[NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Updates

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Cleveland Members,

 

I am trusting that all is well and you are staying safe.

 

Again, thank you for a wonderful experience at our April meeting. I have
attended several Chapter meetings and they are introducing the team building
exercise that was introduced at our meeting. This is a great opportunity for
others to get to know members in neighboring chapters.

 

Congratulations! The Cleveland Chapter has been recognized for our
volunteerism by the National Community Service Committee. So, continue to
provide your service to the blind. The Chapter as a whole is offering much
support in the community and beyond. It is a privilege to be honored, but
our focus must remain on supporting, encouraging and realizing that those
who are blind in Northeast Ohio must learn that they can live their best
life.

 

Please continue to refer to, OhioTalk, your text, individual email,
Cleveland Facebook page, Cleveland voice box and Cleveland Listserve for
updated information and activities. The voice box number is,

T: (641) 715-3900

C: is 582705.

 

On May 3, 2020, the Ohio Senior Division will meet on the Ohio conference
line. 

C: (712) 775-7031

Code: 240281423

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2020

Time: 7:00 PM EDT.

Below are upcoming events. They are all in the zoom platform. The
organization from the National down is moving the communication channels to
zoom. Therefore, 

 

Note!

soon there will no longer be conference call numbers outside of zoom.
However, zoom does have conference numbers. They will change from
time-to-time.

 

Cleveland, starting this coming week, I will meet with Committees. I would
like to get thoughts on activities and advocacy projects. So, keep a look
out for my call.

 

I want to thank everyone for participating with the Check In Breakfast Call.
It has been a hit. It is continuing to grow. If you have not joined in on
the call, please do so. The number is,

T: (712) 775-7031 

C: 240281423.

Time: 10:00 to 10:30 PM EDT.

Date: Daily (7 days per week)

 

Today at 4:   PM EDT. Joann Williams will host an "Encouraging Power" This
is a program for members to become uplifted and inspired. Please join the
call at 4 on the Ohio conference line:

T: (712) 775-7031

C: 240281423.

 

Finally, members, please send your dues to Natassha Ricks, Treasurer  at her
address. Dues are $15.00. If you do not pay, you are unable to vote during
the 2020 National and State Conventions. Also, call Natassha when they are
mailed, so that she can keep a watch for them. Her address is

6980 Ladd Lane,

Maple Heights, Ohio 44137

(216) 376-9863

 

Announcement:

Cleveland Members,

In response to COVID-19, Lyft is offering free rides to blind riders using
the $25 valued code CVNFB25 until April 30, 2020, for essential services, as
deemed by your locality (i.e., grocery store, pharmacy, critical healthcare
services). Essential rides may include the following, subject to local
guidance: 

*	Rides to "essential services" as deemed by your locality (such as
grocery store, food bank, pharmacy, hardware store)
*	Rides for families/caregivers/social workers to deliver needed
supplies or services for homebound and/or self-isolating people (such as
older adults)
*	Rides for senior citizens and other individuals to health
appointments
*	Rides for senior citizens to go shopping during seniors-only
shopping hours at a grocery store

This offer is intended for NFB members. Please do not post this on social
media channels. 

 

Limited quantity available. Max one redemption per user. Valid for rides
through April 30, 2020. Cannot be combined with other ride credits or
offers. Subject to Lyft's Terms of Service
<https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lyft.com%2Fterms> . All
riders are asked to stay home if they are sick, and should work with a
medical professional to discuss transportation options if they need to see a
doctor. Per the CDC, anyone who suspects they may have or is diagnosed with
COVID-19 should not use ridesharing.

In order to use the code, individuals who you approve must:

Contact the Ohio Affiliate, Richard Payne or Vice President, Suzanne Turner
for the code.

a.	download and install the Lyft mobile application ("Lyft App") on a
compatible mobile device
b.	create and maintain an active Lyft account, including agreeing to
Lyft's Terms of Service.
c.	successfully redeem the code in the Rider's Lyft App
d.	take a standard ride on the Lyft App

(Note: for a ride taken by a rider that exceeds the amount of the Lyft code,
Lyft will charge the rider's personal payment method on file for the
remaining cost of the ride.)

 

 

Here are the upcoming events in the Zoom Platform. I have just inserted the
telephone number. If you would like the other selections of how to attend,
they will be at the end of this update. 

 

1: NFB Ohio -- April 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM EDT. 

Topic: 

the corona virus and updates on the Pandemic

-- Laurie Pfahler, Community/Transition Nurse from Southwest General
Hospital will talk to members about the corona virus and provide updates on
COVID-19 safety measures, answer frequent questions and offer tips on
staying mentally healthy during the pandemic.

T: 1 669 900 6833 

C: 408 185 0851

 

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2: NFB of Ohio - Thursday, April 30, 2020, Time: 6:30 PM EDT.

Topic:

The Blind History Lady will present some interesting facts regarding the
unique place in history that Ohio played on behalf of the blind.  She will
bring to the call, stories of a few of the interesting lives led by blind
men and women of Ohio.

T: 1 669 900 6833 

C: 408 185 0851

 

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3: NFB of Ohio -- Tuesday, May 5, 2020, Time: 4:00 PM EDT.

Blind students are still in school, and blind job seekers are still
receiving services from Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities and the
Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired. The agency has worked hard to
see that services have not been interrupted  any more than the current
circumstances make it necessary to do so. Join us to learn how services are
being delivered remotely and what you should still expect from BSVI. Learn
what you should do if you need to apply for services, or if you are
experiencing interruptions in services for any reason. 

This is not a forum for discussing individual concerns but rather to gain
information to benefit yourself and others in the blindness community.

T: 1 669 900 6833

C: 408 185 0851

 

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4: NFB of Ohio -- Friday, May 8, 2020, Time: 7:00 EDT

Topic:

Women Blazing Trails from Within and Beyond!

 

Join Suzanne Turner, as she has an influential, and yet candid conversation
with several female leaders in the National Federation of the Blind
discussing, "when everyone is pulling at your strings, how do you keep from
unraveling? she will talk to Pam Allen, Jeannie Massay, Patricia Maurer,
Denise Avant, Barbara Pierce and others who will provide insight and take
questions on juggling family, advocacy and career; while developing into a
distinguished and experienced Leader in the movement. Thus, using real-life
experiences as they've climbed the ladder.

 

The NFB of Ohio hopes that this topic will help female members reach beyond
their comfort zone and explore strategies to eliminate feelings of
inadequacy and achieve authenticity; not only in the organization, but
across the world!

T: 1 669 900 6833 

C: 408 185 0851

 

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See other ways to join:

 

NFB Ohio -- Thursday, April 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM EDT. 

Topic: 

the corona virus and updates on the Pandemic

-- Laurie Pfahler, Community/Transition Nurse from Southwest General
Hospital will talk to members about the corona virus and provide updates on
COVID-19 safety measures, answer frequent questions and offer tips on
staying mentally healthy during the pandemic.

 

Join Zoom Meeting

 <https://zoom.us/j/4081850851> https://zoom.us/j/4081850851

Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

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Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

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NFB of Ohio - April 30, 2020, Time: 6:30 PM EDT.

Topic:

The Blind History Lady will present some interesting facts regarding the
unique place in history that Ohio played on behalf of the blind.  She will
bring to the call, stories of a few of the interesting lives led by blind
men and women of Ohio.

 

Join Zoom Meeting

 <https://zoom.us/j/4081850851> https://zoom.us/j/4081850851

 

Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

One tap mobile

+16468769923,,4081850851# US (New York)

+13017158592,,4081850851# US (Germantown)

 

Dial by your location

        +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)

        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)

        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

Find your local number:  <https://zoom.us/u/abUfeUkQWm>
https://zoom.us/u/abUfeUkQWm

 

Join by Skype for Business

 <https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851> https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851

 

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NFB of Ohio -- Friday, May 8, 2020, Time: 7:00 EDT

Topic:

Women Blazing Trails from Within and Beyond!

 

Join Suzanne Turner, as she has an influential, and yet candid conversation
with several female leaders in the National Federation of the Blind
discussing, "when everyone is pulling at your strings, how do you keep from
unraveling? she will talk to Pam Allen, Jeannie Massay, Patricia Maurer,
Denise Avant, Barbara Pierce and others who will provide insight and take
questions on juggling family, advocacy and career; while developing into a
distinguished and experienced Leader in the movement. Thus, using real-life
experiences as they've climbed the ladder.

 

The NFB of Ohio hopes that this topic will help female members reach beyond
their comfort zone and explore strategies to eliminate feelings of
inadequacy and achieve authenticity; not only in the organization, but
across the world!

 

Join Zoom Meeting

 <https://zoom.us/j/4081850851> https://zoom.us/j/4081850851

 

Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

One tap mobile

+16468769923,,4081850851# US (New York)

+13017158592,,4081850851# US (Germantown)

 

Dial by your location

        +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)

        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)

        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

Meeting ID: 408 185 0851

Find your local number:  <https://zoom.us/u/abUfeUkQWm>
https://zoom.us/u/abUfeUkQWm

 

Join by Skype for Business

 <https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851> https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851

 

 

 

 

 

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