[Nfbk] couple questions

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Kathy, I don't believe you have to be working in order to receive O&M services but you do have to have an open case with the Office for the Blind.  I believe you would need to call the Louisville office at 502-429-4460.  As for transportation, I don't think you have many, if any options outside of the greater metropolitan areas; such as Louisville and Lexington.  Unfortunately, in most other areas of the state, blind individuals have to rely on friends and family to get places.  That's why I chose to reside in Louisville, rather than move back home to Franklin county.  I value my independence and want to be able to go and come as I choose.  I know that's not an option or even a priority for everybody though.  However, Louisville isn't far at all from Spencer County.  So if you eventually decided to move here, where you'd have more transportation options; you'd still be close to your family.

Best of luck,

Tonia

Tonia Gatton
Assistive Technology Specialist
KY Office for the blind
Charles W McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
800-346-2115
(502) 429-4460 ext 224
(502) 429-7113 fax
tonia.gatton at ky.gov

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From: Nfbk [mailto:nfbk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Kathy Pingstock
Sent: Friday, August 02, 2013 1:49 PM
To: Nfbk at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Nfbk] couple questions

Good morning,

 

I am new to Kentucky, I live in Spencer County. First of all I will be praying for Buffa. It was sad what happened. Does anyone know if I need some cane travel service do I have to be working in oder to receive them? I noved  here from Ohio, I know in Ohio if you are not working they will not help. I am 52 years old and trying to get things in order. I lost my husband back in 2012, so now I am trying to start a new life. Another question I have what about transportation for the blind, I did a search  but can not find anything.

 

Thank for any help.

 

Kathy Pingstock