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How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order

Council Education and Vision Services Director Amy Wurf at her home office. Council staff understand the need for information, connection and support during COVID-19. Even though the Council building is closed to the public and all in-person appointments and classes are postponed, staff are committed to providing essential services to clients and customers. The five staff in Vision Services are doing remote trainings, Calling clients to do wellness checks, giving educational… Continue Reading How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order

Emotional Well-Being During a Pandemic

For any of us, uncertainty and change can be stressful. Given the need for social distancing, some of us may feel isolated or lonely. Even with coping strategies, it can be helpful to reach out for additional support. Here are a variety of resources that you or a loved one may find useful. COVID-19: Resilient… Continue Reading Emotional Well-Being During a Pandemic

Consider a Career Working with People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

If you are exploring job options or looking to change careers, consider becoming a vision services professional. This field provides the opportunity to work with people of all ages and walks of life, make a difference and teach new skills. Read on to learn more about the field and find out if it might be… Continue Reading Consider a Career Working with People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

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Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking

“I have been using online banking for the past 14 years,” says Marge, a Council client. “It makes it easy for me to manage my finances without depending on a person who can see.” As a person who is blind/visually impaired, Marge wanted to maintain independence and privacy for her finances. Online banking makes this… Continue Reading Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking

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The Importance of Building Relationships with State Agencies

State agencies play a critical role in how the Wisconsin government operates. They create policies and put laws into action. Did You Know? There are 61 state agencies in Wisconsin. Here is the full list. Throughout the years, the Council has worked to build relationships with state agencies. This article highlights the work of the… Continue Reading The Importance of Building Relationships with State Agencies

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Adjusting to Vision Loss as You Age

Betty stands in the hallway of her apartment. Betty Zajicek, 84, was diagnosed with macular degeneration eight years ago. When her adult children recently visited her senior apartment, they noticed it seemed dark in her living space and decided to get some help to improve the lighting. Betty did not realize how large of an… Continue Reading Adjusting to Vision Loss as You Age

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Identifying Household Products Through Labeling

“I can cook without leaning over the stove!” exclaims 29-year-old Emily Bauer. Emily loves cooking, but as someone who is visually impaired, she found it dangerous to lean over burners to see the temperature markings on her oven. She realized she needed an alternative method to set the correct temperature. Emily scheduled an in-home vision… Continue Reading Identifying Household Products Through Labeling

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Thank You to Low Vision Fair Sponsors, Speakers, and Vendors

On August 9, the Council hosted a Low Vision Fair in Eau Claire. The Council wishes to thank the following speakers, vendors and sponsors, who made the fair possible. “I highly recommend attending a low vision fair,” says Wanda, who attended with her daughter. “I learned so much about products, resources and programs available. Talking… Continue Reading Thank You to Low Vision Fair Sponsors, Speakers, and Vendors

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Look to the Low Vision Fair for Information About your Vision Loss

Date: Friday, August 9, 2019 Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire Clairemont Campus 620 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701 Attendees at last year’s vision fair visit vendor tables and network. Attendees at last year’s vision fair visit vendor tables and network.If you or a family member… Continue Reading Look to the Low Vision Fair for Information About your Vision Loss

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The Council’s Low Vision Fair Comes to Eau Claire

Date: Friday, August 9, 2019 Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Chippewa Valley Technical College, Eau Claire Clairemont Campus 620 W Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701 The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired invites Eau Claire area residents to our Low Vision Fair. The Low Vision Fair will feature 15 vendors… Continue Reading The Council’s Low Vision Fair Comes to Eau Claire

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Tag: Vision Service

How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order

Emotional Well-Being During a Pandemic

Consider a Career Working with People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking

The Importance of Building Relationships with State Agencies

Adjusting to Vision Loss as You Age

Identifying Household Products Through Labeling

Thank You to Low Vision Fair Sponsors, Speakers, and Vendors

Look to the Low Vision Fair for Information About your Vision Loss

The Council’s Low Vision Fair Comes to Eau Claire

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How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order

Emotional Well-Being During a Pandemic

Consider a Career Working with People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking

The Importance of Building Relationships with State Agencies

Adjusting to Vision Loss as You Age

Identifying Household Products Through Labeling

Thank You to Low Vision Fair Sponsors, Speakers, and Vendors

Look to the Low Vision Fair for Information About your Vision Loss

The Council’s Low Vision Fair Comes to Eau Claire

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