[NFBOH-Cleveland] Fwd: This week's Ability Front including lots of upcoming, Save-the-Date events

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From: elizabeth.sammons at ood.ohio.gov <elizabeth.sammons at ood.ohio.gov>
Date: Fri, Aug 24, 2018 at 7:43 AM
Subject: This week's Ability Front including lots of upcoming,
Save-the-Date events
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*Welcome to Ability Front!*

*Next Friday will bring you the last issue of “Ability Front,” at least in
this iteration, since August 31 marks my final day working at Opportunities
for Ohioans with Disabilities. I will include at the end of next week’s
issue a run-down of many resources from which I gather this news, in case
you wish to subscribe yourself or share with others. Thank you for your
faithful reading. Your frequent comments, clarifications and news items
have made all of us more aware and knowledgeable.      *

*Please go directly to the links provided for additional information. If
you have any news, opportunities or resources you want me to include in
Ability Front, please email me privately for consideration. My criteria are
generally “Will this help fellow Ohioans with disabilities or disability
professionals?” and “Is it timely, affordable and relevant?” And if you
ever want to unsubscribe, likewise just send me an email.*

*I’m putting it out, now it’s your turn to run with it and pass it on!*

*Thanks, happy explorations here as always,*

*Elizabeth L. Sammons*

*Week of August 24*

*Did you know?*

What Does a Guitar Solo Look Like If You Can't Hear? See how a Sign
Language Interpreter Translates Concerts here:

https://www.stltoday.com/news/national/what-does-a-guitar-solo-look-like-if-you-can/article_1e68e33b-db71-5160-bd8e-fec186626125.html

According to recent surveys, 1 in 4 U.S. adults has a disability, CDC says.
Find some statistics of who has what here:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/1-in-4-u-s-adults-has-a-disability-cdc-says/

*Opportunities*

Aug. 29, 2:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. EST, register and attend this part 1 of 3
free webinars: Veterans, Disability, and the Power of Literature Webinar
Series - History

http://www.adasoutheast.org/eventscalendar.php?eventid=1547#content

Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities Foundation and
Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services will host the *2018
Recovery Conference* on October 1-2, Hyatt Regency, and Columbus. Besides
an all-new job fair for those in recovery, This free conference will
feature: Breakout Sessions on topics such as Becoming a Peer Supporter,
Client Rights, How to Tell Your Story, Workforce Readiness, How to Become a
Board Member, Spirituality, and a Celebration of Recovery featuring DJ
Rockin' Reggie. Register here:
https://www.oacbha.org/ohios_2018_recovery_conferenc.php

Do you have a story about how a Google product or accessibility feature has
helped you in your daily life? The Google Accessibility team would like to
hear from you.  If you’d like to tell your story and possibly be featured
in a video, sign up here, and a Google representative may be in touch with
you!

http://goo.gl/hNmCR9

If you support older people with disabilities or medical challenges, we are
seeking your input on how people get and use information about their rights
under the ADA.

Older Adults Needs Assessment here:
https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ezAVzMlc63DzjQV

The ADA supports the full inclusion of people with disabilities in all
aspects of life. We need your expert opinion in knowing the best way to
serve Latinos / Hispanics with disabilities. Survey here:
https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0kMbdaW1WcmpAot

*Resources*

Magnets and Ladders is a biannual magazine with fiction, nonfiction and
poetry by authors with disabilities. A human reading courtesy of Perkins
Library of the Spring/Summer 2018 edition is available by phone as well as
at www.behindoureyes.org . Dial 773-572-7737.

This blog from Disability Rights Ohio shares basic information for people
with service animals when they are looking for housing or visiting public
venues.
http://www.disabilityrightsohio.org/blog/support-and-service-animals-a-few-basics#support

*Save these important dates!*

Disabled & Proud 2018: Leading Change online conference; October 11-13.

Disabled & Proud is for all undergraduate, graduate, and auditing college
students with any type of disability, including those who are culturally
Deaf, students with mental health conditions or chronic illnesses, and
those with ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning disabilities.  Students in
transition programs with intellectual and developmental disabilities are
also welcome. Each day will feature online keynotes, small group
discussions, presentations, and films.  We'll even have an online "exhibit
hall" with resources across the U.S... (Sponsorships available.) Students
will develop leadership skills and strategies to create campus change while
networking with other students.  Registration is coming in June; additional
details available here: https://www.disabledandproud.org/

Save the date for the 2018 Ohio SIBS Annual Conference Friday & Saturday,
November 2 & 3, Embassy Suites in Dublin, Ohio. Discuss special-needs
families and interact/network with others facing similar situations.
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocil.us14.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D674e3986b12e56369d09b98fc%26id%3Daa4ac15bde%26e%3Dd9b2da0ae1&data=02%7C01%7Celizabeth.sammons%40ood.ohio.gov%7Cada2bc41fc6d4e6f72de08d5dde45fd9%7C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%7C0%7C0%7C636658895301869388&sdata=04PCu1yCy6bz9WAQ%2BvLo78%2BcHVSxuZMuqZt0Mq%2BZ%2FlA%3D&reserved=0>
for more information.

National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Ohio and American Council of the
Blind (ACB) Ohio both have their annual state conferences the week-end of
November 2-4. NFB will meet near Cleveland; www.nfbohio.org

ACB will meet jointly with the Indiana ACB in Indianapolis. www.acbohio.org

Ohio Rehabilitation Association (ORA) Annual Training Conference in Dublin
~ November 8-9, 2018  <
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>

Save the date for the national Association of Vision Rehabilitation
Therapists (AVRT) Conference, coming for the first time to Ohio at the
Cleveland Airport Marriott, November 8-10. http://avrt.org/

Don't miss OCALICON 2018 – the nation's premier autism and disabilities
conference, November 14-16, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center,
Columbus, Ohio. Register/learn more here:
https://conference.ocali.org/registration?utm_source=OCALI+Communications&utm_campaign=75c6e9b202-OCALICON_Registration_Now_Open_040417&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e20b46887d-75c6e9b202-408054833&goal=0_e20b46887d-75c6e9b202-408054833&mc_cid=75c6e9b202&mc_eid=52842cb95c

Save the dates next March 8 to 10. The Ohio Association of the Deaf Blind
(OADB) will be holding its statewide DeafBlind Conference and 25th
Anniversary event at the Doubletree Hilton Hotel, Worthington. This
celebration includes various lectures and sessions pertaining to DeafBlind
issues and advocacy, a banquet dinner, many interpreters and support
service providers, and a silent auction. Stay tuned at this site for more
information; note it is also a fundraising website.
https://www.gofundme.com/deaf-blind-conference?member=552074

Save the date March 13, 2019 for Ohio’s next year’s Traumatic Brain Injury
summit. https://www.biaoh.org/2019-tbi-summit/

For upcoming information about the Summit, contact Emily Smith at
esmith at biaoh.org

*Reminders*

Enjoy this impactful article recommending places and travel tips on top
spots for hearing-loss/deaf-friendly vacations.

http://www.healthyhearing.com/report/52249-Five-great-hearing-friendly-destinations

Did you know that American Sign Language (ASL) has regional accents? Or
that people may sign in their sleep? A new brief video can help employers
and employees better understand sign language and Deaf culture, as well as
learn a few basic signs. Titled “A Few Things to Know about ASL,” the video
was produced by National Public Radio with assistance from Gallaudet
University. Access the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wa0nxppMJ-Q

The National Collaborative on Workforce Disability for Youth has identified
Guideposts for Success. These Guideposts reflect elements key in
educational and career development interventions that can make a positive
difference in the lives of all youth, including youth with disabilities.
Learn the guideposts and see more details on this project here:
https://www.dol.gov/odep/categories/youth/index-guide.htm#pagecontent

The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) has
published A Transition Guide to Postsecondary Education and Employment for
Students and Youth with Disabilities to advance efforts in ensuring that
all students and youth with disabilities are equipped with the skills and
knowledge for the 21st century workforce. Topics include:

*       Transition planning: opportunities and programs;

*       Transition services and requirements, as authorized by the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the Rehabilitation Act;

*       Education/employment options for students with disabilities after
leaving secondary school; and

*       Supporting decisions made by students and youth with disabilities.

Read the publication here:

https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww2.ed.gov%2Fabout%2Foffices%2Flist%2Fosers%2Ftransition%2Fproducts%2Fpostsecondary-transition-guide-2017.pdf&data=01%7C01%7CMelinda.Duncan%40ood.ohio.gov%7C59f4a12322b94ad6ad4e08d43bf1d5b0%7C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%7C0&sdata=PZImJOTpHC%2FjvjQgL4PE0Svp7VSc%2FmGX%2BWlUVs2igQs%3D&reserved=0

*Are you grieving the loss or impending retirement of your assistance dog?
A monthly support group is available by phone with others in the same
situation. IF YOU are interested, please email *ADLC at iaadp.org* . This and
much additional information is available at *International Association of
Assistance Dog Partners. http://www.iaadp.org/

-- 
Wishing You All the Best,

Cheryl E. Fields

A man has made at least a start on discovering the meaning of human life
when he plants shade trees under which he knows full well he will never sit.
--D. Elton Trueblood
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