[New-hampshire-students] new NFB-LINK program

[Marie Johnson]

Hi all, I was recently sent an email requesting me to contact a lady who has 
just signed up to this new NFB-LINK program to find a mentor in NH.
I had never heard of this program until now, and the original email appeared 
to be a spam but  I made sure, through Nat'l that it is real and very 
valuable to those seeking mentors or seeking to become a mentor.  Anyway, I 
thought you may want to hear all the details of this new mentoring program 
and will be willing to contact any person, if they are in your area, 
whenever their information comes in.

Thanks.   Marie

* here is what I pulled off the website
Are you a blind student interested in pursuing a college education? Have you 
recently found out that you're experiencing vision loss? Are you nervous 
about pursuing a new hobby, career path, or interest, because you've never 
heard of another blind person who has done it successfully?
NFB-LINK provides mentoring relationships for individuals who would like 
resources and guidance on a variety of blindness topics.
NFB-LINK can help you get the information you need to live life to the 
fullest!

This is your opportunity to take control of your own life.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BLINDNESS, FIND A MENTOR! OR
BECOME A MENTOR AND SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE.


Program Services Include:
Online and in-person mentoring
Advice for family and friends
How to continue with your hobbies and interests such as gardening, grilling, 
cooking, etc.
Career development and opportunities
Introduction to local and statewide blindness support groups and services
Scholarship opportunities and advocacy training for blind students
Information for parents of blind children
Resources for blindness professionals e.g. ophthalmologists, teachers, 
rehabilitation counselors, etc.
Tips for seniors experiencing vision loss

These comprehensive resources are based on the collective experiences of 
thousands of blind persons who have succeeded in various arenas. NFB-LINK is 
founded on the NFB's can-do, positive attitude about blindness, emphasizing 
high expectations, independence and personal achievement.
Join our growing network and meet others like yourself. Alone we can do so 
little; together we can do so much.
Looking for information about blindness and visual impairment? NFB Home



E-mail: help at nfblink.org   Updated: July, 2009