[Nfbv-announce] Fwd: National senior division Retreat

[Chris Walker]

Hello all


We are pleased to announce our first Senior Division National Retreat and
hope you will share with your chapters or divisions.



LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT! SENIOR RETREAT

Sponsored By The National Federation Of The Blind Senior Division


When:

October 8-14, 2017


Where:

Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center. This is a rural setting, a camp
owned and operated by the South Carolina affiliate of the NFB. It is a
beautiful location in the mountains.


Cost:

$325 per attendee. This does not include transportation to and from
Greensville, South Carolina, the nearest airport to the camp.
Transportation will be provided from Greensville to Rocky Bottom. Cost
includes room, board, training, and any activities during the retreat.
Applicants are encouraged to look for sponsors from service organizations,
state agency, or to fundraise if necessary.


Who Is Eligible?

Legally blind seniors age 55 and older with a strong desire to learn
alternative, non-visual techniques taught by blind instructors. Must be
responsible for taking all medications independently and have stamina to be
actively engaged for five full days of activities.


Classes Taught:

cane travel, daily living and cooking skills, computer and other technology
such as using digital recorders, pen friend; discussions on adjusting to
blindness with family, community and social interaction, self-advocacy,
confidence-building, and leisure activities.


How Do I Apply?

Send a letter requesting a retreat application to the attention of Mr.
David Houck.

119 South Killbourne Road

Columbia, SC 29205


Send the completed application back to the above address. All applicants
will then have a telephone interview with officers from the Senior Division
so we can learn more about your needs, desires and you will be able to ask
your questions and learn more about what the retreat entails. Deadline to
apply is August 1. Space is limited so if truly interested, don't wait
until the deadline. Applicants will be notified by August 15 if accepted.
Monies are due at the very latest by September 1, 2017 and payment can be
made to the NFB Senior Division, Care of Duncan Larsen, Colorado Center for
the Blind,

2233 West Shepperd Avenue

Littleton, CO 80120


For further information contact Ruth Sager, President, Senior Division of
the NFB


rsager78 at gmail.com