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Please circulate the following message as widely as appropriate.<br>
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May 10, 2018 <br>
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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<br>
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Accessible360<br>
On the Go by Julie Johnson<br>
RuffWear <br>
Texas Association of Guide Dog Users<br>
Veterinarian Emergency Clinics of Central Florida<br>
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NAGDU is offering some incredible programs for our members!<br>
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Tuesday, July 3, 2018 <br>
1:00 10:00 p.m. <br>
1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Registration. Registration is free & required to be
eligible for door prizes! <br>
2:00 3:30 p.m. Is My Dog in Crisis?<br>
Lori Tilley, D.V.M.<br>
Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida<br>
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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.<br>
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3:45 5:00 p.m. Advocacy and Access: Everyone has a Part to Play<br>
Calling Out Counterfeit Service Animals: The myth, the image, and the
law<br>
Facilitator: Marion Gwizdala, President <br>
National Association of Guide Dog
Users
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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. <br>
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5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Dinner break<br>
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6:00 6:45 p.m. Registration – Registration is free & required to be
eligible for door prizes!<br>
7:00 10:00 p.m. Living the Guide Dog User Life you want! <br>
Part 1: Is It Time? The struggle of letting go.<br>
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Facilitator: Merry C. Schoch, LCSW<br>
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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<br>
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Part 2: Harness Up: The process of getting a guide dog and beyond<br>
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Various guide dog training programs & consumers<br>
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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.<br>
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Part 3: Guide Dog Show and Tail <br>
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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!<br>
Thursday, July 5, 2018; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.<br>
Annual Meeting<br>
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6:00 – 6:45 p.m. – Registration. (Registration is free & required to
be eligible for door prizes.)<br>
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.<br>
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7:00 p.m. Call to Order<br>
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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<br>
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Supporting the NFB’s national ridesharing testing initiative <br>
Valerie Yingling <br>
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Learn about our advocacy with Delta Airlines<br>
Christine Bouchard, Delta Airlines<br>
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Learn how to comment on new regulations for the Air Carrier <br>
Access Act<br>
John Pare <br>
Executive Director for Advocacy & Policy <br>
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Download & tour the newest version of the NAGDU Mobile App for iOS
& Android<br>
Raul Gallegos<br>
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Elect our 2018 – 2020 leadership<br>
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Energizing reports from our affiliate divisions<br>
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As you see, the NAGDU events are filled with 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. The NAGDU seminar and Annual
Meeting are held in conjunction with the convention of the National
Federation of the blind. This year’s convention will be held at<br>
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Rosen Shingle Creek Resort<br>
9939 Universal Boulevard<br>
Orlando, Florida 32819-9357<br>
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For more information about the National Federation of the Blind
convention, such as registration information, room reservations, or other
convention information, please
<a href="Announcement%20about%20Seminar%20and%20Annual%20Meeting%20(2018).htm">
click here.</a> <br>
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us
by email to <a href="mailto:info@nagdu.org">info@nagdu.org</a>. To learn
more about the National Association of Guide Dog Users, please
<a href="Announcement%20about%20Seminar%20and%20Annual%20Meeting%20(2018).htm">
click here.</a><br>
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We will see you in Orlando!<br>
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Marion Gwizdala, President<br>
National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)<br>
National Federation of the Blind<br>
(813) 626-2789<br>
President@NAGDU.ORG<br>
<a href="http://nagdu.org/">Visit our website</a><br>
<a href="http://twitter.com/nagdu">Follow us on Twitter</a><br>
The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
expectations because low expectations create barriers between blind
people and our dreams. You can live the life you want! Blindness is not
what holds you back.<br>
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