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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Hello Everyone,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Senior Division is holding a training At Rocky Bottom October 8-14, 2017 . Below is the flyer explaining how to apply.If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>803-796-8662.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thanks, Shelley <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>“LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>SENIOR RETREAT<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sponsored By The National Federation Of The Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Senior Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>When: October 8-14, 2017<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Where: Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center. This is a rural setting, a camp owned and operated by the South Carolina affiliate of the NFB. It is a beautiful location in the mountains. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cost: $325 per attendee This does not include transportation to and from Greenville/Spartanburg airport , South Carolina the nearest airport to the camp. Transportation will be provided from Greenville/Spartanburg to Rocky Bottom. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cost includes room, board, training, and any activities during the retreat. Applicants are encouraged to look for sponsors from service organizations, state agency, fundraise if necessary. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Who Is Elgible?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Legally blind seniors age 55 and older with a strong desire to learn alternative, nonvisual techniques taught by blind instructors. Must be responsible for taking all medications independently and have stamina to be actively engaged for five full days of activities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Classes Taught: cane travel, daily living and cooking skills, -puter and other technology such as using digital recorders, pen friend; discussions on adjusting to blindness with family, community and social interaction, self advocacy, confidence-building, and leisure activities. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>How Do I Apply? <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Send a letter requesting a retreat application to attention of Mr. David Houck. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>119 South Killbourne Road<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Columbia, SC 29205 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Send the completed application back to the above address. All applicants will then have a telephone interview with officers from the Senior Division so we can learn more about your needs, desires and you will be able to ask your questions and learn more about what the retreat entails. Deadline to apply is August 1. Space is limited so if truly interested, don't wait until the deadline. Applicants will be notified by August 15 if accepted. Monies are due at the very latest by September 1, 2017 and Payment can be made to the NFB Senior Division, Care of Duncan Larsen, Colorado Center for the Blind, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>2233 West Shepperd Avenue<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Littleton, CO 80120”<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div id="DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2"><br />
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