[Massachusetts-NFB] Fwd: PYD LENS Program Details

[Justin Salisbury]

Hi Justin,

This sounds almost exactly like the program we had discussed during the summer as a proposal for MCB surplus/reallotment funding—the one for which Shara invited Dan Frye and Maurice Peret from the NFB national headquarters to come to the second call to speak with us and help us understand how the national office helps affiliates run programs like this one. Does this mean that there will now be two of these programs in Massachusetts if the NFBMA proposal is accepted?

I remember how your brought up this idea on our conference call, and I am so glad that you did. I love how we have that Georgia GEMS knowledge and experience in our affiliate.

Stay well,

Justin


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From: Aaron Rawley <arawley at pyd.org<mailto:arawley at pyd.org>>
Date: October 26, 2023 at 4:34:53 PM EDT
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Subject: PYD LENS Program Details

Hi Justin,
Here's the info on Partners for Youth with Disabilities's LENS program. Interested youth or adults can learn more by contacting me at arawley at pyd.org<mailto:arawley at pyd.org> or calling 617-556-4075 x 143

LENS Flyer info (flyer attached_
LENS - One to One Mentoring for the Blind or Visually Impaired

LENS, which stands for Leading Expertise and Networking for Success, is PYD's mentoring program supported by the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB). Its goal is to improve the career outcomes and support the personal development of transition - aged youth who are blind or have low vision through one-to-one virtual mentorship.

Requirements & Expectations:
Eligibility:
- Youth must be 14-22 years old
- Blind/Low vision and have an active MA Commission for the Blind case
- Mentors are 18- and fully employed

Time commitment:
- 4-6 hours per month over zoom
- One year minimum or 90 days after employment

Goal setting:
- soft skills
- Job Applications / Materials
- Career Exploration

Support:
- Monthly check-in with PYD  mentoring staff
- For more information: https://www.pyd.org/programs/ or call 617-445-4075 x 143



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