[Nfbv-fairfax] Fw: [Nfbv-announce] Computers for the Blind

[Wanda Taylor]

Please see announcement below.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Fredric Schroeder" <fschroeder at sks.com>
To: "'Steve Starner'" <SStarner at americanoffice.com>; "'NFBV Announce'" 
<nfbv-announce at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 11:39 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfbv-announce] Computers for the Blind


> Glad to hear it.
>
> Fred Schroeder
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Steve Starner [mailto:SStarner at americanoffice.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 02, 2013 4:22 PM
> To: Fredric Schroeder; NFBV Announce
> Subject: RE: [Nfbv-announce] Computers for the Blind
>
> I know and have worked with this organization. A great resource. I did
> purchase one of their computers for my step-son who would not have had the
> opportunity to have his own computer. They were wonderful to work with,
> very, very, helpful.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfbv-announce [mailto:nfbv-announce-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Fredric Schroeder
> Sent: Wednesday, October 02, 2013 1:16 PM
> To: NFBV Announce
> Subject: [Nfbv-announce] Computers for the Blind
>
> From Nikki Jeffords: I do not know anything about this organization, but 
> it
> may be a good resource for individuals needing a low cost computer.
>
>
>
>
>
> Dear Colleagues,
>
>
>
> It is my pleasure to introduce you to Computers for the Blind (CFTB).
>
>
>
> Who we are:
>
> Computers for the Blind (CFTB) is a non-profit 501(c) 3 volunteer
> organization located in Richardson, TX.
>
>
>
> What we do:
>
> We provide accessible computers to persons who are blind and visually
> impaired so that they can have:
>
> -The independent ability to conduct activities of daily living such as
> personal reading, management of finances, and maintenance of household
> records.
>
> -Personal and private communications with friends, family, health care
> professionals and business associates.
>
> -A virtual learning environment where information resources are just a
> finger-tip away.
>
> -Improved employment opportunities through the development of knowledge,
> skills, and marketable abilities.
>
> How we do it:
>
> We collect donated laptop and desktop computers from businesses and
> individuals. Skilled volunteer computer technicians wipe them clean and
> install screen reader software (NVDA). Upon request we provide larger
> monitors and/or a trial version of Zoomtext. The full version is available
> for $200. E-mail and word processor software are part of the software
> library along with simple accessible tutorials on how to operate the
> accessible software. We currently ship about 70 computers a month 
> throughout
> the country and have already shipped over 6,000 computers. We ship a 
> minimum
> Dual Core 1.8 GHz, with1.5 GB memory and 80 GB hard drive. Occasionally we
> are able to ship Pentium 4 3.0 GHz systems.
>
>
>
> Who can get a computer:
>
> Anyone with a visual impairment who is serious about using it and is 
> willing
> to commit to the learning process. The cost to the consumer is $100 for a
> desktop, $150 for a laptop. They make perfect Christmas or birthday 
> presents
> from family and friends.
>
>
>
> These computers are ideal for persons who want/need a computer but the
> purchase of one through a state vocational rehabilitation agency is
> currently not available. We  can we partner together to meet the needs of
> your consumers/clients.  Please consider referring us to someone who could
> benefit from one.
>
>
>
> For general inquires or to request a computer contact us at:
>
> Computers for the Blind
>
> 214-340-6328
>
> info at computersfortheblind.net
>
>
>
> Please share with others in your networks.
>
>
>
> Respectfully,
>
>
>
> David Jeppson, COMS, M.Ed
>
> Executive Director
> Computers for the Blind
> djeppson at computersfortheblind.net
>
> www.computersfortheblind.net
>
> www.expertsonblindness.com
> http://www.LinkedIn.com/in/davidjeppson (join my network)
> 214-293-8819
>
>
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