[Nfbktad] Computers for the Blind will provide working Windows 7 computers with usable speech and magnification software for $150, $20 if you are on SSI

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Just an FYI for those who may not be familiar with this organization.





Computers for the Blind will provide working Windows 7 computers with usable speech and magnification software for $150, $20 if you are on SSI:
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The Computers for the Blind (formerly The Texas Center for the Visually Challenged) is a volunteer organization devoted to providing computers for the blind. It is our hope that each person with vision loss may experience the information age in a positive and productive manner. We believe technology opens new worlds and creates opportunity for greater personal freedom.
The process starts with the donation of used computers. A group of dedicated volunteers refurbishes the computer. Special software is included with a screen reader and a voice synthesizer so text may be read aloud. E-mail and word processing programs are part of the software library.
Any visually impaired person who is serious about using a computer and is willing to commit to the learning process is eligible to receive a computer.
Bob Langford is the founding father of The Computers for the Blind. Bob says "When you are blind, learning the computer is a lot of work. It takes real dedication and some give up. But for those like me who put the effort into it, it's a tremendous miracle."



To contact Computers for the Blind

214-340-6328

Email:
info at computersfortheblind.net<mailto:info at computersfortheblind.net>

Computers for the Blind
3101 High Plateau
Garland, Texas 75044
Make Checks Payable to:
Computers for the Blind
3101 High Plateau
Garland, Texas 75044
TO DONATE COMPUTERS (IN DALLAS)
214-282-2581
TO VOLUNTEER (IN DALLAS)
214-282-2581



Article source:  Flying Blind Thursday August 21 2014

dean at topdotenterprises.com<mailto:dean at topdotenterprises.com>.




Tonia Gatton
Assistive Technology Specialist
Kentucky career Center
KY Office for the Blind
Charles W. McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
(502) 429-4460 ext. 268
(502) 429-7101
tonia.gatton at ky.gov<mailto:tonia.gatton at ky.gov>



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