Wellness Wednesday: Asking for Reasonable Accommodations is Not Always the Easiest Thing to Do

Podcast Summary: In this 27th    episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, touch base on asking for Reasonable Accommodations and where to start if you are ready. disclosing a disability, especially hidden disabilities may cause one to consider not asking for the accommodations even though  the reasonable Accommodations can help them succeed. Check out all the Wellness Wednesday...

Wellness Wednesday: Defining Progress, Redefining Resolutions and How do we Perceive  and Achieve Goals that We Have Set.

Podcast Summary: In this 26th    episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, Beth and Robin take a look at their  resolutions, how to define and redefine the goals and the importance of setting your goals from your own self-concept. Check out all the Wellness Wednesday episodes. Show Hosts:             Robin Ennis on the...

Twin Cities Blind Sailing is here! A Sport that is Growing Across the States and World-Wide – Meet Founder Katy Boyd.

Podcast Summary: Exploring the tranquil beauty of Minnesota’s myriad water bodies isn't just a pastime reserved for those who can see. Blind Sailing is a testament to the indomitable spirit and love for inclusivity that thrives in the heart of "the land of 10,000 lakes." In a detailed episode of Blind Abilities, we dive into the world of Katy Boyd, a pioneer for inclusivity on the waves, and the ingenious mind behind the inception of Twin...

Wellness Wednesday: Words Matter, So Does Tone of Voice and Etiquette When We Interact with Others and Ourselves

Podcast Summary: In this 25th  episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, express the importance of words, tone of voice and etiquette when interacting with others. How we adjust, correct and acknowledge others verbal communication. How do we interpret tone and how do we interact with ourselves. Check out all the Wellness Wednesday episodes. Show Hosts:...

Envision Endless Possibilities with the Envision Smartphone App and Smart Glasses. 15% off holiday sale sitewide! Welcome Back Envision CTO and Co-founder Karthik Kannan.

Podcast Summary: Since 2016, Envision has been providing products and services to enhance and empower blind and visually impaired people to live full and independent lives throughout the world. Join Blind Abilities podcast host Simon Bonenfant as he speaks with Envision co-founder Karthik Kannan, as they discuss many groundbreaking additions to the AI powered smart glasses and smartphone app.  Notable Updates include:  Reduce cost by...

BlindShellUSA And Envision America Announces ScripTalk Talking labels App is Now Part of the BlindShell Family of Apps on the BlindShell Classic 2 Accessible Cell Phone!

Podcast Summary: our guests in this episode Come to us from BlindShell USA and Envision America and are here to talk about the latest addition to the BlindShell Accessible Cell Phone Classic 2 family of apps. BlindShell's President and CEO, Bari Azman, , and Diane Ducharme, Senior Program Director, and Jenna Reed Marketing Director at Envision America, join Jeff and Pete to announce that ScripTalk Talking Labels is now...

Wellness Wednesday: Navigating Friendships and Family During the Holidays and All Year Round

Podcast Summary In this 24th  episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, respond to a letter from a listener regarding friendships and navigating frendships during the holiday season. Not only navigating friends but navigating family as well. They also glide into some of the trappings of having a disability and when to say no to the 20 questions thrown your way. Check out all the Wellness Wednesday...

Read the Word of God Your Way: Lutheran Braille Workers Provides Religious Texts in Braille and Large Print at No Cost! Meet Rachel Potts, Director of Strategic Ministries and Partner Relations

podcast Summary: Ever wanted to read a specialized religious book in braille or large print but it wasn’t available? Lutheran Braille Workers are here to help! With over 120 braille production centers and content in over 42 different languages, Lutheran Braille Workers is sure to have something for you!  Their catalogue includes an extensive number of Bibles, Newsletters, Devotions, and books of religious commentary from many...

Enhance the Visual World Around You with Products from Enhanced Vision. Meet Ed Martin, Product Sales Representative at Enhanced Vision

Podcast Summary: While attending the 2023 NFB of PA state convention, Blind Abilities podcast host Simon Bonenfant sat down with Ed Martin, Product Sales Representative at Enhanced Vision, one of the leading magnification companies in the world.  Ed gives listeners an overview of the many product offerings the company provides, and demonstrates one of the leading OCR solutions, the Smart Reader.  From the Enhanced Vision Website:...

Screen Readers Simplified: Introducing the SRT Screen Reader Training Website – Meet Co-creators Allison Mello and Max Avendano, Assistive Technology Specialists at the California School for the Blind

Podcast Summary: Mastering a new screen reader can be a daunting task: with a plethora of screen readers to choose from, and the learning curve of new commands it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Thankfully, there’s a new website to help you along your screen-reader journey!  Blind Abilities podcast host Simon Bonenfant joined Assistive Technology Specialists Allison Mello and Max Avendano in the virtual studio to discuss everything you...