[NFBNJ] Fwd: You Are Invited: May Community Connection Call (Please Share)

[Linda Melendez]

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From: Gaston, Pamela
Date: Thu, May 19, 2022 at 8:48 PM
Subject: You Are Invited: May Community Connection Call (Please Share)Ne

*The Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired invites you to call-in
to our  *

*May 2022 Commission Community Connection Conference Call  *

*You Are Not Alone: Social Engagement Options for Spring and Beyond (Part
#2) *



*Wednesday, May 25, 2022 *

*10:30 a.m. to 12 Noon *

*Call in number: 1-888-808-6929 / Access Code: 6486149# *

*Relay Captioning Link for individuals who are Deaf or Hearing Impaired: *
(At the start time of the event, please login by clicking on the link
below)
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*May is Mental Health Awareness Month! *

Researchers have found that individuals who participate in higher levels of
social engagement were consistently associated with less perceived
depression, better feelings of overall well-being and higher quality of
life. Studies have also shown that social engagement improves mental health
in older adults, including those who have already experienced symptoms of
depression and anxiety.

In *Part #2 of “You Are Not Alone: Social Engagement for Spring and
Beyond”,* panelists will share information on both in-person and virtual
social engagement options that may help promote a sense of belonging and
security, allow you to discuss your feelings with others and be receptive
to them expressing theirs to you, lighten your mood and make you feel
happier.

*Host: Krystle Allen*, CBVI Community Outreach Specialist



*Guest Panelists:   *



*Ofelia Guerra, Customer Support Manager, U.S. Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) *

Will share information about her role as the point of contact for Newark
International Airport’s team of Passenger Support Specialists and how the
TSA Cares program can be of assistance to travelers.



*Neva Fairchild, Aging and Vision Loss Specialist, American Foundation for
the Blind  *

Will share information on how to participate in the Blind Leaders
Development Program and options for age 55+ individuals to become more
socially engaged.



*John Carver, Executive Director and Casey Carver, Director of Operations,
Lions Beacon Lodge Camp  *

Will share information on Beacon Lodge, a full service summer camp for
adults and families with members who are blind, deaf-blind and visually
impaired.



*Jess Jasionowski, Accessibility Liaison, George Street Playhouse *

Will discuss audio-described performances and how her theatre strives to be
accessible and welcoming for all.



*Meredith Burnes, Executive Director and Courtney Little Producing
Director, Art House Productions *

Will discuss Art House’s accessibility accommodations and their upcoming
Access JC Fridays during which the work of artists with disabilities will
be showcased.



*Melva Henderson, Founder and CEO, Living Beyond Limits *

Will discuss her organization’s podcast and activities and events for the
empowerment of people with disabilities.



*Susan Vanino, Coordinator ASPIRE Peer Support Groups and Michael Outwater,
Member *

Will provide an update on the ASPIRE program and the benefits of peer
support group membership.



If you have any questions, or would like to suggest topics for future
Commission Community Connection Calls, please don’t hesitate to email:
Krystle.Allen at dhs.nj.gov  or call: 973-648-4497.




*Image NJCBVI Logo: Dark blue Braille cells that depict NJCBVI, with a gray
hand hovering over the letter "N" with the finger pointed to read; to the
right and directly under the Braille cells is NJCBVI in large, bold, blue
block letters under which in all caps is New Jersey Commission for the
Blind and Visually Impaired in gray letters.*

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Warmly,
Linda Melendez, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
732-421-7063
president at nfbnj.org
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