CCLVI: Let's Talk Low Vision

20240307 Lets Talk Low Vision-Accessible Pharmacy Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Accessible Pharmacy, Even More Services Now!   How would you like your prescriptions and over-the-counter medications delivered right to your door? What if you are a care giver and need to know the directions for someone else’s prescriptions? And if all these items are available at no additiona...

20240201 Lets Talk Low Vision-Hull Foundation and Learning Originally Broadcasted February 1, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Our first guests will be Marja Byers and Mary Lee Turner of the Hull Foundation and Learning Center. Among their many services and activities for people who are blind or have low visionare their Sight Loss Seminars. These seminars, along with their other online and in-person program...

20231121 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the Holiday Season Originally Broadcasted November 21, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Join us for an exciting event, as we bring together experts and professionals to discuss the importance of eye health and provide valuable insights for the holiday season. This event aims to empower individuals with low vision and their loved ones by offering gift ideas and practic...

20231017 Lets Talk Low Vision- Dr. Suleiman Alibhai Originally Broadcasted October 17, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Our guest presenter this evening is Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O. He will be discussing indoor and outdoor light issues and potential solutions. A graduate of the University of Houston/College of Optometry, Dr. Alibhai works with the National Eye Institute and lectures to optometry s...

20230919 Lets Talk Low Vision-Veterans Originally Broadcasted September 19, 2023, on ACB Media 5   U.S. Veterans Services Available for veterans experiencing vision loss is the topic for this month’s call. Please spread the word about this informative session as we have a panel assembled to discuss everything from web access to services to recent instructors and participants at various locations t...

20230817 Lets Talk Low Vision-APH Connect Center Originally Broadcasted August 17, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Table Talk Thursday turns the spotlight over tonight to Let’s Talk Low Vision for a lively and informative visit from the American Printing House Connect Team. Join Richard Rueda, long-time CCLVI member and former officer, will have his colleagues Katie Frederick and Lori Scharff to explain th...

20230718 Lets Talk Low Vision-ACB Convention Review Originally Broadcasted July 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Low Vision Treasures at the ACB Convention Did you attend the ACB Convention and CCLVI Conference virtually or in person? If so, what low vision aids and tools did you see? Were you impressed with the products and services? Did you find the hotel and convention center easy to navigate? What t...

20230516 Lets Talk Low Vision-Events at Convention Originally Broadcasted May 16, 2023, on ACB Media 5   CCLVI President, Patti Cox will bring everyone up to date with a  summary of our upcoming sessions during convention. She will be followed by Queen of Conventions, Janet Dickelman, who will give us an overview of the 2023 ACB Conference and Convention. There will be time for your questions. Wha...

Show Notes Episode .. Our special guest, this month is low, vision specialist, Dr. Kara Crumbliss, O.D., F.A.A.O., chief Compliance Officer, Senior Vice President, Clinical Services Enterprise. Of the Chicago lighthouse. Dr. Crumbliss oversees The Lighthouse’s world-class vision clinic and practices vision rehabilitation in our Main and Huber Vision Rehabilitation Center clinics. She also works as...

20230418 Lets Talk Low Vision Originally Broadcasted April 18, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This month’s guest is Doctor Kara Chambliss. She oversees the Chicago lighthouses world class vision clinic and works as the coordinator of the Illinois College of optometry, low vision, and geriatric ocular disease residency. As an associate clinical professor at the Illinois Institute, her research includes the...

Show Notes Episode 2, In Memory of Dr Bill We know you’ll enjoy this episode! Since 2010, Dr Bill has been the host for Let's Talk Low Vision, the popular talk show and podcast sponsored by the Council of Citizens with Low Vision International.  A few weeks before this episode was recorded, Dr Bill passed away. This episode provides not only a brief pre-recorded interview with Dr Bill, but a celeb...

Show Notes In this episode, we have a doubleheader interview of absent resources, serving the community of individuals with low vision. We know you will greatly enjoy learning more about developments and innovations with AIRA. They have a new application for the desktop, android, and iPhone platforms. in addition, Terry Pachcko, our facilitator interviews our second guest who is small business own...

Show Notes Episode 12 Let’s Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai, Low Vision Speci;ist A dynamic episode in which we hear from a medical professional about low vision strategies. Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O is our special guest this evening.  He has been practicing Low Vision Rehabilitation Services in the metropolitan Washington, DC area since 1993. This episode specifically focuses on “Low Vi...

Show Notes Episode 8 Athletes- Nothing Stops Us Have you ever wondered what it is like to cross a finish line with every muscle aching but your heart bursting with the exciting sense of accomplishment? This is your chance to hear Meagan Hale, a blind young woman who recently completed a triathlon. CCLVI’s own Cathy Schmitt Whitaker is also a former marathoner. They both share their experiences fro...

Show Notes Episode 2022, #5 Enjoy this episode as Richard Rueda shares extensive insight regarding traveling with vision loss over two decades. In his role as Digital Content Manager with the APH Connect Center, Richard gets to travel more than ever. Hear how he expertly navigates social situations, when he seeks assistance at airports and when he avoids it opting to go solo. Learn more tips for t...

Show Notes, April 2022, ACB 2022 Convention Overview Be among the first to find out what to expect at this year’s ACB’s 61st National Convention and CCLVI’s 44th Annual Conference. Janet Dickelman, ACB National Convention Coordinator joined us with lots of details about our first hybrid convention and all it has to offer. Terry Pacheco will also add some of the highlights we can look forward to in...

Show Notes Episode 2022, # 3 An Avalanche of Amazing Amazon Alexa Abilities This episode is for you whether you have an original Alexa, or one of the multiple generations of Echo Dots, or a Show, or a studio, or any of the other devices. You have just scratched the surface of what she can do to make your life easier and tasks simpler. Join the CCLVI crew as we share hundreds of little-known tips w...

Show Notes Episode FCC-Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Broadband access for all! Special Let’s Talk Low. Vision episode for everyone, but especially people who are blind or have low vision and have little or no internet access. Please share this recording with others to let them hear about this new program from the FCC. a one-hour presentation by the Federal Communications Commission on the...

Show Notes 2022, Episode 1, Entertainment Options- ADP & Books Melt those winter chills by curling up with your TV remote or a good book. We will have four experts presenting on Audio Described TV and various book sources such as Audible, Bookshare, Kindle, and more! Guest Speakers: Carol Richardson chair of the Audio Description Project: Anthony Camdela, BookShare Outreach Coordinator: and Pe...

Show Notes Episode 12, Children’s Vision & Magnification Dr Bill and our guest presenter, Kathy L. Friedman, Licensed Dispensing Optician, Educator and Low Vision Failitator, highlight vision development among children as well as explaining how magnification and assistive technology can be helpful for people with low vision. This episode includes top assistive technology tips and sought-after...

Show Notes Episode 11, SpeakToMeCatalog.com Denise Russell Discover the inside story of one woman’s powerful entrepreneurial journey selling talking and musical products by mail order since 1994. Denise Russell, low vision herself, shares the story of starting Speak To Me Catalog, and how it has grown over the years in serving the blind, visually impaired and sighted communities. Listen to this in...

Show Notes 2021, Episode 10, Julian Vargas on iPhones and iOS 15 October 2021 Topic: Julian Vargas shares the new versions of the Apple iPhone and iOS 15 features. Join us to learn the pros and cons of these phones and more. This episode includes a very informative question and answer session with the participants. Discover the latest information about the new Apple iPhones, their operating system...

Show Notes Episode 9, Back to School Episode Topic: Going back to school can be a very stressful time for children. For those who have never gone to school, fear of the unknown is very real. Others may not be sure how their vision loss might affect what they are able to do and achieve. Dr. Bill Takeshita and Dr. Diane Christian will share ways parents and fYes amily can help make the school experi...

Show Notes Episode 8, Resources for Low Vision Join this exciting discussion of resources for individuals with visual impairment, including a California focus, and state resources. From outdoor recreation to k-12 education, higher education, and career training, Dr. Bill interviews two truly informative guests to reveal valuable insights. Joseph Burton of the Hearts for Sight Foundation and Moses...

Show Notes Episode 7, AIRSLA’s Jessie Wolinsky Topic: This episode introduces our listeners to the Audio Internet Recording Service Los Angeles - AIRSLA. learn about the many free resources available through this website and growing podcast series as Dr. Bill Takeshita interview the Vice President of AIRSLA, Jessie Wolinsky. A variety of questions and answers reveals more information about work be...