[NFBOH-Cleveland] Fwd: This week's Ability Front

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From: elizabeth.sammons at ood.ohio.gov <elizabeth.sammons at ood.ohio.gov>
Date: Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 8:02 AM
Subject: This week's Ability Front
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*Welcome to Ability Front!*

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*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 July 20*

*Did you know?*

Enjoy this unusual perspective on the importance of voting from an aspiring
young Ohio writer and thinker.
http://www.disabilityrightsohio.org/blog/accidental-american-voting-as-a-disabled-person#votes

Tonight (Friday 7/20) tune in for ESPN’s airing of the women’s and men’s
final matches of the first- Special Olympics Unified Cup on ESPN2, from
Chicago’s Toyota Park, beginning at 6 p.m. ET. The Unified Cup will feature
24 soccer teams – 8 women’s and 16 men’s – representing countries from
around the globe and will air internationally.  www.espn.com/citizenship.

*Opportunities*

Win a $50 Amazon® Gift Card! The Disabled Parenting Project DPP is seeking
guest blogs written by US parents with disabilities on what the ADA means
for them. For each blog, (enter as many as you wish,) guest bloggers will
be entered into a lottery.  Guest blog entries must be emailed to
mailto:info at disabledparenting.com <info at disabledparenting.com>  by July 24th,
including at least one photo and comply with the DPP blogger guidelines.
Details here:
http://disabledparenting.com/welcome-to-the-disabled-parenting-project-community/blogger-guidelines/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_campaign=b1dae00566-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_07_12_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_02c4f0a09f-b1dae00566-106263773

Those using Ohio’s Home Choice program who have certain DODD waivers and
coming out of assisted living may consider applying for the Rental
Assistance Program using Applications here. Guidelines and other details
also available.
http://dodd.ohio.gov/Communications/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=1007

September 14 – 15, Systems of Care Summit
----------------------------------------------------------- Hilton Polaris
Columbus. Registration and Scholarships Available. The Ohio Dpt. of Mental
Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) and the Ohio Dpt. of Developmental
Disabilities (DoDD) offer this Summit to support ongoing education,
networking, and sharing best practices for Ohio’s children and families
with behavioral health needs. Scholarships are available to youth and
caregivers with lived experience, covering food, travel, and lodging, plus
the registration fee. First come first serve. Details here: Direct
questions to Erin Paternite Eakin paternem at miamioh.edu

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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.

Looking for resources on how to make mobile apps accessible? Interested in
developing your own app for disability rights advocacy? Read the full
article and related resources on the RightsNow! Website.
https://www.globaldisabilityrightsnow.org/tools/vietnam/using-mobile-applications-advocacy?mc_cid=4aa27f5737&mc_eid=9d0aa6ccda

*Resources*

Peer to peer, college students across the country are reshaping the mental
health landscape on campuses with groups including Active Minds.

https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/college-mental-health_us_5b367b5fe4b0f3c221a09b7d

Graduates as you move on following graduation and High School students
preparing for the next grade level there are many questions that will
arise. SOCIL offers a guide to help direct you to the agency or individual
to assist you with your concerns. Click for your county.

Fairfield County Transition Guide <
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocil.us14.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D674e3986b12e56369d09b98fc%26id%3D61c01dbd2f%26e%3Dd9b2da0ae1&data=02%7C01%7Celizabeth.sammons%40ood.ohio.gov%7C54d49518e7b348ffc55708d5b6b3028c%7C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%7C0%7C0%7C636615802326086723&sdata=9tEsiihlPk10D3auEne7LZsrbeQBDZB9oVukKWQkHl0%3D&reserved=0
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Hocking County Transition Guide <
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocil.us14.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D674e3986b12e56369d09b98fc%26id%3D317024b3c3%26e%3Dd9b2da0ae1&data=02%7C01%7Celizabeth.sammons%40ood.ohio.gov%7C54d49518e7b348ffc55708d5b6b3028c%7C50f8fcc494d84f0784eb36ed57c7c8a2%7C0%7C0%7C636615802326086723&sdata=sVhb09nR5HMpO8aaDWeL%2BufeUbvV%2F7Y2V8q2ZA3nsow%3D&reserved=0>

The Treatment Advocacy Center has released a special 20th anniversary
edition of its newsletter Catalyst. It reflects on just how much the world
has shifted over our two decades, and the contributions of people who share
our goals and priorities. Read it here:
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Film and television portrayals of people who are visually impaired range
from positive to negative, accurate to ridiculous. This annotated
filmography describes 60 movies about blindness, encompassing a broad
spectrum of fictional and documentary work. Each of the movies described in
this pamphlet is held in the Migel Library, along with other videos
including 1921’s *Love Light* and the current series *Game of Thrones*. *Movies
About Blindness has been digitized for Internet Archive at
https://archive.org/details/moviesaboutblind00muse
<https://archive.org/details/moviesaboutblind00muse>*. Contact American
Printing House for the Blind library staff to view any of the videos listed
in the filmography or the many others in the Migel Collection.

A revised edition of *A Transportation Guide for Persons who are Blind or
Have Low Vision* is available for free download from the Transportation
Resources <https://www.blind.msstate.edu/our-products/transportation/>
page. It offers updated information and tips about finding and using
transportation options. Topics covered include training, bioptic driving,
public transportation, ride-hailing services, and walking, among others.

LEAD Center and Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board partnered for a
webinar, “Advancing Financial Literacy for Individuals with Disabilities.”
Captioned videos are now available for viewing. The first panel consisted
of federal agency representatives and the second panel of disability
community leaders. Each panel discussed the challenges and opportunities to
improve financial capability and inclusion for individuals across the
spectrum of disabilities. View the videos here:
http://leadcenter.org/resources/webinar/video-released-advancing-financial-literacy-individuals-disabilities-event

The American Printing House for the Blind has grouped former American
Foundation for the Blind resources under the name APH ConnectCenter
<https://www.aph.org/aph-connectcenter/>. This includes:

*FamilyConnect.org <http://familyconnect.org/>* – gives parents of children
who are visually impaired a place to find resources and support each other.

*CareerConnect
<http://www.afb.org/info/living-with-vision-loss/for-job-seekers/12>* –
provides employment information, career exploration tools, and job-seeking
guidance for individuals with vision loss and professionals who work with
them.

*VisionAware.org <https://www.visionaware.org/>* – helps adults who are
losing their sight continue to live full and independent lives by providing
timely information, step-by-step daily living techniques, and a supportive
online community.

*BrailleBug.org <https://www.braillebug.org/>* – teaches children about
braille through games and activities and provides resources to teachers and
parents.

*APH ConnectDirect information and referral 800 number* – provides
information by phone on virtually any topic related to visual impairment
and blindness. Dial toll-free *1-800-232-5463*. You may also submit
questions by email at info at aph.org.

*Directory of Services <http://www.visionaware.org/directory.aspx>* – lets
anyone find services in his or her local area with a simple search. The
Directory of Services list over 3,500 agencies in the U.S. and Canada.

*Reminders*

The 2018 Candidate Forum on Disability Issues is taking place in Columbus
on Thursday, July 26, 12:30-4:30. No worries if you cannot attend in
person; registration now closed. The forum will appear live on the Facebook
page for The Center for Disability Empowerment. Here's the link:
https://www.facebook.com/CtrforDisabilityEmpowerment/

What’s an Ohio summer without getting ready for at least one trip to an
amusement park or zoo? A helpful fact sheet for people with disabilities is
now available! COMMUNITY INTEGRATION: Amusement Parks, Zoos, and Recreation
Places
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focuses
on rights of people with disabilities, and accessibility options to
consider while enjoying the traditions of summer.

This self-administered test using a Panic and Agoraphobia Scale allows you
to see where you fall as compared to the norms.
https://psychology-tools.com/pas/

Good design and smart technology should fuel inclusivity. These TED talks
show how tech and design can empower.
https://www.ted.com/playlists/372/designing_for_disability?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tedspread

This free Online Electronic Braille Library from “Unity” features several
hundred Christian and other spiritual titles available for download and
embossing for any interested Braille reader.

http://www.unity.org/resources/message-hope/document-library#main-content

Though appearing on a low-vision website, this resource lists a wealth of
elder and other care resources useful for any family related to someone
with special needs.

http://www.visionaware.org/info/emotional-support/for-family-and-friends/guidance-for-caregivers-of-individuals-who-are-blind-or-visually-impaired/resource-list-for-caregivers-of-individuals-with-vision-loss-/1235

Sometimes you can get hearing help starting with smart devices.  With phone
apps that amplify sound, you can rely on your phone’s built-in microphone
to pick up sound, using a set of earbuds to deliver it to your ears. Or you
can pair an app with a plug-in directional microphone, which might do a
better job of pulling in sound from a person seated across the table. Here
are a few apps for starters.
http://ksaudiology.com/5-apps-that-can-help-with-hearing-loss/

Elizabeth L. Sammons

Program Administrator

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Tel. 614.438.1260

www.oodworks.com

-- 
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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