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Suzanne<div><br></div><div>I just got a Facebook message from NFB’s Facebook page that Mark Riccobono did enjoy and appreciated that textural painting @Jourbey Doen The River” that I Face to him at the last convention that they took a photo of him with the artwork and it will on display with other artwork at NFB’s main office!! </div><div><br></div><div>Owen</div><div><br><br><a href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><br><br><p class="yahoo-quoted-begin" style="font-size: 15px; color: #715FFA; padding-top: 15px; margin-top: 0">On Friday, February 1, 2019, 11:10 AM, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland <nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org> wrote:</p><blockquote class="iosymail"><div id="yiv4968870062"><div>
<div>Here is the flyer that I will Be involved in Special Needs and the art. There is a free panel discussion that I’m involved in Feb 12, at the downtown library 9am to 12am. Any questions please email or call me <a dir="ltr" href="tel:440%20724%201530" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="1">440 724 1530</a> thanks<span id="yiv4968870062yahoo-rte-cursor-span"></span></div><div><br clear="none"></div><div>Owen</div><div><br clear="none"></div><img class="yiv4968870062ymail-preserve-class yiv4968870062inline-image-guid-785900EB-81BA-4548-94E0-F568C6701ABD yiv4968870062rte-inline-saved-image" src="" alt="Inline image" style="width:100%;"><div><br clear="none"></div><br clear="none"><br clear="none"><br clear="none"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" target="_blank" href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><br clear="none"><br clear="none"><div class="yiv4968870062yqt4520829081" id="yiv4968870062yqt52412"><p class="yiv4968870062yahoo-quoted-begin" style="font-size:15px;color:#715FFA;padding-top:15px;margin-top:0;">On Friday, February 1, 2019, 10:56 AM, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland <nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org> wrote:</p><blockquote class="yiv4968870062iosymail"><div id="yiv4968870062"><div>
I will try to make the February’s meeting! A lot going on if there isn’t anymore major solar vortex! I’ll be at The the Sight center a couple Times nextweek for some career assessment and comput testing. Also on February 12 I was asked to be in a panel for disabled artists and getting work out there. they are meeting in the downtown library this is through VSA Ohio. Very busy!!<div><br clear="none"></div><div>Owen<br clear="none"><br clear="none"><br clear="none"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" target="_blank" href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><br clear="none"><br clear="none"><div class="yiv4968870062yqt9912304481" id="yiv4968870062yqt46568"><p class="yiv4968870062yahoo-quoted-begin" style="font-size:15px;color:#715FFA;padding-top:15px;margin-top:0;">On Friday, February 1, 2019, 9:24 AM, Ali Benmerzouga via NFBOH-Cleveland <nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org> wrote:</p><blockquote class="yiv4968870062iosymail"><div id="yiv4968870062"><style>#yiv4968870062 --
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal">Thanks a lot Suzanne for providing the Cleveland Announcements! Two thumbs up!</p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal">Take care and have a great weekend.</p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal">Ali</p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> NFBOH-Cleveland <nfboh-cleveland-bounces@nfbnet.org>
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Suzanne Turner via NFBOH-Cleveland<br clear="none">
<b>Sent:</b> Thursday, January 31, 2019 6:17 PM<br clear="none">
<b>To:</b> NFBOH-Cleveland@nfbnet.org; 'Lisa Bostick' <lbostick04@jcu.edu>; Victory71351@AOL.COM; AlexisTyson2000@Yahoo.com; wturner@clevelandsightcenter.org; 'Edgarsfarm' <edgarsfarm@aol.com>; 'Sandra Krems' <slkrems@yahoo.com>; Lelinda@roadrunner.com; Campbelllegal87@gmail.com;
bdowdy1983@gmail.com; reggandjack@aol.com; bryantealysr@yahoo.com; shawgriff781@gmail.com; Leeth123@roadrunner.com; cantseecutie@att.net; Nricks123@me.com; stuff12993@aol.com; william.h.turner@ssa.gov; Williamsjoann@outlook.com; lmr.upshaw@gmail.com<br clear="none">
<b>Cc:</b> Suzanne Turner <smturner.234@gmail.com><br clear="none">
<b>Subject:</b> [NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Announcements</p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Outreach:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Last month, The Community Engagement Committee provided outreach efforts with information about the National Federation of the Blind and demonstrated accessible technology.
Visited were two Senior Communities, Riverview Towers and King Kennedy Towers. An extended thanks to Cleveland members, Cheryl Fields and Theresa McKenney who presented.</span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Louis Brail birthday:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">In January, Louis Brail birthday was recognized by the Cleveland Chapter’s Community Engagement Committee. Thanks to Cheryl Fields and Ronnie Leeth along with guide dog
Peaches, for demonstrating the white cane and guide dog practices with the children at St. Adalbert Elementary school. Braille was discussed as well as reasonable accommodations. Also Cleveland’s gracious donations of puzzles were presented to the school as
well. </span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Washington Seminar:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;">The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter members, Suzanne Turner and Ali Benmerzouga
have returned from the Washington Seminar advocating for positive change. Over 600 members of The National Federation of the Blind across the country including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico gathered in D.C on Monday through Wednesday meeting with
our respective Congressional Representatives and Senators. Ohio had five teams that went to the Hill and discuss three initiatives, such as, The Access Technology Affordability Act, that spoke about THE COST OF NEEDED ACCESS TECHNOLOGY which is OUT OF REACH
FOR MOST BLIND AMERICANS. Most access technology ranges from $1,000 to $6,000. Also, Medical insurance will not cover the cost of access technology, like a talking glucose monitor or a blood pressure device. This bill will, establish a refundable tax credit
for blind Americans in the amount of $2,000 to be used over a three-year period. If the Access Technology Affordability Act becomes into fruition, the blind could purchase a piece of technology, such as, a popular Braille note taker, file a tax return and
then use this refundable tax credit. We will discuss these Acts at the next Chapter meeting.</span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Secret Shopper:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">President Suzanne has been selected to represent the Ohio Affiliate by posing as a secret shopper. This secret shopper activity will begin February 1,<sup> 2019</sup> to
ensure that the Grayhound Bus Company is providing accommodations to the blind. Currently their online portal is not accessible . Therefore all states will record the company’s attitudes and policies when a blind person contacts them to purchase a ticket.</span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Ohio Affiliate Conference Call:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">President, Richard Payne has scheduled a teleconference call to address concerns, exchange ideas and problem solve. This call is to bring the affiliate up to date and
educate each other about the needs of our state affiliate and the importance of getting involved. You can call the President if you are aware of something that you would like addressed at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(937)%20829-3368" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="26">(937) 829-3368</a></a>. </span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Conference Call date: February 4<sup>th</sup></span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Time: 7:00 PM</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Number: <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:712/775/7031;240281423" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="27">712/775/7031</a></a></span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:712/775/7031;240281423" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="27">Code: 240281423</a></a></span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">February Chapter Meeting:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The Cleveland Chapter will hold our February meeting on February 15, 2019 at 3:00 to 5:00 P.m. at the Cleveland Sight Center, located at 1909 E 101<sup>st</sup> Street,
Cleveland, Ohio 44106. Please bring used white canes and gently worn and new clothing for our two donation drives. Thank you Edward Louden, Sandy Krems and Cheryl Fields for heading these two important initiatives.</span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Dues are being accepted now:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The Cleveland Chapter’s Treasurer, Natassha Ricks will take dues at the next meeting. Please pay $10.00 for yearly dues and $5.00 to help with bereavement situations. Also,
if your address, telephone number, and or email has changed. Please contact our Recording Secretary, Cheryl Fields to update. Her telephone number is <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(216)%20566-4317" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="29">(216) 566-4317</a></a> or email at
<a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:cefields55@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:cefields55@gmail.com">cefields55@gmail.com</a></span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Cleveland Food Bank:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Please plan to join the NFB Cleveland chapter to help out at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank on February 28, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help sort
and repack perishable and nonperishable food that will later be distributed to local food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. Volunteers need to register and RSVP in advance. Please call Sandy Krems <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(440)%20479-4537" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="31">(440) 479-4537</a></a> or Email
<a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:slkrems@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:slkrems@gmail.com">slkrems@gmail.</a>com </span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Providing Solutions for Vision Loss:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Under the umbrella of the Ohio Senior Division, Sandy Krems and Gloria Conway facilitates a monthly conference call on Providing Solutions for Vision Loss. At the next meeting,
there will be a compelling talk on “<span style="color:black;">Living With and Without Sight--Stuck in the Transition” by Ohio Affiliate Vice president, Sheri Albers. Sheri will address this life changing experience of being stuck in the middle. You do not
want to miss her powerful </span>presentation.</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Date: February 17, 2019,
</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Time: 7:00 P.M.</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Conference line: <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="33">712-775-7031</a></a></span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="33">Code: </a></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="33">240281423</a></a></span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Flying Pig Marathon:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">It is time for the Flying Pig Marathon that takes place in Cincinnati Ohio. Every year the Ohio Affiliate takes part in the Piggest Raffel Ever. President, Suzanne will
have tickets on hand at the February Chapter meeting. The tickets are $5.00 each. You can win up to $10k dollars if your ticket is pulled. Also, the Ohio Affiliate will mand a table to raise $500.00 for handing out tissues to the runners. If you would like
to volunteer at this event, contact Suzanne Turner at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(216)%20990-6199" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="36">(216) 990-6199</a></a> or email, <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:SMTurner.234@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:SMTurner.234@gmail.com">
SMTurner.234@gmail.com</a></span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">(BELL)</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The Ohio Affiliate is seeking volunteers for the Braille Enrichment Literacy and Learning (Bell) Program that will take place in July. Volunteers are needed to assist with
food preparation, children activities, custodial efforts and more. Eric Duffy is coordinating this endeavor. For more information, please contact him at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(614)%20377-9877" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="38">(614) 377-9877</a></a> or by email at
<a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:peduffy63@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:peduffy63@gmail.com">peduffy63@gmail.com</a> </span></p>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Ohio Braille Literacy Classes:</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Free Braille Course – Dayton, Columbus, Cleveland and Toledo</span></b></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, in partnership with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, is pleased to announce an opportunity to learn Braille through
one on one instruction, in a peer and mentor-supported environment.</span></p>
<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The kick-off for this unique learning opportunity will take place in Cleveland April 12-14. This fun filled weekend will lay the foundation for a positive introduction to
Braille. Apply by February 22. for more information, contact Debra Baker at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:937-206-2935" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="40">937-206-2935</a></a> or
<span class="yiv4968870062MsoHyperlink"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:dgventure915@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:dgventure915@gmail.com">dgventure915@gmail.com</a></span>, or Marianne Denning at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:513-607-6053" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="42">513-607-6053</a></a> or
<span class="yiv4968870062MsoHyperlink"><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:marianne@denningweb.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:marianne@denningweb.com">marianne@denningweb.com</a></span>
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">A Weekend in Columbus
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<p class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Cleveland, from April 5<sup>th</sup> through to April 10<sup>th</sup> 2019, there will be several activities for members to engage with at the State level. First, The training
for BELL will be on Friday and Saturday, April 5<sup>th</sup> and April 6<sup>th</sup> 2019. Then on Sunday morning, April 7<sup>th</sup>, 2019, the Ohio State Affiliate Board will be in session. On Sunday evening and Monday respectively, April 7<sup>th</sup>
and Monday, April 8<sup>th</sup> , President, Richard Payne will hold a Leadership Seminar. Finally, we will embark upon the Ohio State Capitol to advocate for positive change. This will be on the 9<sup>th</sup> and possibly the 10th of April. If you can
attend all activities, please contact Ohio Affiliate President, Richard Payne at
<a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:RChpay7@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:RChpay7@gmail.com">RChpay7@gmail.com</a> or Legislative Chairperson, Sheri Albers at
<a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" ymailto="mailto:Sheri.Albers87@gmail.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:Sheri.Albers87@gmail.com">Sheri.Albers87@gmail.com</a>. However if you can attend only a part of this endeavor, contact President, Suzanne and let her know if you are wishing to attend the State Board meeting, be considered for the Columbus
Seminar or Bell.</span></p>
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<p align="center" class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">The Love Bird Romantic Getaway:</span></b></p>
<p align="center" class="yiv4968870062MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;">Natassha Ricks will have tickets for Cleveland’s fundraiser,
<b>The Love Bird Romantic Getaway. Also, you will be provided a flyer to present that will explain the guidelines. Participants can win one of three prizes which includes,</b></span></p>
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First prize: Check-In One of Six Hilton Hotels located throughout the state for a Romantic Night.</p>
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Second prize: A Romantic Love Bird Gift Basket worth over $50.00, which includes him and her attire, wine, chocolate strawberries and more.</p>
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Third prize: A $50.00 Cash Visa Gift Card.</p>
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Tickets are $10.00 each. The drawing will be at the May 17, 2019 meeting.</p>
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Calendar:</p>
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Feb. 4<sup>th</sup>, Ohio Teleconference Call</p>
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Feb. 15<sup>th</sup>, Cleveland Chapter Meeting</p>
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Feb. 17<sup>th,</sup> Providing Solutions for Vision Loss Conference Call</p>
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Feb. 28<sup>th</sup> Food Bank</p>
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April 5<sup>th</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup>, BELL Training</p>
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April 7<sup>th </sup>Columbus State Board Meeting , </p>
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April 9<sup>th</sup>, Columbus Seminar</p>
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July 7<sup>th</sup> thru July 12<sup>th</sup>, National Convention</p>
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November 1<sup>st thru November 3rd </sup>, State of Ohio Convention</p>
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For more information, please contact Cheryl Fields, Recording Secretary at <a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"></a><a rel="nofollow" shape="rect" dir="ltr"><a dir="ltr" href="tel:(216)%20566-4317" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="46">(216) 566-4317</a></a>.</p>
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Remember:</p>
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Blindness is not what holds you back! You can live the life you want!</p></div>
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