ACB VisAbilities

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Remembering the women who helped build the foundation on which ACBB stands today. Join Terry as she welcomes Lori Scharff, co-chair ACB Women’s Committee, and Pam Shaw, former ACB Vice President, as we recall many of the contributions of 25 very special leaders and friends, and what we have all learned from them. Please note … Read more

VISAbilities – Seniors Leading the Way: Just because we’re old doesn’t mean we’re done! Join Terry as she welcomes the Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss back to share a myriad of updates this dynamic ACB affiliate has achieved over the last two years. Not even a pandemic can slow us down! All are welcome … Read more

VISAbilities – A Virtual Tour: As we approach President’s weekend, we take time to reflect on achievements and advances in our lives and how we have gotten to where we are now. This holds true not just as a country but also through our culture, educational opportunities, and literacy. For many of us, braille literacy … Read more

Terry welcomes long-time Capitol Hill climber and experienced advocate, Debbie Grubb. Her clear and effective strategies for how to find the right person in our Congressional offices; templates for the communications; and persistence are all on the menu. Debbie will share the techniques she has used that have made Florida such a powerhouse on the … Read more

Join Terry as she welcomes Janet Dickelman from the ACB Awards Committee and three prior awards recipients as we delve into the history of these esteemed awards. Who were the people these awards honor? People such as James Olson, Margarine G. Beaman, Robert S. Bray, Durward McDaniel, and others, who achieved national recognition for their … Read more

Terry welcomes two dynamic Life Coaches, both of whom really “get it” in our community. ACB members extraordinaire, Pam Shaw and Gabriel Lopez Kafati, will explain the advantages and positive attitude changes that we can make in our lives. Everyone is invited to join this fun and informative session. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more … Read more

Join me this evening at 7:00 Eastern as I welcome two women who are long-time members of ACB and continue to give of themselves to our communities – Annie Chiappetta and Sue Crawford.  Both of these dynamic ladies have lead diverse and fascinating lives while experiencing vision loss.  As they share their attitudes and philosophies, … Read more

Terry welcomes Christine Chaikin for a lively learning session for everyone who uses a computer, whether with or without magnification or screen readers. There are so many keystrokes that make keyboarding faster and less challenging. Please come and share your ideas so we can all learn from one another. Sponsored by VISAbilities Find out more … Read more

Terry is starting the new year off with a new series of calls. The Blind and Low Vision Community has long been fortunate to have a huge number of Visually Impaired Seniors with amazing Abilities. At least once a month, someone will share their life experiences. Whether life-long or recent vision loss, they all have … Read more