The week's events
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iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlind
iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlind
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Mar 15If you are a Deaf-Blind person in need of new technology and training to access email, social media, Zoom, or other distance telecommunication, this one’s for you. LightHouse’s iCanConnect (iCC) program is hosting a series of Q&A Sessions for interested community members and potential applicants with Nai Damato, the iCC access technology trainer, and Alyah Thomas, the program assistant. The iCanConnect program provides eligible, deaf-blind, low-income applicants of all ages with new technology, training, and support after training is complete. We can provide a range of equipment depending on individual need and skills, for example: iPhones with Braille displays; computers with screen readers and noise canceling headsets to hear JAWs; assistance with upgrading software such as ZoomText or JAWS; or providing braille displays to folks who can no longer hear the speech on the screen reader, but can read email using a braille display.
If you or someone you know might be interested in the program, please join us at one of the following dates:
January: Tuesday 1/12 from 3:00-4:00pm or Friday 1/15 from 12:00-1:00pm
February: Friday 2/19 from 12:00-1:00pm
March: Monday 3/15 from 3:00-4:00, Friday 3/19 from 12:00-1:00pmFor more information about the program or to RSVP for an event, please email program assistant, Alyah Thomas, at athomas@lighthouse-sf.org
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Tech Together
Tech Together
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Mar 16Join 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.
Or leave a voicemail at 1-415-694-7618. Online registration is preferred.
Upcoming Topics
Tech Together: Fundamentals of Files, the Basics
This session will discuss files and folders, how to name, organize and sort them, so you can always find your electronic information whenever you need it.
Tuesday, March 2 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
RSVP online for the March 2 Tech Together event.
Tech Together: Fundamentals of Files, Next Steps
This session will cover how to back up, share, and search for your files.
Tuesday, March 9 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
RSVP online for the March 9 Tech Together event.
Tech Together: March Mail Madness, The Basics
Have you ever wondered when to reply and when to reply all? Or when to choose CC vs. BCC when copying someone on an email? Or maybe you’re wondering what the difference is between accessing your inbox on the web or in an app. This session will tackle these email topics and more.
Tuesday, March 16 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
RSVP online for the March 16 Tech Together event.
Tech Together: March Mail Madness, Next Steps
Do you need to delete loads of old email? Or search for an important message you’ve misplaced? Can filters keep distribution lists from overrunning your inbox? We’ll tackle the finer points of managing all that mail.
Tuesday, March 23 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
RSVP online for the March 23 Tech Together event.
Tech Together: Moderating a Meting
If you’re curious about scheduling, hosting, and moderating a Zoom meeting using access technology, we’ll share what we have learned during this first year of Virtual Tech together. Whether you’re wondering how to reduce background noise, how to find raised hands, or how to share your screen, come join us for this tour of Tech Together behind the scenes.
Tuesday, March 30 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
RSVP online for the March 30 Tech Together eve -
Wildlife of the San Francisco Bay and Shorelines
Wildlife of the San Francisco Bay and Shorelines
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Mar 17Join East Bay Regional Park Naturalist Michael Charnofsky for a virtual tour of the wildlife of the San Francisco Bay and shorelines: Although the SF Bay is much different now than 200 years ago, it is still home to a fascinating array of wildlife big and small.
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iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlind
iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlind
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Mar 19If you are a Deaf-Blind person in need of new technology and training to access email, social media, Zoom, or other distance telecommunication, this one’s for you. LightHouse’s iCanConnect (iCC) program is hosting a series of Q&A Sessions for interested community members and potential applicants with Nai Damato, the iCC access technology trainer, and Alyah Thomas, the program assistant. The iCanConnect program provides eligible, deaf-blind, low-income applicants of all ages with new technology, training, and support after training is complete. We can provide a range of equipment depending on individual need and skills, for example: iPhones with Braille displays; computers with screen readers and noise canceling headsets to hear JAWs; assistance with upgrading software such as ZoomText or JAWS; or providing braille displays to folks who can no longer hear the speech on the screen reader, but can read email using a braille display.
If you or someone you know might be interested in the program, please join us at one of the following dates:
January: Tuesday 1/12 from 3:00-4:00pm or Friday 1/15 from 12:00-1:00pm
February: Friday 2/19 from 12:00-1:00pm
March: Monday 3/15 from 3:00-4:00, Friday 3/19 from 12:00-1:00pmFor more information about the program or to RSVP for an event, please email program assistant, Alyah Thomas, at athomas@lighthouse-sf.org
Community Bingo Goes VirtualCommunity Bingo Goes Virtual
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Mar 19Bingo is back virtually, so break out those accessible bingo cards and enter our virtual game room for all that bingo fun with Enchanted Hills Camp volunteer Annalisa. Come for the bingo excitement, stay for the prize at the end. If you don't have cards, you can order them online at www.adaptations.org or by phone at 888-400-8933. A limited supply of accessible bingo cards are also available for free loan by contacting Jaclyne Atoigue at jatoigue@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415.694.7618 where you can also direct your RSVP and request for Zoom access details.
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!
