http://us.mc1849.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=Alewis@nfb.org>
<mailto:Alewis at nfb.org<http://us.mc1849.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=Alewis@
nfb.org>> 
or (410) 659-9314,
extension 2374.

Limited seating is available.  Individuals wishing to attend either of these
events should RSVP as soon as possible by emailing
AHammerbacher at nfb.org<http://us.mc1849.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=AHammerb
acher at nfb.org><mailto:AHammerbacher at nfb.org<http://us.mc1849.mail.yahoo.com/
mc/compose?to=AHammerbacher at nfb.org>>.

The location, date, and time of each forum are as follows:

Republican National Convention
Armani's at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Democratic National Convention
Charlotte City Club
121 West Trade Street# 3100, Charlotte, NC 28202
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
3 p.m.-5 p.m.

At this pivotal moment, when the policy leaders of this great nation are
being determined, it is essential that our voices are being heard.  If you
are attending either convention, you should be attending the National
Disability Policy Discussions.

Mr. Anil Lewis, M.P.A.
Director of Strategic Communications

"Eliminating Subminimum Wages for People with Disabilities"
http://www.nfb.org/fairwages

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland   21230

(410) 659-9314 ext. 2374 (Voice)
(410) 685-5653 (FAX)
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