[NFBNJ] The National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey NFB of NJ) Seniors Committee Summer Hybrid Connection

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>From the desk of Jane Degenshein, Chair, NFB of New Jersey Seniors
Committee.

 

The National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey (NFB of NJ) Seniors
Committee is proud to present the first Senior Summer Hybrid Connection.
Join us for a day of learning, sharing, friendship, and practical
information designed especially for blind seniors, their families, friends,
and anyone interested in living well with blindness.

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Degenshein family and the West
Orange Lions Club, this event is completely free to attend. The only cost to
participants is their own transportation. Whether you join us in person or
virtually, we look forward to welcoming you for an engaging, informative,
and enjoyable day.

 

When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 

 

Schedule at a Glance

8:30 a.m. - Meet, Mingle, and Light Refreshments

Start the day by reconnecting with old friends, making new ones, and
enjoying light refreshments before the program begins.

 

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Presentations and Discussion

 

Presentation 1:

New Jersey State Library Talking Book & Braille Center (NJSLTBBC)
Presented by Steve Felle (New Jersey)

Learn about valuable library services and technology available to blind and
low-vision New Jersey residents, including:

*	The new digital talking book player
*	Reading with Amazon Alexa
*	NFB-NEWSLINER and its many features

 

Presentation 2:

Our Journey Through Blindness
Presented by Sandy Halverson (Virginia)

An inspiring discussion about navigating vision loss, adapting to change,
and embracing the opportunities that blindness can provide.

 

Presentation 3:

A Day in the Life: Tools, Tricks, and Resources for Living Your Best Life
with Blindness
Presented by Liz Wisecarver (Texas)

Discover practical techniques, helpful technology, everyday strategies, and
community resources that can help you live independently and confidently
while living the life you want.

 

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Lunch and Fellowship

Enjoy lunch while continuing conversations with fellow participants.

Lunch will be provided and includes:

Sandwiches, chips, dessert and bottled water

 

 

 

 

 

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