LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.
Events in November 2020
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Nov 1
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Nov 2(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 3(2 events)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. 2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Voices and Verbosity2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Voices and Verbosity – Join the LightHouse Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times. Tech Together is a chance to share your knowledge and experience, as well as learn from other blind technology users. LightHouse Access Technology staff share tips and resources on each week’s topic. Then there is time for LightHouse students and friends to add to the conversation, as we all learn from each other. Topics are decided on a rolling basis as our community’s needs evolve during shelter in place. November 3: Voices and Verbosity: November 10: PC Screen Reader Showdown November 17: Talk Shopping November 24: Making the Most of Magnification Join us for one or all these conversations. RSVP to AT@lighthouse-sf.org or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7343. RSVP by email is preferred. |
Nov 4(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 5(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. |
Nov 6
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Nov 7
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Nov 8
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Nov 9(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 10(3 events)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. 2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: PC Screen Reader Showdown2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: PC Screen Reader Showdown – Join the LightHouse Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times. Tech Together is a chance to share your knowledge and experience, as well as learn from other blind technology users. LightHouse Access Technology staff share tips and resources on each week’s topic. Then there is time for LightHouse students and friends to add to the conversation, as we all learn from each other. Topics are decided on a rolling basis as our community’s needs evolve during shelter in place. November 3: Voices and Verbosity: November 10: PC Screen Reader Showdown November 17: Talk Shopping November 24: Making the Most of Magnification Join us for one or all these conversations. RSVP to AT@lighthouse-sf.org or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7343. RSVP by email is preferred. 4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online)4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online) – The four-session GPS and Wayfinding online course will introduce consumers to foundational GPS concepts, useful app features, and problem-solving strategies. This course will help students develop independent travel skills needed for gaining or retaining employment. When RSVP to Marie Trudelle at mtrudelle@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 11(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 12(3 events)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. 4:00 pm: Better Market Street Project Update (online)4:00 pm: Better Market Street Project Update (online) – The LightHouse is pleased to present an update via Zoom on the Better Market Street project, which has undergone some changes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us at 4:00 pm Pacific on Thursday, November 12, to learn about the changes from representatives of San Francisco Public Works and the SFMTA. Notable developments include:
These changes mean that the sidewalks will only be for people walking and transit passengers no longer have to cross the bikeway to get to the sidewalk. Transit passengers will get to and from the center boarding islands at signalized crossings. Each of these issues will be discussed in further detail. We hope you can join us. RSVP to Scott Blanks: SBlanks@lighthouse-sf.org. 4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online)4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online) – The four-session GPS and Wayfinding online course will introduce consumers to foundational GPS concepts, useful app features, and problem-solving strategies. This course will help students develop independent travel skills needed for gaining or retaining employment. When RSVP to Marie Trudelle at mtrudelle@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 13
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Nov 14
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Nov 15
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Nov 16(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 17(3 events)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. 2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Talk Shopping2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Talk Shopping – Join the LightHouse Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times. Tech Together is a chance to share your knowledge and experience, as well as learn from other blind technology users. LightHouse Access Technology staff share tips and resources on each week’s topic. Then there is time for LightHouse students and friends to add to the conversation, as we all learn from each other. Topics are decided on a rolling basis as our community’s needs evolve during shelter in place. November 3: Voices and Verbosity: November 10: PC Screen Reader Showdown November 17: Talk Shopping November 24: Making the Most of Magnification Join us for one or all these conversations. RSVP to AT@lighthouse-sf.org or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7343. RSVP by email is preferred. 4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online)4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online) – The four-session GPS and Wayfinding online course will introduce consumers to foundational GPS concepts, useful app features, and problem-solving strategies. This course will help students develop independent travel skills needed for gaining or retaining employment. When RSVP to Marie Trudelle at mtrudelle@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 18(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 19(2 events)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course10:00 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel - a 6-week remote course – Tuesday and Thursdays, October 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29 and November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17 & 19 from 10:00 a.m. to noon This is a comprehensive 6-week 14-class course using Zoom to introduce consumers to foundational Orientation & Mobility concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe, independent travel and for gaining or retaining employment. It’s taught by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialists, Robert Alminana and Jennifer Huey. Participants will meet twice a week for a total instruction time of 28 hours. This total includes two hours of individual pre-class assessment and Zoom procedures, and two hours of individual outside class support.
Who will benefit from the course?
How will participants benefit from the course?
How does the course fit in with consumer’s overall O&M training program?
This class is frequently sponsored by the California Department of Rehabilitation. Please work with your counselor to arrange for enrollment. However, if you wish to pay for the class privately, the total fee for this 6-week 14-class course with materials is $1,302.60. What are the required materials will be needed for the course? Students will receive teaching materials at the start of class:
What information should DOR authorizations contain?
To register, please have your Department of Rehabilitation Counselor send authorizations to 1Referral@lighthouse-sf.org no later than Friday, October 2 Space is limited to ten students. If you have more questions regarding this course, would like an electronic copy of the full curriculum, or if you are unsure if your Consumer is ready for this course, please contact Robert Alminana at RAlminana@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7375, or Jennifer Huey at JHuey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7376. 4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online)4:00 pm: Navigation with Mobile GPS Apps (online) – The four-session GPS and Wayfinding online course will introduce consumers to foundational GPS concepts, useful app features, and problem-solving strategies. This course will help students develop independent travel skills needed for gaining or retaining employment. When RSVP to Marie Trudelle at mtrudelle@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 20
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Nov 22
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Nov 23(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 24(1 event)
2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Making the Most of Magnification2:00 pm: Tech Together Online: Making the Most of Magnification – Join the LightHouse Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times. Tech Together is a chance to share your knowledge and experience, as well as learn from other blind technology users. LightHouse Access Technology staff share tips and resources on each week’s topic. Then there is time for LightHouse students and friends to add to the conversation, as we all learn from each other. Topics are decided on a rolling basis as our community’s needs evolve during shelter in place. November 3: Voices and Verbosity: November 10: PC Screen Reader Showdown November 17: Talk Shopping November 24: Making the Most of Magnification Join us for one or all these conversations. RSVP to AT@lighthouse-sf.org or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7343. RSVP by email is preferred. |
Nov 25(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Nov 26
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Nov 29
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Nov 30(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Dec 1(1 event)
12:00 pm: An Insider's Look Into the Comcast Innovation Lab12:00 pm: An Insider's Look Into the Comcast Innovation Lab – Please join us for a conversation with a true pioneer in the accessibility field, Tom Wlodkowski, Vice President of Accessibility for Comcast. Hosted by LightHouse for the Blind Senior Director of Programs, Scott Blanks and Erin Lauridsen, Director of Access Technology, participants can will hear about the numerous innovations Tom and his team have created. From the award winning Xfinity X1 Voice Guidance text-to-speech interface and the web-based Xfinity Adaptive Remote to implementing a dedicated support center specifically tailored for customers with disabilities, Tom and his team define the strategy to ensure current and future Comcast products and services include customers of all abilities. This is a unique opportunity to hear more about the Comcast Accessibility Lab, which provides an interactive atmosphere where accessibility features are at the forefront of everything the team does as they strive to find the next breakthrough for those with disabilities. RSVP Date: Please RSVP by November 20 To register for this event, visit the Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-insiders-conversation-with-the-head-of-comcasts-accessibility-lab-tickets-128660028609 For more information, contact development@lighthouse-sf.org |
Dec 2(1 event)
10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+10:00 am: Get Moving: O & M For Independent Travel for Adults 55+ – What is this Course? It is a comprehensive 12-class O&M training distance course using the Zoom Video Conference platform to introduce students to foundational O&M concepts, skills, and current technologies for safe and independent travel. The course is divided into 12 two-hour lessons: two lessons per week over six weeks. The total instruction time for the course is 24 hours. The 12 essential O&M lessons cover: The Benefits of O&M Training; Overview of Sensory, Spatial & Environmental Awareness; Orientation Strategies and Skills; Tactile Graphics/TMAPS; Human Guide; Protective Techniques; Long Cane Basics; Outdoor Travel; Street Crossing Sequence; Intersection Analysis; Public Transportation & Trip Planning; and Introduction to Electronic Travel Devices, GPS & Wayfinding Technologies. The course is intended for Bay Area residents who are 55 yrs and older. Who Would Benefit From this Course?
This Course is not intended for independent active travelers RSVP by October 16 to Danette Davis at DDavis@lighthouse-sf.org or Chris Williams at CW@lighthouse-sf.org. |
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The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling 415-694-7325. For more information about visiting the Adaptations Store, head to our shop page.
The LightHouse is scent-free. Please abstain from wearing colognes, perfumes, or other scented products. Additionally, coffee must be securely lidded at all times and citrus should not be peeled on the premises. Thanks for supporting our efforts to respect chemical sensitivities!