[NFBofSC] FW: Calendar of Events The Vision Institute of SC

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From: The Vision Institute of South Carolina <info at tvisc.org> 
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Subject: Calendar of Events

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THE VISION INSTITUTE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

Calendar of Events

The 2019-2020 year is in full swing!

Our school aged students returned in August from summer vacation so our teachers for the visually impaired, orientation & mobility specialists, and braille transcribers are actively teaching, transcribing, and caring. 

iCanConnect consumers are learning new technologies to improve distance communication so our trainers are traversing the state to provide personalized training.

Our independent living program has grown exponentially!  Because of the incredible generosity of donors, we will be offering at least twenty events at no cost to participants during the 2019-2020 year.  We will be offering three types of events: “Lunch and Learn”, “Community Resource Sessions”, and “Ask the Trainer”. Click the link to view our year long calendar of events:  <https://tvisc.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3243200e997a0c3971ae93883&id=0cbf5fddbc&e=9f1e1fbd8e> http://www.tvisc.org/pdf/2019-2020-IL-Events-Calendar.pdf

Lunch & Learn

Join us for technology training in a small group setting.  We will explore a variety of topics related to tablets, apps, Alexa, audiobooks, video description options and more!  Registration is required and lunch provided. Thanks to generous donors and sponsors there is no cost to participate. Register by emailing info at tvisc.org or by calling 803-627-8847.

Our next Lunch & Learn will be Tuesday, October 8th, from 10:30-12:30:

APPS, APPS, and MORE APPS Part I: Vision Specific Apps
Consumers will be able to understand and/or apply applications that: 

*	identify color, money, scan qr codes, calculate
*	identify components in pictures and read text
*	use third party volunteers to assist with accessibility
*	improve the social experience

Community Resource Sessions

Come discover a variety of resources that are available in our area.  We will learn about the SC Talking Books program, Public Transit System, and loads of devices to make accessibility a reality.  Sessions are held in the morning and registration is required. Register by emailing info at tvisc.org or by calling 803-627-8847.

Our next Community Resource Sessions will be Friday, October 25th, from 10:00-11:30:

SC Talking Book Services- SC State Library will provide information on digitally recorded books and BARD.

Ask the Trainer

Do you have a specific question or issue with your technology (tablet, phone, etc.)?  Is there a specialized device you’ve ordered and have no idea where to start?  A session with individualized instruction might be just what you need.  Sign up for a FREE private training session in the TVI Independent Living Classroom.  Three appointments at no-cost will be offered on the day of these events so register early!  Also, be specific with your requests so we can tailor the session to meet your unique needs. (Additional dates and sessions are available for a small fee.) Register by emailing info at tvisc.org or by calling 803-627-8847.

Dates for "Ask the Trainer: Tuesday, October 22 and Tuesday, February 25

Are You Connected?

Have you Liked us on Facebook? Follow us @TVISC and stay connected in real-time.

Are you getting emails? Sign up for our mailing list. Lunch & Learn events occur each month of the school year. We use email to communicate additional details. You can subscribe via our  Facebook (FB) page or our main website.

Have you donated? You’ll find a DONATE button at the top of our FB page that links back to our main website:  <https://tvisc.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3243200e997a0c3971ae93883&id=f38ed38fd8&e=9f1e1fbd8e> www.tvisc.org where you will find several ways to donate. Your generosity made it possible for us to equip individuals with Echo Dots for home accessibility, give iTunes Gift Cards to purchase apps for the visually impaired,  and provide independence to a bioptic driver.

Have you told us how we can help you or someone you know gain greater independence today?

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The Vision Institute of South Carolina

PO Box 1923

Irmo, SC 29063

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