If you haven’t already: Please respond: Survey of Readers of the RDPFS Resources for Partners Bulletin
This past week, subscribers to this Bulletin received an email with a link to a reader’s survey. The brief questionnaire seeks to get your input on the Bulletin, along with suggestions for future issues. We will greatly appreciate your feedback.
Please respond as soon as possible (no later than May 17, 2024) to this questionnaire by clicking on the link below:
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Considerations Related to OTC Hearing Aids for Individuals Who are Blind or Have Low Vision: A Webinar on May 17, 2024
With the growing number of older adults with hearing loss in addition to vision loss, OTC (over-the-counter) hearing aids have been gaining increased attention. OIB-TAC (Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center) is hosting a webinar on the topic on May 17, 2024 at 3 pm ET (2 pm CT). Representatives from Helen Keller [...]
“Powered by Connection” Theme for 2024 Older Americans Month: The Older Americans Act: Its Reauthorization and Upcoming Webinar on Including Seniors with Vision Loss in the Legislation
Each year in May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the national observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). OAM recognizes the contributions of older Americans, highlights aging trends, and “reaffirms commitments to serving the older adults in our communities.” “Powered by Connection,” the 2024 theme, focuses on the “profound impact that meaningful relationships and [...]
Upcoming Webinar: “Pathway to Diagnosis: Genetic Testing for Inherited Retinal Diseases," May 29, 2024
The National Center for Children’s Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness has announced a webinar covering “Pathways to Diagnosis: Genetic Testing for Inherited Retinal Diseases,” taking place on Wednesday, May 29, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm ET. Participants will learn about genetic testing as it contributes to diagnosing an inherited retinal disease (IRD). Topics include: [...]
Mental Health Month Reminders.: Upcoming Summit and Ongoing Support for People Who Are Visually Impaired from “Those Who Understand the Toll of Vision Loss”
As noted in a previous issue of this Bulletin, the first annual Blindness and Mental Health Summit will be held virtually on June 14, 2024 from 12 to 4 pm ET. This program, offered at no charge by Accessible Pharmacy, will feature speakers in the blindness, low vision, and disabilities fields, along with an exhibit [...]
Resource: Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Adults and Vision Loss
The American Printing House for the Blind (APH) ConnectCenter has published a piece on “Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Adults with Vision Loss,” with extensive data about loneliness and recommendations for staying connected. Loneliness and isolation are associated with greater risks for health conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, weakened immune function, depression, [...]
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