[rehab] Question regarding labeling case files

[Danielle Ledet]

Labeling sheets can be found at Thermoform Corporation and NFB
Independence Market.

On 6/19/15, Alexander, Lucy, CFB via rehab <rehab at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Greetings,
>
> I worked as a VRC for more than nine years, managing caseloads as high as
> 350 cases, and used dimo tape on the back of folders to identify them.
> Occasionally I ran into a bad roll of tape that did not stick well, but for
> the most part, the tape stayed on for years and actually reinforced the
> paper tab so that it lasted longer.  The files were very well organized, so
> I could pull important documents without them being labeled in braille.  I
> was fortunate to have wonderful secretarial support who put documents back
> in their places.  I can see where using larger plastic sheets would be more
> beneficial because you could braille more than just a name.  I now use this
> system for my files at home.  Good luck!
>
> HTH,
> Lucy
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rehab [mailto:rehab-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Judy Jones via
> rehab
> Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2015 8:23 PM
> To: Rehabilitation Counselor Mailing List
> Cc: Judy Jones
> Subject: Re: [rehab] Question regarding labeling case files
>
> I definitely use the label sheets in my filing, as well as for tagging
> things in our supply store.  You can buy heavy clear laminate on Ebay, a box
> of about 50 for around $25.  These sheets are 9 by 12 inches, and I cut
> several 4-inch strips to keep handy.  When I need a label, I roll on in the
> Perkins, then go down about an inch from the top to braille the folder name.
>
> I cut right at the bottom edge of the braille line, which will allow you to
> place the braille on the back side of the folder tab with the braille being
> at the top edge.  Even though the laminate is clear, the braille does
> distort for sighted users.  This way I can literally walk through a file
> drawer with my fingertips when hunting a file.
>
> Hope this makes sense.
>
> Also, note that it is much faster to braille files this way than it took me
> to explain it.  Hahaha.
>
> Best wishes.
>
> Judy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Erin Chaves via rehab
> Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2015 7:30 PM
> To: 'Rehabilitation Counselor Mailing List'
> Cc: Erin Chaves
> Subject: [rehab] Question regarding labeling case files
>
> Hi all,
>
>
>
> I would like to know how you label your paper case files.  In my previous
> job, I was a VR counselor in WA State.  I labeled my folders by using the
> slate and stylus to write the consumer's name on the outer edge.  That
> method worked very well for me.  Now I'm working for the state of TX, and
> I'm told I'm not allowed to do it that way.  I have tried the dimo tape
> method in the past, but the damned tape bubbles and eventually falls off the
> folder.  I know I used to be able to find Braille labeling sheets.  Have any
> of you used those to do labels?
>
>
>
> What else can I try?  I thought of investing in a Pen Friend, but I have
> never worked with one, so I don't know if I would take to that.  Any
> suggestions would be greatly valued and appreciated!
>
>
>
> Thanks much!
>
>
>
> Erin Chaves, M.A, CRC.
>
> VR Counselor in San Antonio, TX
>
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Danielle

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