Together, we are changing what it means to be blind.; NFB Training Center; blindness skills development for people of all ages; Positive blindness philosophy
Ruston, Louisiana
Joined February 2014
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When I found the national Federation of the blind. I learned about the organization and I have met so many friends and mentors. They have really guided me along my journey.
#MeetTheBlind
LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
I learned a lot of my alternative techniques in school, but unfortunately I was not able to get the best services. I opted to go to a training center and it changed my life.#MeetTheBlind
A1, Please understand that blindness does not mean that you’r life "is over," and that you can no longer be a productive, contributing, fulfilled member of your community and society. #MeetTheBlind
Good afternoon, everyone! As with the other Federation centers, many of our students experience blindness later in life, and navigating this New phase can often be simultaneously rewarding and challenging. #MeetTheBlind
LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
So accurate! I get the awkward stares all the time from people. Or they will say, "But you don't look blind..." #BlindnessAwarenessMonth #MeetTheBlind – at Johnstown, PA
Blindness is a spectrum. Some blind people have some sight but still need to use tools like a cane. We’ve heard others might think we’re “faking it,” but we’re just using techniques that are efficient, helpful, and safe for us. #MeetTheBlind
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In one hour we are hosting our #MeetTheBlind Twitter chat for this week’s topic: lived experiences with #blindness, race, and ethnicity. Join the conversation.
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A6: What may be perceived as a disability, in many instances can be a benefit. Additionally, some of the accommodations used to make things accessible benefit others. For example, captioning for the deafblind creates searchable transcripts for the sighted. #MeetTheBlind
LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
KYU2 acquiring another disability was a little scary at the beginning, but because I didn’t stop and I developed alternative techniques, it’s not scary. I don’t like when society feel sorry for me. #MeetTheBlind
All too often, expectations are lowered for all blind people, especially those with additional involvements. In the Federation and at our training centers, we are changing that paradigm. #MeetTheBlind
Thanks so much!
Congratulations to @TheLCB1985 on celebrating 35 years, changing lives, and helping blind people live the lives they want. #MeetTheBlind
LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
Today at 2 pm ET – Join the #MeetTheBlind Twitter Chat. Let’s discuss our lived experiences with #blindness and other disabilities including deafblind, autism, mental health, learning disabilities, & physical disabilities. #BlindTwitter buff.ly/3admpDA
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LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
We appreciate @GarretGraves and his staffer Kevin Roig meeting with us today to discuss our legislative priorities. Thank you for the time and opportunity, as well as for your service! #NFBinDC
It was great having you with us, and we look forward to our continued collaboration!
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Much love and respect to Joe and his family!
Powerful tribute to @TheLCB1985 graduate and @NFB_Voice Arkansas leader Joe Sexton who is battling cancer resulting from being a first responder after September 11. #FederationFamily
LA Center f/t Blind retweeted
See you soon in Atlanta, GA at the #VSAFallConf. Bring your ideas, passion, and open minds to discuss the future of the low vision field. #Visionserve
It was a great day! So thankful for all involved. #MeetTheBlind
We were proud to partner with some great folks for the Touchdown Touch Tour this past Saturday, giving blind students an opportunity to experience a football gameday through touch.
#EverLoyalBe
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A9 Oh man, this one is hard. If travel is something that stresses you out, my best advice is to go get training at a structured discovery center. @TheLCB1985 @CoCenter4Blind and @BlindInc are all great. Training truely changed my life. #MeetTheBlind
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A10: We travel wherever there are opportunities to build the Federation! We look forward to #NFB20 next year in Houston, TX. nfb.org/get-involved/nationa… #MeetTheBlind