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Resource Workshop

Room set up with chairs in a circle

Resource Workshop

The purpose of Resource Workshop is to provide a place for group instructionhere participants can share their own experiences, expertise or concerns in technology, computers, living skills and adaptive devices. This program provides a platform for participants to mentor and be mentored by their peers. Instruction and moderation by Training Center Professionals. 

Class Size- Groups of 5-10    

Seminar is four-week course.

Week 1 Day 1

  • Introduction to Class
  • Accessible Prescription labels
  • Work/School Apps
  • NLS Players/BARD
  • AppleVis /Eyes Free Project

Week 1 Day 2

  • Eye Physiology

Week 2 Day 1 

  • Virtual Assistants & Apps
  • Financial Apps
  • Traveling with a Visual Impairment

Week 2 Day 2

  • Free matter for the blind
  • National Park Admission
  • Free/reduced admission to museums
  • Taxes
  • Blind Work Expenses

Week 3 Day 1

  • Entertainment
  • Described Content
  • Accessible Devices
  • Accessible Video Games
  • Food Delivery Apps
  • Shopping Apps
  • Accessible Gifs

Week 3 Day 2

  • Hadley School for the Blind
  • Ears for Eyes
  • Blind Abilities 

Week 4 Day 1 

  • Support Groups- list
  • Hadley Discussions
  • Facebook Groups/ Other social media

 Week 4 Day 2

  • Participant Groups
  • Activities/Camps
  • Accessible Sports