[Ohio-Talk] Ohio-Talk Digest, Vol 146, Issue 26
Owen McCafferty
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Mon Apr 20 12:09:10 UTC 2020
Question regarding the scheduled conferances. Are this just telephone conferences or are we able to use Use ZOOM?? I just think it would be a great opportunity to stay connected with each other and we could motivate each other. I am not trying to complain but lookjng at the ahedule Conferances I don’t see that mentioned? We have the technology so lets use it. That’s all I’m saying.
Owen
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Today's Topics:
1. Encouraging Power (Suzanne Turner)
2. Re: Encouraging Power (Wanda )
3. Accessible Apartment (Suzanne Turner)
4. Re: Encouraging Power (Carolyn Peters)
5. Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the recipients of
"WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week (Suzanne Turner)
6. Re: Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the recipients
of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week (Dave Bertsch)
7. Re: Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the recipients
of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week (Carolyn Peters)
8. Re: Accessible Apartment (justjo at gmx.us)
9. Re: Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the recipients
of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week (Richard Payne)
10. THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE (Richard Payne)
11. Re: THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE (c16a19f at sbcglobal.net)
12. Re: THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE (Richard Payne)
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Message: 1
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 16:33:39 -0400
From: "Suzanne Turner" <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
To: <L.watilo at gmail.com>, "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion
List'" <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>, <NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, "'Lisa
Bostick''" <lbostick04 at jcu.edu>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<AlexisTyson2000 at Yahoo.com>, <wturner at clevelandsightcenter.org>,
"'Edgarsfarm'" <edgarsfarm at aol.com>, "'Sandra Krems'"
<slkrems at yahoo.com>, <milenacleve at roadrunner.com>,
<bdowdy1983 at gmail.com>, <shawgriff781 at gmail.com>,
<Leeth123 at roadrunner.com>, <cantseecutie at att.net>, <Nricks123 at me.com>,
<stuff12993 at aol.com>, <william.h.turner at ssa.gov>,
<wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org>, <lmr.upshaw at gmail.com>,
<MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com>, "'kiana hill'" <kiah976 at att.net>,
<Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com>, "'Dave Bertsch'"
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>, <patrinkle at icloud.com>, "'Ali Benmerzouga''"
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com>, <regina.mason216 at gmail.com>,
<ccjeff at ameritech.net>, <Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com>, "'Albert Elia'"
<al4.elia at gmail.com>, <Arringtonrs at gmail.com>, <lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov>,
<NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com>, <WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net>,
<Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com>, <jessicajones0199 at gmail.com>,
<jessecooperhall at gmail.com>, "'Heather Ways'" <heatherways at yahoo.com>,
<jtschwoebel at gmail.com>, <lewisbarbee at yahoo.com>, <remacd3 at gmail.com>,
<Chefgreen56 at gmail.com>, <delcenia at prodigy.net>,
<Campbelllegal87 at gmail.com>, <riscw619 at gmail.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <davidgGray1984 at gmail.com>,
<dwjann57 at gmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <charlenebolden at att.net>,
<BillieGraham38 at gmail.com>, <williamsjoann at outlook.com>,
<garwilli4luv at yahoo.com>, <Butler.Henry at icloud.com>,
<TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com>, <lelinda at roadrunner.com>,
<rskill2008 at bellsouth.net>, <TurnerW794 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Encouraging Power
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Dear Cleveland, Ohio Members and Friends,
On Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 4:00 PM, the Cleveland Chapter Cheering
Committee is inviting all to come and participate in an "Encouraging Power
Hour". Come with songs, instrumentals, prayers, scriptures and inspirational
thoughts to uplift and encourage one another.
Joann Williams, Coordinator will facilitate this event. If you would like to
be on program, please send an email to,
president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com
<mailto:president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com> . All are welcome to attend,
even if you do not wish to be on program. This is a wonderful opportunity to
fellowship and uplift spirits!
So, come on and join us next Sunday for song, words of encouragement and
togetherness!
"Tough times never last, but tough people do".
By - Robert H Schuller
Here is the calling information:
T: 712-775-7031
C: 240281423
Time: 4:00 PM
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2020
Please share!
Joann Williams,
Cleveland Cheering Coordinator
National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
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Message: 2
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:30:17 -0400
From: "Wanda " <wsloan118 at roadrunner.com>
To: "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'"
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Encouraging Power
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Thanks, got your message. I shall replay to Joann also
Wan
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From: Ohio-Talk [mailto:ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Suzanne
Turner via Ohio-Talk
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2020 4:34 PM
To: L.watilo at gmail.com; 'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>; NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org; 'Lisa Bostick''
<lbostick04 at jcu.edu>; Victory71351 at AOL.COM; AlexisTyson2000 at Yahoo.com;
wturner at clevelandsightcenter.org; 'Edgarsfarm' <edgarsfarm at aol.com>; 'Sandra
Krems' <slkrems at yahoo.com>; milenacleve at roadrunner.com;
bdowdy1983 at gmail.com; shawgriff781 at gmail.com; Leeth123 at roadrunner.com;
cantseecutie at att.net; Nricks123 at me.com; stuff12993 at aol.com;
william.h.turner at ssa.gov; wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org;
lmr.upshaw at gmail.com; MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com; 'kiana hill'
<kiah976 at att.net>; Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com; 'Dave Bertsch'
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>; patrinkle at icloud.com; 'Ali Benmerzouga''
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com; regina.mason216 at gmail.com;
ccjeff at ameritech.net; Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com; 'Albert Elia'
<al4.elia at gmail.com>; Arringtonrs at gmail.com; lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov;
NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org; Victory71351 at AOL.COM; BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com;
WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net; Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com;
jessicajones0199 at gmail.com; jessecooperhall at gmail.com; 'Heather Ways'
<heatherways at yahoo.com>; jtschwoebel at gmail.com; lewisbarbee at yahoo.com;
remacd3 at gmail.com; Chefgreen56 at gmail.com; delcenia at prodigy.net;
Campbelllegal87 at gmail.com; riscw619 at gmail.com; abcfamily89 at gmail.com;
davidgGray1984 at gmail.com; dwjann57 at gmail.com; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
abcfamily89 at gmail.com; charlenebolden at att.net; BillieGraham38 at gmail.com;
williamsjoann at outlook.com; garwilli4luv at yahoo.com; Butler.Henry at icloud.com;
TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com; lelinda at roadrunner.com; rskill2008 at bellsouth.net;
TurnerW794 at gmail.com
Cc: Suzanne Turner <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Encouraging Power
Dear Cleveland, Ohio Members and Friends,
On Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 4:00 PM, the Cleveland Chapter Cheering
Committee is inviting all to come and participate in an "Encouraging Power
Hour". Come with songs, instrumentals, prayers, scriptures and inspirational
thoughts to uplift and encourage one another.
Joann Williams, Coordinator will facilitate this event. If you would like to
be on program, please send an email to,
president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com
<mailto:president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com> . All are welcome to attend,
even if you do not wish to be on program. This is a wonderful opportunity to
fellowship and uplift spirits!
So, come on and join us next Sunday for song, words of encouragement and
togetherness!
"Tough times never last, but tough people do".
By - Robert H Schuller
Here is the calling information:
T: 712-775-7031
C: 240281423
Time: 4:00 PM
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2020
Please share!
Joann Williams,
Cleveland Cheering Coordinator
National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:52:16 -0400
From: "Suzanne Turner" <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
To: <L.watilo at gmail.com>, "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion
List'" <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>, <NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, "'Lisa
Bostick''" <lbostick04 at jcu.edu>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<AlexisTyson2000 at Yahoo.com>, <wturner at clevelandsightcenter.org>,
"'Edgarsfarm'" <edgarsfarm at aol.com>, "'Sandra Krems'"
<slkrems at yahoo.com>, <milenacleve at roadrunner.com>,
<bdowdy1983 at gmail.com>, <shawgriff781 at gmail.com>,
<Leeth123 at roadrunner.com>, <cantseecutie at att.net>, <Nricks123 at me.com>,
<stuff12993 at aol.com>, <william.h.turner at ssa.gov>,
<wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org>, <lmr.upshaw at gmail.com>,
<MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com>, "'kiana hill'" <kiah976 at att.net>,
<Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com>, "'Dave Bertsch'"
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>, <patrinkle at icloud.com>, "'Ali Benmerzouga''"
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com>, <regina.mason216 at gmail.com>,
<ccjeff at ameritech.net>, <Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com>, "'Albert Elia'"
<al4.elia at gmail.com>, <Arringtonrs at gmail.com>, <lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov>,
<NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com>, <WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net>,
<Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com>, <jessicajones0199 at gmail.com>,
<jessecooperhall at gmail.com>, "'Heather Ways'" <heatherways at yahoo.com>,
<jtschwoebel at gmail.com>, <lewisbarbee at yahoo.com>, <remacd3 at gmail.com>,
<Chefgreen56 at gmail.com>, <delcenia at prodigy.net>,
<Campbelllegal87 at gmail.com>, <riscw619 at gmail.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <davidgGray1984 at gmail.com>,
<dwjann57 at gmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <charlenebolden at att.net>,
<BillieGraham38 at gmail.com>, <williamsjoann at outlook.com>,
<garwilli4luv at yahoo.com>, <Butler.Henry at icloud.com>,
<TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com>, <lelinda at roadrunner.com>,
<rskill2008 at bellsouth.net>, <TurnerW794 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Accessible Apartment
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SHARING SOLUTION FOR VISION LOSS
Everyone, here is another valuable teleconference being offered this
weekend. The monthly Sharing Solutions for Vision Loss teleconference will
take place on Sunday evening, April 19, at 7:00 p.m. Our guest speaker will
be Beth Glas from Maximum Accessible Housing. Beth will be sharing ideas
for making homes accessible and safe for seniors and for blind and visually
impaired individuals. Here are the details for joining the teleconference
Phone number: (712) 775-7031
Access Code, when prompted: 240281423#
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2020
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The monthly teleconference is sponsored by the NFB of Ohio Senior Division.
Callers do not need to be seniors or members of NFB to participate.
Sandy Krems
slkrems at gmail.com
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter
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Message: 4
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:16:18 -0400
From: Carolyn Peters <dr.carolyn.peters at gmail.com>
To: NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Encouraging Power
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Thank you Joanne and Suzanne, this is a great idea, I would love to be a participant. If possible I?d like to open you up with Prayer to get us started. Thank you. Reverend Dr. Carolyn Peters
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> On Apr 19, 2020, at 5:31 PM, Wanda via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
?Thanks, got your message. I shall replay to Joann also
Wan
-----Original Message-----
From: Ohio-Talk [mailto:ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Suzanne
Turner via Ohio-Talk
Sent: Sunday, April 19, 2020 4:34 PM
To: L.watilo at gmail.com; 'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>; NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org; 'Lisa Bostick''
<lbostick04 at jcu.edu>; Victory71351 at AOL.COM; AlexisTyson2000 at Yahoo.com;
wturner at clevelandsightcenter.org; 'Edgarsfarm' <edgarsfarm at aol.com>; 'Sandra
Krems' <slkrems at yahoo.com>; milenacleve at roadrunner.com;
bdowdy1983 at gmail.com; shawgriff781 at gmail.com; Leeth123 at roadrunner.com;
cantseecutie at att.net; Nricks123 at me.com; stuff12993 at aol.com;
william.h.turner at ssa.gov; wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org;
lmr.upshaw at gmail.com; MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com; 'kiana hill'
<kiah976 at att.net>; Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com; 'Dave Bertsch'
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>; patrinkle at icloud.com; 'Ali Benmerzouga''
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com; regina.mason216 at gmail.com;
ccjeff at ameritech.net; Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com; 'Albert Elia'
<al4.elia at gmail.com>; Arringtonrs at gmail.com; lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov;
NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org; Victory71351 at AOL.COM; BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com;
WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net; Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com;
jessicajones0199 at gmail.com; jessecooperhall at gmail.com; 'Heather Ways'
<heatherways at yahoo.com>; jtschwoebel at gmail.com; lewisbarbee at yahoo.com;
remacd3 at gmail.com; Chefgreen56 at gmail.com; delcenia at prodigy.net;
Campbelllegal87 at gmail.com; riscw619 at gmail.com; abcfamily89 at gmail.com;
davidgGray1984 at gmail.com; dwjann57 at gmail.com; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
abcfamily89 at gmail.com; charlenebolden at att.net; BillieGraham38 at gmail.com;
williamsjoann at outlook.com; garwilli4luv at yahoo.com; Butler.Henry at icloud.com;
TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com; lelinda at roadrunner.com; rskill2008 at bellsouth.net;
TurnerW794 at gmail.com
Cc: Suzanne Turner <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Encouraging Power
Dear Cleveland, Ohio Members and Friends,
On Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 4:00 PM, the Cleveland Chapter Cheering
Committee is inviting all to come and participate in an "Encouraging Power
Hour". Come with songs, instrumentals, prayers, scriptures and inspirational
thoughts to uplift and encourage one another.
Joann Williams, Coordinator will facilitate this event. If you would like to
be on program, please send an email to,
president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com
<mailto:president.nfb.ClevelandOhio at gmail.com> . All are welcome to attend,
even if you do not wish to be on program. This is a wonderful opportunity to
fellowship and uplift spirits!
So, come on and join us next Sunday for song, words of encouragement and
togetherness!
"Tough times never last, but tough people do".
By - Robert H Schuller
Here is the calling information:
T: 712-775-7031
C: 240281423
Time: 4:00 PM
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2020
Please share!
Joann Williams,
Cleveland Cheering Coordinator
National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
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Message: 5
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:41:41 -0400
From: "Suzanne Turner" <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
To: <L.watilo at gmail.com>, "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion
List'" <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>, <NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, "'Lisa
Bostick''" <lbostick04 at jcu.edu>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<AlexisTyson2000 at Yahoo.com>, <wturner at clevelandsightcenter.org>,
"'Edgarsfarm'" <edgarsfarm at aol.com>, "'Sandra Krems'"
<slkrems at yahoo.com>, <milenacleve at roadrunner.com>,
<bdowdy1983 at gmail.com>, <shawgriff781 at gmail.com>,
<Leeth123 at roadrunner.com>, <cantseecutie at att.net>, <Nricks123 at me.com>,
<stuff12993 at aol.com>, <william.h.turner at ssa.gov>,
<wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org>, <lmr.upshaw at gmail.com>,
<MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com>, "'kiana hill'" <kiah976 at att.net>,
<Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com>, "'Dave Bertsch'"
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>, <patrinkle at icloud.com>, "'Ali Benmerzouga''"
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com>, <regina.mason216 at gmail.com>,
<ccjeff at ameritech.net>, <Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com>, "'Albert Elia'"
<al4.elia at gmail.com>, <Arringtonrs at gmail.com>, <lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov>,
<NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org>, <Victory71351 at AOL.COM>,
<BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com>, <WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net>,
<Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com>, <jessicajones0199 at gmail.com>,
<jessecooperhall at gmail.com>, "'Heather Ways'" <heatherways at yahoo.com>,
<jtschwoebel at gmail.com>, <lewisbarbee at yahoo.com>, <remacd3 at gmail.com>,
<Chefgreen56 at gmail.com>, <delcenia at prodigy.net>,
<Campbelllegal87 at gmail.com>, <riscw619 at gmail.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <davidgGray1984 at gmail.com>,
<dwjann57 at gmail.com>, <jimweiss72 at icloud.com>,
<abcfamily89 at gmail.com>, <charlenebolden at att.net>,
<BillieGraham38 at gmail.com>, <williamsjoann at outlook.com>,
<garwilli4luv at yahoo.com>, <Butler.Henry at icloud.com>,
<TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com>, <lelinda at roadrunner.com>,
<rskill2008 at bellsouth.net>, <TurnerW794 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the
recipients of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week
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Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service
In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2020, organizations
across the country honor volunteers for the irreplaceable impact of their
service to others.
Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio will kick
off The "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" NFB Community Service Challenge with one
submission that entailed three community service endeavors. Talk about over
achievers! You will be inspired by their quality of service to others, and
motivated to get involved where you are. Without further ado, I share with
you, Cleveland Chapter's community service endeavors.
"We have many more, but we are most proud of those below, Cleveland
President, Suzanne Turner stated"!
(I) The National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland, Greater Cuyahoga
County and the Ohio Affiliate, co-hosted a forum with the Cleveland City
Planning Commission in Cleveland Ohio on last Thursday. The topic was on
Shared Riding safety regulations. We were inspired about the productive
exchange of ideas, and look forward to continuing to work together to
increase accessibility through improved policies and practices on E-Bikes
and Dockless Electric Scooters. The insight that was shared by each panelist
demonstrated commitment and dedication to the meaningful conversation from
vendors, the blind community and City Hall from the evening. This exchange
of ideas and contributions was inspiring and quite informative. The National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland and Greater Cuyahoga County are looking
forward in continuing our strong partnership with the City of Cleveland. We
also extend our gratitude for their willingness to include the National
Federation of the Blind of Ohio in any new pedestrian guidelines that might
need input on accessibility for persons with disabilities.
(2) The Cleveland Chapter has partnered with St. Adalbert Elementary School
for five years now, following their classroom assignments that include
learning about the blind. In March, "Read Across America" is celebrated by
reading Dr. Seuss books. So, Cleveland join in with the children by reading
twin books "Print on one-side and Braille on the other side". We, the blind
will read the Braille, while a sighted child stands beside us reading print.
This is an awesome experience for them and us taking turns reading the same
text together. Additionally, the children have learned to identify Braille
on doorways, elevators and other identifiable objects for the blind. They
also are excited when Cleveland visits providing them with once again
Braille cards. They can not seem to get enough of those. Cleveland has also
demonstrated white cane travel and provided awareness and education about
guide dog handling. This is a highlight for the students. It never fails,
their eyes gleam and voices were raised with seeing Mateo, who is a black
lab in the Cleveland Chapter. He is definitely a hit! Our hope is that one
or more of the children will with any luck become inspired to teach, mentor,
and or advocate for the Blind. Working with St. Adalbert Elementary school
is a passion, but a vital factor in what we are attempting to accomplish
through diminishing low expectations of the blind, by teaching the youth of
today that we are just people who can not see. /// (3) The National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland offered a seminar called, "adjusting to
Blindness, An Introductory Seminar", that was held on October 5, 2019 at a
local Cleveland Public Library. This was an introductory Seminar for newly
blind individuals that highlighted best practices by Peer Mentors from the
National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland. The philosophy of the NFB was
presented, along with the "value of alternative techniques of blindness, and
the solid belief that it is okay to be blind." During the seminar, four
small sessions were offered by Peer Mentors for newly blind individuals and
their supportive companions to learn about alternative ways to continue
everyday living. These small settings offered the participants guidance,
advice, assistance and demonstrations from a real-world point of view.
Hence, sharing knowledge and experiences in order to help the participants
succeed was our main objective. Having a wonderful trusted ally to go to
whenever blind people are feeling unsure or in need is why the NFB is here.
We wanted to meet the needs of each participant in moving forward at their
own pace and under their own control. We started with a (General Session)
for all attendees Part I: The goal of this Session was to introduce the
National Federation of the Blind (NFB). Part II: The goal of this Session
was to introduce Basic Techniques and products for everyday use. Part III:
The goal of this session was to Identify, explore and recommend community
resources to enhance activities, to become involved in one's residential
area, and to increase peer interaction and support. Then, the (Breakout
Sessions) had 4 attendees present with a total of 16 participants in the
seminar. These participants rotated through four sessions; having an
opportunity to interact with Peer Mentors and explore "hands on" products,
technology, and practical methods. For instance, SESSION A: Title: Staying
Connected, accessing print and electronic media. This overview of aids,
appliances, and services that enable blind individuals to fully access
mainstream means of communication media, ranging from use of standard
telephones and note taking to reading books, periodicals, text messages,
email, and web pages were introduced. Also, Session B: Title: Literacy for
the Blind, Reading and Writing Braille. This Session provided a preliminary
summary on what is meant by Braille, who invented Braille, when Braille was
invented, and what are the benefits of learning Braille. Participants
discovered where to learn Braille, what the different grades of Braille
were, what the different codes of Braille were in the USA, what tools are
used for writing Braille and what resources are available for Braille
literacy. Finally, Session C: Title: Assistive Technology and Session D
Title: Orientation and Mobility (O&M) provided an overview of basic concepts
for the newly blind participants and their supportive companions. The
Seminar also included a member who has a License in Mental Counseling, that
facilitated a session on Coping with Vision Loss. This Peer Mentor provided
a comfortable forum for the participants to discuss their experiences of
vision loss. In addition, there was a Q/A opportunity as well that offered
information on social community services for individual and group support,
such as 211, personal insurance and other general services. The Adjustment
to Blindness seminar was researched, written, developed, and facilitated by
the Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio. We
are Peer Mentors offering information, demonstrations, and support for those
who have been affected by loss of vision or total blindness. We have
included supportive companions in the sessions to provide an open,
unobscured view on living with blindness. Both parties were provided the
same opportunity to discover every aspect of the seminar. In addition,
literature and supported researched documentation on Braille literacy,
orientation and mobility, assistive technology and low vision aids will
continually be readily available to all attendees, which will assist with
sourcing, advocacy and declaration. Although, all sessions will be conducted
by members of the NFB of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter, their professional
expertise speaks for itself. These skilled individuals are employed or have
retired from, Social Work, Social Services, Licensed Mental Counseling,
Licensed Orientation and Mobility, Assistive Technology, Education, and
more. Consequently, this invaluable endeavor is a volunteer project and
donations for products, refreshments, transportation and other incidentals
are sponsored by the NFB or community means. No fundraising or solicitation
will be presented or received by the organization. Moreover, the sessions
are solely to provide literature, demonstrations, community resources, and
peer support for those who are seeking an answer and resolution. Thus, it is
a response to their plea that will enable them to become motivated, socially
engaged, self-determined and financially fruitful. We are conducting this
Seminar throughout the year and hope that it will make a positive impact for
those who are newly blind and not necessarily seeking employment. Hence,
Baby Boomers are crying out for help and the Cleveland Chapter is doing our
best to answer their call.
The Cleveland Chapter has felt rewarded and honored to provide the community
with innovative and educational opportunity that has positively impacted the
overall community. The passion, compassion and commitment that is shown by
our members have moved into the suburbs and beyond. Blindness is very
prevalent today among seniors and adults who are newly impacted and not
seeking employment. There are no services for them. So, we are stepping up
to the plate. Also, our children must learn about people differences so they
can improve the world of disabilities by becoming technologist, instructors,
physicians and just good and respectful people. Finally, our stakeholders
and government officials must include the blind in their policy and
regulations for the community; so that we are not injured or forgotten in
their decision making process.
Creating events and trainings that have provided awareness, inclusion and
innovative ideas to help blind people in and beyond Ohio. On the other hand,
just getting people to buy-in to believing that the blind has the expertise
to make a difference. After working with the community, you gain their
respect and admiration. But, it is hard work and sometimes disheartening to
continually have to prove that you are capable, intelligent and resourceful.
Thank you so much for leading by example NFB Cleveland Chapter, your service
speaks volumes about your leadership. We would love to hear about your
community service too. Tap on the link below, and join the movement of
changing our communities one service at a time. Please like, share, and
comment.
At your service,
Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service Division
In the picture from left to right is, The back row are Michael Beck (Spin);
Freddy Collier, Jr. (City Planning Commission); Royce Kranz (Lime); Calley
Mersmann (City Planning Commission); Kingston Smartt-Nalli (VeoRide);
Richard Payne (NFB); Abhijit Kulkarni (Wheels); and Eric Duffy (NFB). The
front row, Barbara Pierce (NFB) and Suzanne Turner (NFB)
------------------------------
Message: 6
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:54:22 -0400
From: Dave Bertsch <dwbertsch at gmail.com>
To: NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are
the recipients of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of
National Volunteer Week
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this is great Suzanne! Congratulations to a great chapter and our best
chapter president!
On Sun, Apr 19, 2020 at 7:43 PM Suzanne Turner via Ohio-Talk <
ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service
>
> In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2020, organizations
> across the country honor volunteers for the irreplaceable impact of their
> service to others.
>
>
>
> Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio will kick
> off The "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" NFB Community Service Challenge with
> one
> submission that entailed three community service endeavors. Talk about over
> achievers! You will be inspired by their quality of service to others, and
> motivated to get involved where you are. Without further ado, I share with
> you, Cleveland Chapter's community service endeavors.
>
>
>
> "We have many more, but we are most proud of those below, Cleveland
> President, Suzanne Turner stated"!
>
>
>
> (I) The National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland, Greater Cuyahoga
> County and the Ohio Affiliate, co-hosted a forum with the Cleveland City
> Planning Commission in Cleveland Ohio on last Thursday. The topic was on
> Shared Riding safety regulations. We were inspired about the productive
> exchange of ideas, and look forward to continuing to work together to
> increase accessibility through improved policies and practices on E-Bikes
> and Dockless Electric Scooters. The insight that was shared by each
> panelist
> demonstrated commitment and dedication to the meaningful conversation from
> vendors, the blind community and City Hall from the evening. This exchange
> of ideas and contributions was inspiring and quite informative. The
> National
> Federation of the Blind of Cleveland and Greater Cuyahoga County are
> looking
> forward in continuing our strong partnership with the City of Cleveland. We
> also extend our gratitude for their willingness to include the National
> Federation of the Blind of Ohio in any new pedestrian guidelines that might
> need input on accessibility for persons with disabilities.
>
> (2) The Cleveland Chapter has partnered with St. Adalbert Elementary School
> for five years now, following their classroom assignments that include
> learning about the blind. In March, "Read Across America" is celebrated by
> reading Dr. Seuss books. So, Cleveland join in with the children by reading
> twin books "Print on one-side and Braille on the other side". We, the blind
> will read the Braille, while a sighted child stands beside us reading
> print.
> This is an awesome experience for them and us taking turns reading the same
> text together. Additionally, the children have learned to identify Braille
> on doorways, elevators and other identifiable objects for the blind. They
> also are excited when Cleveland visits providing them with once again
> Braille cards. They can not seem to get enough of those. Cleveland has also
> demonstrated white cane travel and provided awareness and education about
> guide dog handling. This is a highlight for the students. It never fails,
> their eyes gleam and voices were raised with seeing Mateo, who is a black
> lab in the Cleveland Chapter. He is definitely a hit! Our hope is that one
> or more of the children will with any luck become inspired to teach,
> mentor,
> and or advocate for the Blind. Working with St. Adalbert Elementary school
> is a passion, but a vital factor in what we are attempting to accomplish
> through diminishing low expectations of the blind, by teaching the youth of
> today that we are just people who can not see. /// (3) The National
> Federation of the Blind of Cleveland offered a seminar called, "adjusting
> to
> Blindness, An Introductory Seminar", that was held on October 5, 2019 at a
> local Cleveland Public Library. This was an introductory Seminar for newly
> blind individuals that highlighted best practices by Peer Mentors from the
> National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland. The philosophy of the NFB
> was
> presented, along with the "value of alternative techniques of blindness,
> and
> the solid belief that it is okay to be blind." During the seminar, four
> small sessions were offered by Peer Mentors for newly blind individuals and
> their supportive companions to learn about alternative ways to continue
> everyday living. These small settings offered the participants guidance,
> advice, assistance and demonstrations from a real-world point of view.
> Hence, sharing knowledge and experiences in order to help the participants
> succeed was our main objective. Having a wonderful trusted ally to go to
> whenever blind people are feeling unsure or in need is why the NFB is here.
> We wanted to meet the needs of each participant in moving forward at their
> own pace and under their own control. We started with a (General Session)
> for all attendees Part I: The goal of this Session was to introduce the
> National Federation of the Blind (NFB). Part II: The goal of this Session
> was to introduce Basic Techniques and products for everyday use. Part III:
> The goal of this session was to Identify, explore and recommend community
> resources to enhance activities, to become involved in one's residential
> area, and to increase peer interaction and support. Then, the (Breakout
> Sessions) had 4 attendees present with a total of 16 participants in the
> seminar. These participants rotated through four sessions; having an
> opportunity to interact with Peer Mentors and explore "hands on" products,
> technology, and practical methods. For instance, SESSION A: Title: Staying
> Connected, accessing print and electronic media. This overview of aids,
> appliances, and services that enable blind individuals to fully access
> mainstream means of communication media, ranging from use of standard
> telephones and note taking to reading books, periodicals, text messages,
> email, and web pages were introduced. Also, Session B: Title: Literacy for
> the Blind, Reading and Writing Braille. This Session provided a preliminary
> summary on what is meant by Braille, who invented Braille, when Braille was
> invented, and what are the benefits of learning Braille. Participants
> discovered where to learn Braille, what the different grades of Braille
> were, what the different codes of Braille were in the USA, what tools are
> used for writing Braille and what resources are available for Braille
> literacy. Finally, Session C: Title: Assistive Technology and Session D
> Title: Orientation and Mobility (O&M) provided an overview of basic
> concepts
> for the newly blind participants and their supportive companions. The
> Seminar also included a member who has a License in Mental Counseling, that
> facilitated a session on Coping with Vision Loss. This Peer Mentor provided
> a comfortable forum for the participants to discuss their experiences of
> vision loss. In addition, there was a Q/A opportunity as well that offered
> information on social community services for individual and group support,
> such as 211, personal insurance and other general services. The Adjustment
> to Blindness seminar was researched, written, developed, and facilitated by
> the Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio. We
> are Peer Mentors offering information, demonstrations, and support for
> those
> who have been affected by loss of vision or total blindness. We have
> included supportive companions in the sessions to provide an open,
> unobscured view on living with blindness. Both parties were provided the
> same opportunity to discover every aspect of the seminar. In addition,
> literature and supported researched documentation on Braille literacy,
> orientation and mobility, assistive technology and low vision aids will
> continually be readily available to all attendees, which will assist with
> sourcing, advocacy and declaration. Although, all sessions will be
> conducted
> by members of the NFB of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter, their professional
> expertise speaks for itself. These skilled individuals are employed or have
> retired from, Social Work, Social Services, Licensed Mental Counseling,
> Licensed Orientation and Mobility, Assistive Technology, Education, and
> more. Consequently, this invaluable endeavor is a volunteer project and
> donations for products, refreshments, transportation and other incidentals
> are sponsored by the NFB or community means. No fundraising or solicitation
> will be presented or received by the organization. Moreover, the sessions
> are solely to provide literature, demonstrations, community resources, and
> peer support for those who are seeking an answer and resolution. Thus, it
> is
> a response to their plea that will enable them to become motivated,
> socially
> engaged, self-determined and financially fruitful. We are conducting this
> Seminar throughout the year and hope that it will make a positive impact
> for
> those who are newly blind and not necessarily seeking employment. Hence,
> Baby Boomers are crying out for help and the Cleveland Chapter is doing our
> best to answer their call.
>
> The Cleveland Chapter has felt rewarded and honored to provide the
> community
> with innovative and educational opportunity that has positively impacted
> the
> overall community. The passion, compassion and commitment that is shown by
> our members have moved into the suburbs and beyond. Blindness is very
> prevalent today among seniors and adults who are newly impacted and not
> seeking employment. There are no services for them. So, we are stepping up
> to the plate. Also, our children must learn about people differences so
> they
> can improve the world of disabilities by becoming technologist,
> instructors,
> physicians and just good and respectful people. Finally, our stakeholders
> and government officials must include the blind in their policy and
> regulations for the community; so that we are not injured or forgotten in
> their decision making process.
>
> Creating events and trainings that have provided awareness, inclusion and
> innovative ideas to help blind people in and beyond Ohio. On the other
> hand,
> just getting people to buy-in to believing that the blind has the expertise
> to make a difference. After working with the community, you gain their
> respect and admiration. But, it is hard work and sometimes disheartening to
> continually have to prove that you are capable, intelligent and
> resourceful.
>
> Thank you so much for leading by example NFB Cleveland Chapter, your
> service
> speaks volumes about your leadership. We would love to hear about your
> community service too. Tap on the link below, and join the movement of
> changing our communities one service at a time. Please like, share, and
> comment.
>
> At your service,
>
> Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service Division
>
> In the picture from left to right is, The back row are Michael Beck (Spin);
> Freddy Collier, Jr. (City Planning Commission); Royce Kranz (Lime); Calley
> Mersmann (City Planning Commission); Kingston Smartt-Nalli (VeoRide);
> Richard Payne (NFB); Abhijit Kulkarni (Wheels); and Eric Duffy (NFB). The
> front row, Barbara Pierce (NFB) and Suzanne Turner (NFB)
>
>
>
>
>
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--
Dave Bertsch
330-472-4084
------------------------------
Message: 7
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 21:26:10 -0400
From: Carolyn Peters <dr.carolyn.peters at gmail.com>
To: NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List
<ohio-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are
the recipients of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of
National Volunteer Week
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Kudos, Great job!
Sent from my iPhone
> On Apr 19, 2020, at 7:56 PM, Dave Bertsch via Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
?this is great Suzanne! Congratulations to a great chapter and our best
chapter president!
> On Sun, Apr 19, 2020 at 7:43 PM Suzanne Turner via Ohio-Talk <
> ohio-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service
>
> In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2020, organizations
> across the country honor volunteers for the irreplaceable impact of their
> service to others.
>
>
>
> Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio will kick
> off The "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" NFB Community Service Challenge with
> one
> submission that entailed three community service endeavors. Talk about over
> achievers! You will be inspired by their quality of service to others, and
> motivated to get involved where you are. Without further ado, I share with
> you, Cleveland Chapter's community service endeavors.
>
>
>
> "We have many more, but we are most proud of those below, Cleveland
> President, Suzanne Turner stated"!
>
>
>
> (I) The National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland, Greater Cuyahoga
> County and the Ohio Affiliate, co-hosted a forum with the Cleveland City
> Planning Commission in Cleveland Ohio on last Thursday. The topic was on
> Shared Riding safety regulations. We were inspired about the productive
> exchange of ideas, and look forward to continuing to work together to
> increase accessibility through improved policies and practices on E-Bikes
> and Dockless Electric Scooters. The insight that was shared by each
> panelist
> demonstrated commitment and dedication to the meaningful conversation from
> vendors, the blind community and City Hall from the evening. This exchange
> of ideas and contributions was inspiring and quite informative. The
> National
> Federation of the Blind of Cleveland and Greater Cuyahoga County are
> looking
> forward in continuing our strong partnership with the City of Cleveland. We
> also extend our gratitude for their willingness to include the National
> Federation of the Blind of Ohio in any new pedestrian guidelines that might
> need input on accessibility for persons with disabilities.
>
> (2) The Cleveland Chapter has partnered with St. Adalbert Elementary School
> for five years now, following their classroom assignments that include
> learning about the blind. In March, "Read Across America" is celebrated by
> reading Dr. Seuss books. So, Cleveland join in with the children by reading
> twin books "Print on one-side and Braille on the other side". We, the blind
> will read the Braille, while a sighted child stands beside us reading
> print.
> This is an awesome experience for them and us taking turns reading the same
> text together. Additionally, the children have learned to identify Braille
> on doorways, elevators and other identifiable objects for the blind. They
> also are excited when Cleveland visits providing them with once again
> Braille cards. They can not seem to get enough of those. Cleveland has also
> demonstrated white cane travel and provided awareness and education about
> guide dog handling. This is a highlight for the students. It never fails,
> their eyes gleam and voices were raised with seeing Mateo, who is a black
> lab in the Cleveland Chapter. He is definitely a hit! Our hope is that one
> or more of the children will with any luck become inspired to teach,
> mentor,
> and or advocate for the Blind. Working with St. Adalbert Elementary school
> is a passion, but a vital factor in what we are attempting to accomplish
> through diminishing low expectations of the blind, by teaching the youth of
> today that we are just people who can not see. /// (3) The National
> Federation of the Blind of Cleveland offered a seminar called, "adjusting
> to
> Blindness, An Introductory Seminar", that was held on October 5, 2019 at a
> local Cleveland Public Library. This was an introductory Seminar for newly
> blind individuals that highlighted best practices by Peer Mentors from the
> National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland. The philosophy of the NFB
> was
> presented, along with the "value of alternative techniques of blindness,
> and
> the solid belief that it is okay to be blind." During the seminar, four
> small sessions were offered by Peer Mentors for newly blind individuals and
> their supportive companions to learn about alternative ways to continue
> everyday living. These small settings offered the participants guidance,
> advice, assistance and demonstrations from a real-world point of view.
> Hence, sharing knowledge and experiences in order to help the participants
> succeed was our main objective. Having a wonderful trusted ally to go to
> whenever blind people are feeling unsure or in need is why the NFB is here.
> We wanted to meet the needs of each participant in moving forward at their
> own pace and under their own control. We started with a (General Session)
> for all attendees Part I: The goal of this Session was to introduce the
> National Federation of the Blind (NFB). Part II: The goal of this Session
> was to introduce Basic Techniques and products for everyday use. Part III:
> The goal of this session was to Identify, explore and recommend community
> resources to enhance activities, to become involved in one's residential
> area, and to increase peer interaction and support. Then, the (Breakout
> Sessions) had 4 attendees present with a total of 16 participants in the
> seminar. These participants rotated through four sessions; having an
> opportunity to interact with Peer Mentors and explore "hands on" products,
> technology, and practical methods. For instance, SESSION A: Title: Staying
> Connected, accessing print and electronic media. This overview of aids,
> appliances, and services that enable blind individuals to fully access
> mainstream means of communication media, ranging from use of standard
> telephones and note taking to reading books, periodicals, text messages,
> email, and web pages were introduced. Also, Session B: Title: Literacy for
> the Blind, Reading and Writing Braille. This Session provided a preliminary
> summary on what is meant by Braille, who invented Braille, when Braille was
> invented, and what are the benefits of learning Braille. Participants
> discovered where to learn Braille, what the different grades of Braille
> were, what the different codes of Braille were in the USA, what tools are
> used for writing Braille and what resources are available for Braille
> literacy. Finally, Session C: Title: Assistive Technology and Session D
> Title: Orientation and Mobility (O&M) provided an overview of basic
> concepts
> for the newly blind participants and their supportive companions. The
> Seminar also included a member who has a License in Mental Counseling, that
> facilitated a session on Coping with Vision Loss. This Peer Mentor provided
> a comfortable forum for the participants to discuss their experiences of
> vision loss. In addition, there was a Q/A opportunity as well that offered
> information on social community services for individual and group support,
> such as 211, personal insurance and other general services. The Adjustment
> to Blindness seminar was researched, written, developed, and facilitated by
> the Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio. We
> are Peer Mentors offering information, demonstrations, and support for
> those
> who have been affected by loss of vision or total blindness. We have
> included supportive companions in the sessions to provide an open,
> unobscured view on living with blindness. Both parties were provided the
> same opportunity to discover every aspect of the seminar. In addition,
> literature and supported researched documentation on Braille literacy,
> orientation and mobility, assistive technology and low vision aids will
> continually be readily available to all attendees, which will assist with
> sourcing, advocacy and declaration. Although, all sessions will be
> conducted
> by members of the NFB of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter, their professional
> expertise speaks for itself. These skilled individuals are employed or have
> retired from, Social Work, Social Services, Licensed Mental Counseling,
> Licensed Orientation and Mobility, Assistive Technology, Education, and
> more. Consequently, this invaluable endeavor is a volunteer project and
> donations for products, refreshments, transportation and other incidentals
> are sponsored by the NFB or community means. No fundraising or solicitation
> will be presented or received by the organization. Moreover, the sessions
> are solely to provide literature, demonstrations, community resources, and
> peer support for those who are seeking an answer and resolution. Thus, it
> is
> a response to their plea that will enable them to become motivated,
> socially
> engaged, self-determined and financially fruitful. We are conducting this
> Seminar throughout the year and hope that it will make a positive impact
> for
> those who are newly blind and not necessarily seeking employment. Hence,
> Baby Boomers are crying out for help and the Cleveland Chapter is doing our
> best to answer their call.
>
> The Cleveland Chapter has felt rewarded and honored to provide the
> community
> with innovative and educational opportunity that has positively impacted
> the
> overall community. The passion, compassion and commitment that is shown by
> our members have moved into the suburbs and beyond. Blindness is very
> prevalent today among seniors and adults who are newly impacted and not
> seeking employment. There are no services for them. So, we are stepping up
> to the plate. Also, our children must learn about people differences so
> they
> can improve the world of disabilities by becoming technologist,
> instructors,
> physicians and just good and respectful people. Finally, our stakeholders
> and government officials must include the blind in their policy and
> regulations for the community; so that we are not injured or forgotten in
> their decision making process.
>
> Creating events and trainings that have provided awareness, inclusion and
> innovative ideas to help blind people in and beyond Ohio. On the other
> hand,
> just getting people to buy-in to believing that the blind has the expertise
> to make a difference. After working with the community, you gain their
> respect and admiration. But, it is hard work and sometimes disheartening to
> continually have to prove that you are capable, intelligent and
> resourceful.
>
> Thank you so much for leading by example NFB Cleveland Chapter, your
> service
> speaks volumes about your leadership. We would love to hear about your
> community service too. Tap on the link below, and join the movement of
> changing our communities one service at a time. Please like, share, and
> comment.
>
> At your service,
>
> Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service Division
>
> In the picture from left to right is, The back row are Michael Beck (Spin);
> Freddy Collier, Jr. (City Planning Commission); Royce Kranz (Lime); Calley
> Mersmann (City Planning Commission); Kingston Smartt-Nalli (VeoRide);
> Richard Payne (NFB); Abhijit Kulkarni (Wheels); and Eric Duffy (NFB). The
> front row, Barbara Pierce (NFB) and Suzanne Turner (NFB)
>
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> Ohio-Talk:
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>
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Message: 8
Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 21:54:14 -0400
From: <justjo at gmx.us>
To: "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'"
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Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Accessible Apartment
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I apologize,I'm sure this sounds stupid, but what do they mean by accessible
housing? If my daughter would have cooperated I would have joined because I
found this intriguing and wondered if there was anything I could use.
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william.h.turner at ssa.gov; wTurner at clevelandsightcenter.org;
lmr.upshaw at gmail.com; MichaelSwinney05 at gmail.com; 'kiana hill'
<kiah976 at att.net>; Dr.Carolyn.Peters at gmail.com; 'Dave Bertsch'
<dwbertsch at hotmail.com>; patrinkle at icloud.com; 'Ali Benmerzouga''
<ali.benmerzouga at hotmail.com>; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
Dorothea.Davis4444 at gmail.com; regina.mason216 at gmail.com;
ccjeff at ameritech.net; Alex.French2.usaF at gmail.com; 'Albert Elia'
<al4.elia at gmail.com>; Arringtonrs at gmail.com; lkaplan at ossb.oh.gov;
NFBOH-Cleveland at nfbnet.org; Victory71351 at AOL.COM; BigPapaZo at roadrunner.com;
WO.Turner5 at sbcglobal.net; Kinshuk.tella at gmail.com;
jessicajones0199 at gmail.com; jessecooperhall at gmail.com; 'Heather Ways'
<heatherways at yahoo.com>; jtschwoebel at gmail.com; lewisbarbee at yahoo.com;
remacd3 at gmail.com; Chefgreen56 at gmail.com; delcenia at prodigy.net;
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davidgGray1984 at gmail.com; dwjann57 at gmail.com; jimweiss72 at icloud.com;
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TMcKenney51 at Icloud.com; lelinda at roadrunner.com; rskill2008 at bellsouth.net;
TurnerW794 at gmail.com
Cc: Suzanne Turner <smturner.234 at gmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Accessible Apartment
SHARING SOLUTION FOR VISION LOSS
Everyone, here is another valuable teleconference being offered this
weekend. The monthly Sharing Solutions for Vision Loss teleconference will
take place on Sunday evening, April 19, at 7:00 p.m. Our guest speaker will
be Beth Glas from Maximum Accessible Housing. Beth will be sharing ideas
for making homes accessible and safe for seniors and for blind and visually
impaired individuals. Here are the details for joining the teleconference
Phone number: (712) 775-7031
Access Code, when prompted: 240281423#
Date: Sunday, April 19, 2020
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The monthly teleconference is sponsored by the NFB of Ohio Senior Division.
Callers do not need to be seniors or members of NFB to participate.
Sandy Krems
slkrems at gmail.com
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter
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Date: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 22:19:19 -0400
From: "Richard Payne" <rchpay7 at gmail.com>
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Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are
the recipients of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of
National Volunteer Week
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Great work.
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Subject: [Ohio-Talk] Congratulations Cleveland Chapter! You are the
recipients of "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" - In celebration of National
Volunteer Week
Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service
In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2020, organizations
across the country honor volunteers for the irreplaceable impact of their
service to others.
Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio will kick
off The "WE DO IT BIGGER & BETTER!" NFB Community Service Challenge with one
submission that entailed three community service endeavors. Talk about over
achievers! You will be inspired by their quality of service to others, and
motivated to get involved where you are. Without further ado, I share with
you, Cleveland Chapter's community service endeavors.
"We have many more, but we are most proud of those below, Cleveland
President, Suzanne Turner stated"!
(I) The National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland, Greater Cuyahoga
County and the Ohio Affiliate, co-hosted a forum with the Cleveland City
Planning Commission in Cleveland Ohio on last Thursday. The topic was on
Shared Riding safety regulations. We were inspired about the productive
exchange of ideas, and look forward to continuing to work together to
increase accessibility through improved policies and practices on E-Bikes
and Dockless Electric Scooters. The insight that was shared by each panelist
demonstrated commitment and dedication to the meaningful conversation from
vendors, the blind community and City Hall from the evening. This exchange
of ideas and contributions was inspiring and quite informative. The National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland and Greater Cuyahoga County are looking
forward in continuing our strong partnership with the City of Cleveland. We
also extend our gratitude for their willingness to include the National
Federation of the Blind of Ohio in any new pedestrian guidelines that might
need input on accessibility for persons with disabilities.
(2) The Cleveland Chapter has partnered with St. Adalbert Elementary School
for five years now, following their classroom assignments that include
learning about the blind. In March, "Read Across America" is celebrated by
reading Dr. Seuss books. So, Cleveland join in with the children by reading
twin books "Print on one-side and Braille on the other side". We, the blind
will read the Braille, while a sighted child stands beside us reading print.
This is an awesome experience for them and us taking turns reading the same
text together. Additionally, the children have learned to identify Braille
on doorways, elevators and other identifiable objects for the blind. They
also are excited when Cleveland visits providing them with once again
Braille cards. They can not seem to get enough of those. Cleveland has also
demonstrated white cane travel and provided awareness and education about
guide dog handling. This is a highlight for the students. It never fails,
their eyes gleam and voices were raised with seeing Mateo, who is a black
lab in the Cleveland Chapter. He is definitely a hit! Our hope is that one
or more of the children will with any luck become inspired to teach, mentor,
and or advocate for the Blind. Working with St. Adalbert Elementary school
is a passion, but a vital factor in what we are attempting to accomplish
through diminishing low expectations of the blind, by teaching the youth of
today that we are just people who can not see. /// (3) The National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland offered a seminar called, "adjusting to
Blindness, An Introductory Seminar", that was held on October 5, 2019 at a
local Cleveland Public Library. This was an introductory Seminar for newly
blind individuals that highlighted best practices by Peer Mentors from the
National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland. The philosophy of the NFB was
presented, along with the "value of alternative techniques of blindness, and
the solid belief that it is okay to be blind." During the seminar, four
small sessions were offered by Peer Mentors for newly blind individuals and
their supportive companions to learn about alternative ways to continue
everyday living. These small settings offered the participants guidance,
advice, assistance and demonstrations from a real-world point of view.
Hence, sharing knowledge and experiences in order to help the participants
succeed was our main objective. Having a wonderful trusted ally to go to
whenever blind people are feeling unsure or in need is why the NFB is here.
We wanted to meet the needs of each participant in moving forward at their
own pace and under their own control. We started with a (General Session)
for all attendees Part I: The goal of this Session was to introduce the
National Federation of the Blind (NFB). Part II: The goal of this Session
was to introduce Basic Techniques and products for everyday use. Part III:
The goal of this session was to Identify, explore and recommend community
resources to enhance activities, to become involved in one's residential
area, and to increase peer interaction and support. Then, the (Breakout
Sessions) had 4 attendees present with a total of 16 participants in the
seminar. These participants rotated through four sessions; having an
opportunity to interact with Peer Mentors and explore "hands on" products,
technology, and practical methods. For instance, SESSION A: Title: Staying
Connected, accessing print and electronic media. This overview of aids,
appliances, and services that enable blind individuals to fully access
mainstream means of communication media, ranging from use of standard
telephones and note taking to reading books, periodicals, text messages,
email, and web pages were introduced. Also, Session B: Title: Literacy for
the Blind, Reading and Writing Braille. This Session provided a preliminary
summary on what is meant by Braille, who invented Braille, when Braille was
invented, and what are the benefits of learning Braille. Participants
discovered where to learn Braille, what the different grades of Braille
were, what the different codes of Braille were in the USA, what tools are
used for writing Braille and what resources are available for Braille
literacy. Finally, Session C: Title: Assistive Technology and Session D
Title: Orientation and Mobility (O&M) provided an overview of basic concepts
for the newly blind participants and their supportive companions. The
Seminar also included a member who has a License in Mental Counseling, that
facilitated a session on Coping with Vision Loss. This Peer Mentor provided
a comfortable forum for the participants to discuss their experiences of
vision loss. In addition, there was a Q/A opportunity as well that offered
information on social community services for individual and group support,
such as 211, personal insurance and other general services. The Adjustment
to Blindness seminar was researched, written, developed, and facilitated by
the Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio. We
are Peer Mentors offering information, demonstrations, and support for those
who have been affected by loss of vision or total blindness. We have
included supportive companions in the sessions to provide an open,
unobscured view on living with blindness. Both parties were provided the
same opportunity to discover every aspect of the seminar. In addition,
literature and supported researched documentation on Braille literacy,
orientation and mobility, assistive technology and low vision aids will
continually be readily available to all attendees, which will assist with
sourcing, advocacy and declaration. Although, all sessions will be conducted
by members of the NFB of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter, their professional
expertise speaks for itself. These skilled individuals are employed or have
retired from, Social Work, Social Services, Licensed Mental Counseling,
Licensed Orientation and Mobility, Assistive Technology, Education, and
more. Consequently, this invaluable endeavor is a volunteer project and
donations for products, refreshments, transportation and other incidentals
are sponsored by the NFB or community means. No fundraising or solicitation
will be presented or received by the organization. Moreover, the sessions
are solely to provide literature, demonstrations, community resources, and
peer support for those who are seeking an answer and resolution. Thus, it is
a response to their plea that will enable them to become motivated, socially
engaged, self-determined and financially fruitful. We are conducting this
Seminar throughout the year and hope that it will make a positive impact for
those who are newly blind and not necessarily seeking employment. Hence,
Baby Boomers are crying out for help and the Cleveland Chapter is doing our
best to answer their call.
The Cleveland Chapter has felt rewarded and honored to provide the community
with innovative and educational opportunity that has positively impacted the
overall community. The passion, compassion and commitment that is shown by
our members have moved into the suburbs and beyond. Blindness is very
prevalent today among seniors and adults who are newly impacted and not
seeking employment. There are no services for them. So, we are stepping up
to the plate. Also, our children must learn about people differences so they
can improve the world of disabilities by becoming technologist, instructors,
physicians and just good and respectful people. Finally, our stakeholders
and government officials must include the blind in their policy and
regulations for the community; so that we are not injured or forgotten in
their decision making process.
Creating events and trainings that have provided awareness, inclusion and
innovative ideas to help blind people in and beyond Ohio. On the other hand,
just getting people to buy-in to believing that the blind has the expertise
to make a difference. After working with the community, you gain their
respect and admiration. But, it is hard work and sometimes disheartening to
continually have to prove that you are capable, intelligent and resourceful.
Thank you so much for leading by example NFB Cleveland Chapter, your service
speaks volumes about your leadership. We would love to hear about your
community service too. Tap on the link below, and join the movement of
changing our communities one service at a time. Please like, share, and
comment.
At your service,
Jeanetta Price, President NFB Community Service Division
In the picture from left to right is, The back row are Michael Beck (Spin);
Freddy Collier, Jr. (City Planning Commission); Royce Kranz (Lime); Calley
Mersmann (City Planning Commission); Kingston Smartt-Nalli (VeoRide);
Richard Payne (NFB); Abhijit Kulkarni (Wheels); and Eric Duffy (NFB). The
front row, Barbara Pierce (NFB) and Suzanne Turner (NFB)
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Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 06:40:51 -0400
From: "Richard Payne" <rchpay7 at gmail.com>
To: "'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'"
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Subject: [Ohio-Talk] THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE
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Message: 11
Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:09:26 -0500
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What date and Ohio time is this meeting? If calling in, do we use the New York number below?
-----Original Appointment-----
From: Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Richard Payne
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2020 5:41 AM
To: 'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'
Cc: Richard Payne
Subject: THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE
When: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 7:30 PM-8:30 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Where: phone
Richard Payne is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic:
the movement AND the message
As educators and organizers we must be able to encapsulate the Federation's philosophy into short, digestible messages with which people can connect. The following ten-point summary, excerpted from Jim Omvig's book, Freedom for the Blind, (provides an excellent overview of the NFB's philosophy about what it does and does not mean to be blind:)
(1) Blind people are simply normal, ordinary people who cannot see.
(2) The blind are merely a cross-section of society as a whole, mirroring society in every way with the same hopes, interests, and desires, the same dreams, abilities, and potential as everyone else.
(3) The physical condition of blindness is nothing more than a normal, human characteristic, like the hundreds of others which, taken together, mold each of us into a unique human being.
(4) Given proper training and opportunity, the average blind person can do the average job in the average place of business, can have a family, can be a tax-paying and participating citizen and can be in every way a contributing member of society who can compete on terms of absolute equality with his or her sighted neighbors.
(5) With proper training and opportunity, blindness is not a tragedy. It literally can be reduced to the level of a physical inconvenience or nuisance.
(6) The actual physical limitations associated with the characteristic of blindness can easily be overcome by using alternative techniques for doing without sight what you would do with sight if you had it.
(7) The concept of the hierarchy of sight--that is, the notion that the level to which a blind person can be competent and successful rises or falls in direct proportion to the amount of vision he or she has--is nothing more than a myth and is completely false.
(8) To sum it all up, "it is respectable to be blind," and the blind, themselves, are primarily responsible for pushing back the frontiers of ignorance and changing what it means to be blind in the broader society.
(9) "You can't have your cake and eat it too." That is, blind people cannot on the one hand use their blindness to get some advantage or something they want and then on the other hand demand equality and opportunity when it would be nice to have it--the blind deserve freedom and equality, yes, but hand-in-hand with equality comes responsibility.
(10) The real problem of blindness is not the physical loss of eyesight at all, but rather is to be found in the wide range of societal misunderstandings and misconceptions about blindness shared by the blind and sighted alike. Putting it quite bluntly, the blind are, in every sense of the word, a minority group, with all of the negative implications which this phrase conjures up.
I would like for you to read and be prepared to actively participate in the meeting.
To Join the Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
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Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:57:35 -0400
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Subject: Re: [Ohio-Talk] THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE
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This meeting will be held this Wednesday April 22 at 6:30 PM
This is a zoom meeting.
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From: Ohio-Talk On Behalf Of Cheryl Fischer via Ohio-Talk
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2020 8:09 AM
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What date and Ohio time is this meeting? If calling in, do we use the New
York number below?
-----Original Appointment-----
From: Ohio-Talk <ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Richard Payne
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2020 5:41 AM
To: 'NFB of Ohio Announcement and Discussion List'
Cc: Richard Payne
Subject: THE MOVEMENT AND THE MESSAGE
When: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 7:30 PM-8:30 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US
& Canada).
Where: phone
Richard Payne is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic:
the movement AND the message
As educators and organizers we must be able to encapsulate
the Federation's philosophy into short, digestible messages with which
people can connect. The following ten-point summary, excerpted from Jim
Omvig's book, Freedom for the Blind, (provides an excellent overview of the
NFB's philosophy about what it does and does not mean to be blind:)
(1) Blind people are simply normal, ordinary people who cannot see.
(2) The blind are merely a cross-section of society as a whole, mirroring
society in every way with the same hopes, interests, and desires, the same
dreams, abilities, and potential as everyone else.
(3) The physical condition of blindness is nothing more than a normal, human
characteristic, like the hundreds of others which, taken together, mold each
of us into a unique human being.
(4) Given proper training and opportunity, the average blind person can do
the average job in the average place of business, can have a family, can be
a tax-paying and participating citizen and can be in every way a
contributing member of society who can compete on terms of absolute equality
with his or her sighted neighbors.
(5) With proper training and opportunity, blindness is not a tragedy. It
literally can be reduced to the level of a physical inconvenience or
nuisance.
(6) The actual physical limitations associated with the characteristic of
blindness can easily be overcome by using alternative techniques for doing
without sight what you would do with sight if you had it.
(7) The concept of the hierarchy of sight--that is, the notion that the
level to which a blind person can be competent and successful rises or falls
in direct proportion to the amount of vision he or she has--is nothing more
than a myth and is completely false.
(8) To sum it all up, "it is respectable to be blind," and the blind,
themselves, are primarily responsible for pushing back the frontiers of
ignorance and changing what it means to be blind in the broader society.
(9) "You can't have your cake and eat it too." That is, blind people cannot
on the one hand use their blindness to get some advantage or something they
want and then on the other hand demand equality and opportunity when it
would be nice to have it--the blind deserve freedom and equality, yes, but
hand-in-hand with equality comes responsibility.
(10) The real problem of blindness is not the physical loss of eyesight at
all, but rather is to be found in the wide range of societal
misunderstandings and misconceptions about blindness shared by the blind and
sighted alike. Putting it quite bluntly, the blind are, in every sense of
the word, a minority group, with all of the negative implications which this
phrase conjures up.
I would like for you to read and be prepared to actively participate in the
meeting.
To Join the 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)
+13126266799,,4081850851# US (Chicago)
Dial by your location
+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
Find your local number: <https://zoom.us/u/acrm88WYQX>
https://zoom.us/u/acrm88WYQX
Join by Skype for Business
<https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851> https://zoom.us/skype/4081850851
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