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20211013 - Medicare Histories and Personal Divisions Part 2 - 21014.

October 13, 2021
# This is the final of two sessions focusing on Medicare choices and personal options specifically helpful for people exploring options during open enrollment in California but may be helpful to members in any state. Attendees should leave with a better understanding of commercial advertising and political rhetoric about Medicare.

20211012 - Fall Prevention Session 2 - 1559.

October 13, 2021
One out of every three sighted persons over the age of 65 will fall this year. For people with a visual impairment, that number is much higher. Older adults with a visual impairment are 50% more likely to suffer falls than are fully sighted individuals. Do not be one of them. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss www.aavl-blind-seniors.org

20211012 - People Of Vision - Week 19 - 130040.

October 12, 2021
# ACB history buffs, we have completed the book, People of Vision: A History of the American Council of the Blind, by James J. Megivern and Marjorie L. Megivern. ACB presidents, both past and present, will share their stories and experiences. Bring your questions. The next proposed book to read and discuss is The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler.

Lively Latin October 5 Lesson 8

October 8, 2021
Episode Notes

Notes go here Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included.

20211008 VISAbilities - Mentoring - 190000.

October 8, 2021
Mentoring is a chance to give back. Join Terry as she welcomes Dr. Olaya Landa-Vialard and Richard Rueda, of the APH Connect-Center, for a re-cap of the recent National Transition Conversation: Mentoring Initiatives, Programs, and Policies Virtual Conference, hosted by APH. We will also learn more about the upcoming plans for the Connect-Center. It has come a long way from AFB's Career Connect of a few years ago. We should also have time to explore ACB mentoring opportunities.
Sponsored by VISAbilities www.VISAbilities.net

20211007 - Fall Prevention - Session 1 - 1559.

October 7, 2021
Fall Prevention:

One out of every three sighted persons over the age of 65 will fall this year. For people with a visual impairment, that number is much higher. Older adults with a visual impairment are 50% more likely to suffer falls than are fully sighted individuals. Do not be one of them. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss www.aavl-blind-seniors.org

Herbie's cooking corner 07/09/2021

October 7, 2021
Episode Notes

Notes go here Herbie's Cooking Corner - Meat Loaf: You will need the following if you are participating: 2 pounds ground beef; half cup chopped onion (You can use frozen or pre-chopped); two heals of bread or hamburger buns; 2 eggs; Ketchup; salt, pepper, minced garlic (optional); pie plate or 9 by 9 pan; and an oven.

Apple Presentation 10/01/2021

October 6, 2021
Episode Notes

Notes go here Messages, News, Calendar, Reminders, Weather, the baseball game, and so much more, we’re often receiving numerous notifications every day. How do we stay on top of them? Join certified Apple Teacher Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Instructor Team as they teach you about this powerful and sometimes complex topic. Learn about various ways to manage and customize notifications so you’ll receive only the ones you want. Find out how to take immediate action on important notifications. Learn how silence some or all notifications. Find out how to still get the important notifications you just don’t want to miss. 

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20211006 - Medicare Histories and Personal Divisions Part 1 - 21014.

October 6, 2021
# This is the first of two sessions focusing on Medicare choices and personal options specifically helpful for people exploring options during open enrollment in California but may be helpful to members in any state. Attendees should leave with a better understanding of commercial advertising and political rhetoric about Medicare.