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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><h1>Be the senior in charge of your life.<span style='line-height:115%'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoPlainText style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'>Are you feeling isolated from friends and family because of your sight loss?<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'>Have you stopped shopping because clothing and food labels are too hard to read? <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'>Does pouring liquids make you anxious because of the fear of spilling or being burned by hot liquids?<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'>Do you struggle to manage medications and monitoring your health because you cannot read the blood pressure or other medical device output? <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'>Is losing vision keeping you from enjoying the things you used to do in your community?<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come to the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia state convention in Williamsburg from November 2 to 5. Meet others like you who have adapted to changes in their vision and learn how you can thrive.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>While the complete draft agenda is attached, and a revised version will be published in about 1 week, we have detailed some of the highlights for seniors below.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Thursday, November 2<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Silver Bells Reunion and Open House Dinner Please join us to learn about our transformative senior empowerment programs. If you have never attended Silver Bells, find out more about the program from past participants. If you are one of our 120+ alumni, reconnect with alumni and staff while learning about upcoming training opportunities. Reconnect with old friends and make new ones. Discover how our training will help you live the life you want! Please make certain to include the Silver Bells dinner in your registration because this meal has a separate charge. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Friday, November 3<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>General Session starts at 9:00 AM, and our opening ceremonies will officially kick off this year's convention. Claim your seat early in case you're among the first to claim a door prize!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:right;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Learn about Silver Bells and other programs for blind and low vision seniors– During the morning session, you will hear from members of prior Silver Bells classes and how they have extended their learning in partnership with the Virginia Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>What We accomplish as a national organization Together – We're doing great things in Virginia, but did you also know we're making a tremendous impact across the country? Learn about our national accomplishments from our national representative, Donald Porterfield, President. National Federation of the Blind of Arizona.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Friday afternoon Seminars or tours: We are providing tempting choices on Friday afternoon including:<o:p></o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>An accessible tour of Colonial Williamsburg<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Getting to your Destination: How Orientation & Mobility Techniques and new Assistive Technology can help you along your journey.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Learn First Aid – Please consider our first aid class taught by blind instructors who are certified to teach first aid. Learn the skills to protect your family and your community. This class is limited to the first 20 class registrants who write to Christine Grassman <a href="mailto:cfgrassman@icloud.com">cfgrassman@icloud.com</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Exhibit Hall and Low Vision Resource Fair - Discover the latest in emerging assistive technology! – Why read about interesting gadgets when you could experience them? Why take our word for excellent services across Virginia when you could talk directly to the people who offer them? This and a lot more at our exhibit hall/Low Vision Resource Fair.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:.25in'><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Friday Night Williamsburg Hospitality - Hey, who said seniors cannot have fun? Immerse yourself in our evening celebration organized by our host chapter. Let down your hair and join us for this energetic celebration!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Public Meeting on DBVI Divisions, Programs and Services - As one of our key partners, it's always a pleasure to hear from senior members of the Virginia DBVI leadership. Bring your questions and comments. Let your voice be heard!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:normal'><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Saturday, November 4<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:.25in;line-height:normal'><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Learn what is possible from various success stories as part of our morning general session.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Meet DBVI Commissioner Mitchell - Come hear all about his plans and vision for blind Virginians.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Seniors Division Workshop – Join fellow seniors for this exploration of low vision and non-visual techniques including individual</span> instruction and demonstration of nonvisual methods to help you succeed in your kitchen, manage your health, access information, and use accessible cell phones. Learn A<span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>pproaches to care for grandchildren and address safety concerns from within our own families. Build your community of peers and positive role models across Virginia.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Attend one of two accessible self-defense classes but you’ll want to register by emailing <a href="mailto:ngreenseed@gmail.com">ngreenseed@gmail.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Banquet - The Saturday Evening Banquet is a highlight of the convention featuring an inspiring address from Donald Porterfield, President of the National Federation of the Blind of Arizona, </span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><h1>Sunday, November 5<o:p></o:p></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Federation Town Hall with Donald Porterfield and Tracy Soforenko<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Participate in the work of our movement by helping us set policy.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>The National Federation of the Blind of Virginia Convention combines excellent networking with positive blind role models, fellowship with old and new friends across the Commonwealth, and some of the best presentations on topics important to the blind of Virginia.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>You will want to act before October 12 to book your hotel reservation and register for our convention registration and meals.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>The complete agenda and details on convention registration and hotel reservations can be found at:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><a href="https://nfbv.org/convention">https://nfbv.org/convention</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Have questions? Call or text our seniors division president, Patty Droppers, at 703-981-3363. Patty’s email is <a href="mailto:pdroppers@ljpete.com">pdroppers@ljpete.com</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>