[IL-Talk] FW: Computer Class

Thu Sep 17 01:29:56 UTC 2026

Robert:

If the person who is using the computer is completely blind/visually impaired they can use Narrator to go through the start up process for the new computer on their own. It is completely accessible with a screen reader. 

Best,

Mark R. Peters
Assistive Technology Instructor 
Phone: 309-338-8102
Email: mpetersats at outlook.com
Book a meeting with me! Assistive Technology Support-Meet with Mark

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From: IL-Talk <il-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Robert Hansen via IL-Talk
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:23 PM
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Cc: Robert Hansen <hansen.robert70 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [IL-Talk] FW: Computer Class

I mean if they give you the computer right out of the box then you know I would assume you would set it up yourself. I mean I would hope they would give you a brand new computer that has not been opened. I mean I know it's frustrating and you're going to have to have the assistance with it to set it up but I don't want to hand me down computer but if it's refurbished you know I mean it's probably whatever they can give you.

Robert Hansen
Hansen.robert70 at gmail.com

On Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 1:59 PM Leslie Hamric via IL-Talk <il-talk at nfbnet.org>
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> My concerns about this class or the following: if you get a free 
> computer, would it be set up with the screen reader of your choice 
> meeting Jaws or NVDA? Who is the person teaching this class and do 
> they know what they're doing in terms of assistive technology? Maybe 
> MOPD has resources that I'm not aware of.
> Leslie Hamric
> Cello and Braille Music Teacher
> Vice-President of National Federation of the Blind of Illinois At 
> Large Chapter
>
>
> > On Sep 16, 2026, at 1:51 PM, Dan TeVelde via IL-Talk 
> > <il-talk at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
> >
> > This might be of interest to people who live in Chicago. I don't 
> > need
> the
> > class so I didn't review the attached flyer. People might want to 
> > contact MOPD directly if they have questions.
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> > Dan
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> > From: Maureen Reid <Maureen.Reid at CHICAGOLIGHTHOUSE.ORG>
> > Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:28 AM
> > Subject: FW: Computer Class
> >
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> > Wanted to share this in case it benefits you, or someone you know.
> >
> > Please see below.
> >
> >
> >
> > Maureen Reid
> >
> > Job Placement Counselor | Scholarship Coordinator  | Employment 
> > Services
> >
> > Phone: 312.997.3655
> >
> > Fax: 312.445.3640
> >
> > <http://www.chicagolighthouse.org/> www.chicagolighthouse.org
> >
> > <https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoLighthouse/timeline/?ref=ts>
> > <https://twitter.com/ChiLighthouse>
> > <https://www.youtube.com/user/chicagolighthouse>
> > <https://instagram.com/chicagolighthouse/>
> > <
> https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-chicago-lighthouse-for-people-who
> -are-
> > blind-or-visually-impaired?trk=company_logo>
> >
> >
> >
> > From: Jocelyn Romasanta <Jocelyn.Romasanta at cityofchicago.org
> > <mailto:Jocelyn.Romasanta at cityofchicago.org> >
> > Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:05 AM
> > To: Jocelyn Romasanta <Jocelyn.Romasanta at cityofchicago.org
> > <mailto:Jocelyn.Romasanta at cityofchicago.org> >
> > Cc: William Gevirtz <William.Gevirtz at cityofchicago.org
> > <mailto:William.Gevirtz at cityofchicago.org> >; Latosha Haywood 
> > <Latosha.Haywood at cityofchicago.org
> > <mailto:Latosha.Haywood at cityofchicago.org> >
> > Subject: Computer Class
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > FREE 6-WEEK BASIC COMPUTER CLASS + FREE LAPTOP!
> >
> > MOPD, in partnership with Access Living, is hosting a free, 6-week 
> > Basic Computer Skills class for Chicago residents with disabilities, 
> > ages 16-
> 59.
> > Those who complete the class
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/o+complete+the+class?entry=gmail&s
> ource=g>
> will get a free computer.
> >
> > The class will be held in person at Central West Community Center,
> located
> > at 2102 W. Ogden Avenue.
> >
> > Perks of the program:
> >
> > *                  Free 6-week course
> >
> > *                  FREE computer upon completion!
> >
> > *                  *FREE year of hotspot internet (*based on benefit
> program
> > enrollment)
> >
> > Important Dates & Schedule:
> >
> > *                  Registration Dates:
> >
> > o        October 1, 2026: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > o        October 8, 2026: from 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > *                  Class Schedule: meets every Thursday for 6 weeks
> >
> > o        October 15: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > o        October 22: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > o        October 29: 10 am
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/October+29:+10+am?entry=gmail&sour
> ce=g>-
> 12 pm
> >
> > o        November 5: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > o        November 12: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > o        November 18: 10 am- 12 pm
> >
> > Location: MOPD Central West Community Center, 2102 W. Ogden Avenue
> >
> > Eligibility:
> >
> > *                  16 to 59 years old
> >
> > *                  Live in Chicago
> >
> > *                  Have a disability
> >
> > *                  Skill Level: can use a computer to follow along with
> the
> > basic lessons
> >
> > Accessibility & Support:
> >
> > *                  Accommodations for equipment and interpreters can be
> > requested in advance. Please let us know what you need during your 
> > screening.
> >
> > If you have clients who would be a good fit, please have them 
> > contact us
> to
> > complete their screening:
> >
> > *                  Phone:  (312) 746- 5773; prompt #3
> >
> > *                  Email: MOPDCareerCenter at cityofchicago.org
> > <mailto:MOPDCareerCenter at cityofchicago.org>
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