[nfbwatlk] Seeking suggestions for a reading assistant at home

[Mary ellen]

Hi Jamal,

The American Association of University Women could be perfect!  I'm sure
there is at least one chapter in the Seattle area, though I don't know
whether the national web site could point you to the local leaders.

Delta Gamma Sorority Alumni chapters are also a good source, since reading
for blind students has traditionally been one of their mandates.

If you're fine with having young children around while you read, Mom and Tot
programs could potentially lead you to moms who don't have paying jobs and
would like a little time concentrating on something other than their
toddlers, (though the presence of said toddlers may be part of the
scenario.)  One friend got his best readers by asking the local La Leche
League leader to mention his need at a meeting.)

Technology and the changing volunteer landscape mean traditional sources of
readers are not as effective as they used to be.  I'm sure many of us would
be interested in knowing how you solved this problem and which suggestions
ended up being dry holes.

Mary Ellen


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Subject: [nfbwatlk] Seeking suggestions for a reading assistant at home

Fellow Federations in the Seattle area,

I have talked with some of you about this and continue to seek suggestions.
As a blind person new to Seattle, how can I get a reader for print mail,
paperwork, etc. for a couple hours a week at my home in Ballard?  I am
willing to pay if there is no good source for volunteers.  Someone with
college-level skills would work regardless of age.


Feel free to suggest either sources of readers or individuals you would
recommend.  Thanks for any ideas you can share!


Cheers,

Jamal



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