ACB Events

20221118-1 SAIL AWAY WITH KCB Kentucky Council of the Blind 20221118 General Session - Afternoon SAIL AWAY WITH KCB Kentucky Council of the Blind 49th Annual Conference and Convention November 18 - 19, 2022 The theme is Sail Away with KCB - step on board the KCB Majestic for a weekend cruise filled with programs, information, resources, food and fun. Welcome and Announcements - Terrie Terlau, Conv...

20221029-6 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221029-6 Banquet WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Banquet Mistress of Ceremonies Malissa Hudson Invocation - Julie Brannon, WCB President Presentation of WCB Scholarships - Kim Moberg, Chair Presentation of WCB Awards- Jessamyn Landby, Chair Recognition of WCB Life Members - Julie Brannon, WCB P...

20221029-5 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221029-5 Annual Business Meeting WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Annual Business Meeting The annual business meeting of Washington Council of the Blind included agenda items such as: o In Memoriam o Elections of Officers (2nd Vice President and Secretary) and Board Directors (3 two-year term po...

20221029-4 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-6 State of the State WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! State of the State Participants learned what’s happening with our three state agencies serving the blind. Panelists: o Danielle Miller Director and Regional Librarian Washington Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) o Lisa Wheeler,...

20221029-3 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221029-3 Journey to the Job WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! The Journey to the Job: Three people who are blind shared their journey to employment. Facilitator: Cindy Hollis, Manager of Membership Engagement, ACB Panelists: o Tony Gebhard Assistive Technology Instructor and Youth Transition Coor...

20221029-2 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221029-2 Fundraising WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Maximize Your Fundraising o Presenter: Lisa George Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221029-1 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221029-1 We Are ACB WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Announcements We Are ACB Cindy Hollis, Manager of Membership Engagement, American Council of the Blind Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221028-8 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-8 Published Authors WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Published Authors Participants met a panel of accomplished published authors and were inspired and enlightened as they talked about their journey. Facilitator: Mark Adreon Panelists: o Dr. Wendy David Sherri Gomes o Abbi Johnson Taylor...

20221028-7 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-7 Democracy Live WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Democracy Live - Accessible Voting Advocacy and Government Affairs Committees joint presentation Democracy Live demonstrated what an online ballot is and how it works. There was an opportunity for hands-on interaction with the software. Ac...

20221028-6 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-6 Vision Loss WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Dealing with Vision Loss Perhaps you, yourself, or someone in your realm of influence is currently, or will soon be, dealing with all aspects of vision loss. It can be daunting, but invigorating at the same time as new daily living methods ar...

20221028-5 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-5 Awards Luncheon WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! WCB Awards Luncheon It was time for special awards to be presented. Participants met some of this year’s first-time attendees, and learned firsthand about Ron Jasmer, the new DSB Orientation and Training Center Manager. o Hosted by Cathy...

20221028-4 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-4 Current Look at Accessible GPS and Way finding Resources. WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Current Look at Accessible GPS and Way finding Resources. This presentation featured a discussion covering what we believe to be some of the best resources for the blind traveler. Facilitator- Fra...

20221028-3 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-3 Accessible Voting WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Accessible Voting This was an update on proposed legislation to allow electronic signatures on ballots in Washington State. Here’s what you need to know about this legislative effort and what you can do to help get this legislation pass...

20221028-2 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-2 Breaking Through the Storm WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! Breaking Through the Storm - Presenter: George Abbott, President and CEO, Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. George is the President and CEO of Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc., headquartered in Seattle, Washington. He earned a BS in...

20221028-1 WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND Convention 20221028-1WCB General Session WASHINGTON COUNCIL OF THE BLIND 2022 Convention WCB, BREAKING THROUGH THE STORM! WCB General Session - Presiding Officer: Julie Brannon, WCB President Opening Ceremonies Presentation of the Colors - o Darryl Roberts, President, United Blind of Seattle o Bob Cavanaugh, President, Clark County Council of the Blind In...

20221022-6 Pennsylvania Council of the Blind 2022 Convention 20221022 Day 3 Evening Greeting, Sponsorship Acknowledgments & Raffle Winners PCB Banquet topic & speaker: Accelerate Your Trip to Self-Reliance, Brian Hartgen, owner of Hartgen Consultancy PCB Awards Presentation Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221022-5 Pennsylvania Council of the Blind 2022 Convention 20221022 Day 3 Morning Tips for Health Literacy and Equity at the Pharmacy Counter Maintaining Self-Reliance through the Aging Process & Other Changes (Deborah Kendrick) Removing Roadblocks to Self-Reliance (Self-Hypnosis) Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

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20221021 Day 2 Evening Now What? Assisting Your Loved Ones Through Vision Loss The Not So Newly Blind Game State Government Resources & the State of Disability Services Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221021-3 Pennsylvania Council of the Blind 2022 Convention 20221021 Day 2 Afternoon Medication Management, Diabetes Management , Financial Assistance and Self-Reliance Improving Yourself Through Improv The Trip to Self-Reliance: Physical Fitness for the Journey Self-Reliance: Making Your First Place Your Home Addressing Sleep Barriers to Self-Reliance Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast...

20221021-2 Pennsylvania Council of the Blind 2022 Convention 20221021 Day 2 Morning New Yoga Resources & Interactive Demo Low Cost Recorders (Comparison of two digital recorders costing under $100) Take A Virtual Cruise to Self-Reliance (resources to gain and maintain self-reliance) Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221020-1 Pennsylvania Council of the Blind 2022 Convention 20221020 Day 1 Afternoon and evening Emergency Preparedness & Your Guide Dog Call to order and Welcome. Invocation & Necrology President's Address What Would You Do? (Discussion of strategies and critical thinking skills to overcome difficult situations) Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20221016 American Council of the Blind of Oregon 20221016 Annual Membership Business Meeting American Council of the Blind of Oregon 68th Annual Convention October 14-15-16, 2022 Dedicated to Joan Hill Meeting called to order by President Carrie Muth Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence / Recognition of Deceased Members Chapter roll call and member count. Approval of agenda Approval of 2021 Memb...