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On the Road with Barry – Freeport, FL
Day one I felt weird all day: from the drive to the airport through the drive to Freeport. I’m going to Florida to see Teresa, who’s doing her best to become a more independent traveler, but I didn’t make it to our first day of training. The “feeling weird” turned...
A Legacy of Success
By Vijay Joshi KPA CTP, FFCP, Manager of Raiser and Host Experience at Leader Dogs for the Blind LDM Java a black Labrador retriever laying inside of her whelping box feeding her litter of eight black and golden colored puppies. There is no question that our Leader...
Dog Safety in July
By Alyssa Otis, GDMI/Outreach Specialist As Independence Day draws near, so does the anticipation of fireworks lighting up the night sky. It’s important to remember the impact it can have on our pets. This season can be stressful for some of our dogs, putting them at...
Tick and Flea Prevention Season
David Smith, DVM It’s that time of year again, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming and the ticks are...
On the Road with Barry – Mechanicsburg
Day 1 I’ve got a plan. I’m flying to Baltimore, then driving to Mechanicsburg. On the way, there’s this little town...
On the Road with Barry – Lumberton, Texas
Day 1 Well, this is unusual. I’m usually headed to an airport and have a story to tell about someone I sat next to on...
My Volunteer Experience
Happy National Volunteer Week to all my fellow volunteers! My name is Margaret Lopez, and I am a Volunteer Engagement...
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Cooking eggs with the most blind accessible cooking device ever!!GIVEAWAY! Follow me and comment why you’d enjoy owning your own @BravaHome for a chance to win one! #BravaPartner #giveaway Support my GoFundMe for The Mira Foundation: https://gofund.me/5d8fc57f SHOP MY AMAZON FAVORITES: www.amazon.com/shop/mollyburke (You can find the stickers/vision boarding book in my Health & Wellness shop!) Join my exclusive Killer... Read more -
What type of opthalmologist do i need to see to be diagnosed? I already went to a retina specialist and he said he couldn't diagnose me with RP but he heavily suspected it. I'm in Northern Ireland. They said waiting list is 8months I can't wait that long.I'm willing to go private or travel for a diagnosis. I don't want to be in the dark for 8 months. They also suspect AZOOR which might get worse if I don't get diagnosed soon. submitted by /u/mayabelle3469 [link] [comments]... Read more -
#LionsCon25: See you in Orlando!🎉 Get excited and get registered for #lionscon25 Orlando, July 13-17, 2025! 🌟 👥 Meet fellow Lions and Leos 🦁 from around the world, 🎊 Proudly march in the Parade of Nations 🌎, 🗓️ and be part of our biggest event of the year. Experience every dazzling moment Orlando has... Read more -
Amazon Partnership Provides AccessibilityThe post Amazon Partnership Provides Accessibility appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse. ... Read more -
Accessibility Reigns at Rise to ShineThe post Accessibility Reigns at Rise to Shine appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse. ... Read more
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Foglia’s first residentThe post Foglia’s first resident appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse. ... Read more
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2 Delfina Explains Home Management Learning Through Student Involvement in Thanksgiving Preparationhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1v98jqwtcA ... Read more -
Wendy Lusk Voted Executive Director of the YearWe are thrilled to share that Wendy Lusk has been honored as Executive Director of the Year by the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce! While Wendy was away on vacation, President Scott Skinner kindly accepted the award on her behalf at the Chamber Breakfast on November 7. The event celebrated... Read more -
Support student technology this Giving Tuesday#iPads, switches, and light up #BeanBags—oh my! 🚨 These pieces of #Technology are critical tools our students use to access their world. Your matched gift this #GivingTuesday will directly support specialized technology that Perkins students use in their daily life. Give today and your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up... Read more -
Calorie Free PizzaThis episode is jam-packed with goodies, so we hope you enjoy the fun. First, you’re all warmly invited to our post-Thanksgiving open house. It’s free, fun, and festive, and takes place on Friday, November 29 between 1-5 PM eastern time. To register your seat. please visit this link. We also... Read more
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