[nfb-db] Careers

[Marsha Drenth]

Danielle,
I work with an SSP or interpretor in pretty much the same way that Rox described. The only difference with me in comparison is that I am only now starting to use one handed sign, so sometimes when I do not understand I will stop so that I can pick up with two hands. But if we are just walking, chatting, I will use my right over the SSP, who is finger spelling or signing with there left hand. I use the same SSP's over and over, so my pup will get familiar with those people, but she also needs to know that when she is working, she has her job to do. My pup also leash guides, so I don't necessarily need to be holding on to the harness for her to be guiding. this method works when I am with an SSP or interpretor. 
Hope this helps, 

Marsha drenth  
email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com  
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> On Jun 26, 2015, at 9:27 AM, Danielle Burton via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Marsha, 
> I'm curious as to how you work your dog with an SSP and or an interpeter. I've only used an SSP at deafblind events I usually heel my dog for part of it. You can answer here or offlist if you like.  
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
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>> On Jun 15, 2015, at 11:33 PM, Jennifer Woods via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi Everyone,
>> 
>> I am wondering if you can suggest Career options?
>> I am Deaf-Blind with some residual hearing but no useable vision other than light perception.
>> I am working with my CA Department of Rehabilitation Office. I live in Southern CA.
>> Due to circumstances I am not able to move out of the area where I am living now.
>> I am still in the process of obtaining my degree. 
>> I want to work in an advocacy or support role. A role where I am helping people and making a difference. I had so many professionals make a difference in my lifer and advocate for me, I want to be able to give back and do the same for other people Especially kids or older people who  possibly can’t advocate for themselves.
>> Previously I wanted to work with Deaf kids, but after recently loosing the remainder of my vision that is no longer an option, therefore I am trying to explore other options.
>> 
>> I was thinking perhaps a case worker with Deaf-Blind, however the area that I live in does not have a very large Deaf-Blind Community.
>> Perhaps a teacher of the Visually Impaired, but there are no programs near me, I am a more successful learner when I take actual classes on campus rather than online classes,
>> I also had the thought of working as a Disability Specialist. I am having trouble finding any helpful information about that,
>> 
>> Any Suggestions would be appreciated.
>> Thank you.
>> Sincerely,
>> Jennifer
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