[NAGDU] NAGDU Seminar, Meeting, and Stream

Tracy Carcione carcione at access.net
Wed Jul 4 12:22:11 UTC 2018


I tried to tune in for the emergency vet lecture, which sounded really
useful, but the stream wasn't streaming.  Aaron told me there were power
problems in the hotel.  Very disappointing.
Tracy


-----Original Message-----
From: NAGDU [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Danielle Ledet
via NAGDU
Sent: Wednesday, July 04, 2018 1:59 AM
To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
Cc: Danielle Ledet
Subject: Re: [NAGDU] NAGDU Seminar, Meeting, and Stream

Nope.

On 7/4/18, Ashley Coleman via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Are the meetings going to be recorded?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Jul 1, 2018, at 4:57 AM, NAGDU President via NAGDU <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Please circulate the following message as widely as appropriate.
>>
>>
>>
>>                This year's annual seminar of the National Association of
>> Guide Dog Users and its annual meeting will be streamed live. To listen
>> to
>> the stream, please visit
>>
>>
>>
>> http://nagdu.org
>>
>>
>>
>> and click on the link to the live stream. The stream will be available
>> approximately 15 minutes prior to each session.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>                The National Association of Guide Dog Users, a strong &
>> proud division of the National Federation of the Blind, is excited to
>> offer
>> the most dynamic, informative events in the nation for guide dog users at
>> our national convention in Orlando. Thanks to the generous support of our
>> sponsors
>>
>>
>>
>> Accessible360
>>
>> Mobile Vet Clinic of Brandon
>>
>> On the Go Dog Gear by Julie Johnson
>>
>> Ray of Sunshine Empowerment Services LLC
>>
>> RuffWear
>>
>> Texas Association of Guide Dog Users
>>
>> Veterinarian Emergency Clinics of Central Florida
>>
>>
>>
>> NAGDU is offering some incredible programs for our members! through a
>> live
>> stream!
>>
>>
>>
>> Tuesday, July 3, 2018
>>
>> 1:00 - 10:00 p.m.
>>
>> 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Registration. Registration is free & required to be
>> eligible for door prizes!
>>
>> 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Is My Dog in Crisis?
>>
>> Lori Tilley, D.V.M.
>>
>> Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida
>>
>>
>>
>>                A board certified emergency veterinarian will share how to
>> assess if your dog's health issue is an emergency needing immediate
>> attention. She will also give us tips on how to avoid a trip to the
>> emergency clinic, as well as maintaining wellness, preventive care,
>> grooming
>> tips, and first aid.
>>
>>
>>
>> 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. Advocacy and Access: Everyone has a Part to Play
>>
>> Calling Out Counterfeit Service Animals: The myth, the image, and the law
>>
>> Facilitator: Marion Gwizdala, President
>>
>> National Association of Guide Dog Users
>>
>>
>>
>>                With the growing challenge of untrained dogs in public and
>> the problems they create for legitimate guide & service dogs, we must be
>> the
>> voice of reason. Join us as we mobilize our division to solve the
>> problem!
>> This interactive program is a must for all guide dog users, those wishing
>> to
>> become better advocates for guide dog users and other disabled
>> individuals,
>> and public and private entities wanting to know their rights.
>>
>>
>>
>> 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Dinner break
>>
>>
>>
>> 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Registration - Registration is free & required to be
>> eligible for door prizes!
>>
>> 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Living the Guide Dog User Life you want!
>>
>> Part 1: Is It Time? The struggle of letting go.
>>
>>
>>
>> Facilitator: Merry C. Schoch, LCSW
>>
>>
>>
>> The retirement or passing of our guide dogs is a very challenging time
>> and
>> one we will all eventually experience. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker
>> and
>> guide dog user helps us through the process of retirement and loss
>>
>>
>>
>> Part 2: Harness Up: The process of getting a guide dog and beyond
>>
>>
>>
>> Various guide dog training programs & consumers
>>
>>
>>
>> If you are interested in getting a guide dog, want to find out how they
>> really work, get to know what is involved in the application and training
>> process, and learn about the guide Dog User Lifestyle, this session is
>> for
>> you! Guide dog training programs will share information about their
>> programs
>> and guide dog users will help you understand what is required when you
>> come
>> home.
>>
>>
>>
>> Part 3: Guide Dog Show and Tail
>>
>>
>>
>>                Guide dog users share their favorite gear, grooming tools,
>> and toys. If you have a favorite item to share, bring it with you for
>> others
>> to learn about! Some of them will be yours to take home for you and your
>> dog
>> to enjoy!
>>
>> Thursday, July 5, 2018; 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
>>
>> Annual Meeting
>>
>>
>>
>> 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. - Registration. (Registration is free & required to be
>> eligible for door prizes.)
>>
>> Membership dues of $5.00 are required for those who are not members of an
>> affiliate division to be eligible to speak on the floor, make & vote on
>> motions, and hold office.
>>
>>
>>
>> 7:00 p.m. Call to Order
>>
>>
>>
>> Join NAGDU for the most exciting and important meeting of guide dog users
>> in
>> the United States. Here are some of the highlights you will experience
>>
>>
>>
>> Elect our 2018 - 2020 leadership
>>
>>
>>
>> Supporting the NFB's national ridesharing testing initiative
>>
>> Valerie Yingling
>>
>>
>>
>> Learn about our advocacy with Delta Airlines
>>
>>                Christine Bouchard, Delta Airlines
>>
>>
>>
>> Learn how to comment on new regulations for the Air Carrier
>> Access Act
>>
>>                John Pare
>>
>> Executive Director for Advocacy & Policy
>>
>>
>>
>> Download & tour the newest version of the NAGDU Mobile App for iOS &
>> Android
>>
>> Raul Gallegos
>>
>>
>>
>> Energizing reports from our affiliate divisions
>>
>>
>>
>>                As you see, the NAGDU events are full of substance - the
>> place to be if you are an active guide dog user and advocate. Plan to
>> join
>> us and enhance your knowledge and understanding. If you have any
>> questions,
>> please do not hesitate to get in touch with us by email to
>>
>>
>>
>> info at NAGDU.ORG
>>
>>
>>
>> We will see you in Orlando!
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Marion Gwizdala, President
>>
>> National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)
>>
>> National Federation of the Blind
>>
>> (813) 626-2789
>>
>> President at NAGDU.ORG
>>
>> Visit our website <http://nagdu.org/>
>>
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>>
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>> people
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