LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
The week's events
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Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
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Mar 15March's workshop runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays from March 1 through 26.
There IS a job market! Job seekers who are blind and have low vision are in demand to work remotely. Let LightHouse support you on your pathway to employment in these challenging times.
Our award-winning Employment Immersion program is now available virtually. Now is the time to join us via the Zoom conferencing platform. The program begins the first Monday of every month and runs each weekday. This comprehensive month-long training is specifically designed for people who are blind and have low vision. We are committed to providing group and individual guidance from the fundamentals of job search, to the complexities of disclosure of one’s disability with pride and confidence, to instruction on job search techniques, to honing interview skills. Most importantly, this program focuses on the participant’s individual job goals.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the team through email: EIteam@lighthouse-sf.org.
iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlindiCanConnect 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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Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
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Mar 16March's workshop runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays from March 1 through 26.
There IS a job market! Job seekers who are blind and have low vision are in demand to work remotely. Let LightHouse support you on your pathway to employment in these challenging times.
Our award-winning Employment Immersion program is now available virtually. Now is the time to join us via the Zoom conferencing platform. The program begins the first Monday of every month and runs each weekday. This comprehensive month-long training is specifically designed for people who are blind and have low vision. We are committed to providing group and individual guidance from the fundamentals of job search, to the complexities of disclosure of one’s disability with pride and confidence, to instruction on job search techniques, to honing interview skills. Most importantly, this program focuses on the participant’s individual job goals.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the team through email: EIteam@lighthouse-sf.org.
Tech TogetherTech 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 -
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
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Mar 17March's workshop runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays from March 1 through 26.
There IS a job market! Job seekers who are blind and have low vision are in demand to work remotely. Let LightHouse support you on your pathway to employment in these challenging times.
Our award-winning Employment Immersion program is now available virtually. Now is the time to join us via the Zoom conferencing platform. The program begins the first Monday of every month and runs each weekday. This comprehensive month-long training is specifically designed for people who are blind and have low vision. We are committed to providing group and individual guidance from the fundamentals of job search, to the complexities of disclosure of one’s disability with pride and confidence, to instruction on job search techniques, to honing interview skills. Most importantly, this program focuses on the participant’s individual job goals.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the team through email: EIteam@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
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Mar 18March's workshop runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays from March 1 through 26.
There IS a job market! Job seekers who are blind and have low vision are in demand to work remotely. Let LightHouse support you on your pathway to employment in these challenging times.
Our award-winning Employment Immersion program is now available virtually. Now is the time to join us via the Zoom conferencing platform. The program begins the first Monday of every month and runs each weekday. This comprehensive month-long training is specifically designed for people who are blind and have low vision. We are committed to providing group and individual guidance from the fundamentals of job search, to the complexities of disclosure of one’s disability with pride and confidence, to instruction on job search techniques, to honing interview skills. Most importantly, this program focuses on the participant’s individual job goals.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the team through email: EIteam@lighthouse-sf.org.
30% & Growing Goes Virtual30% & Growing Goes Virtual
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Mar 18Hello Working Warriors, LightHouse is looking back on what we have been able to accomplish serving the blind community during the challenges of the past year. Let all of us dig deep and share in celebrating our personal accomplishments, and having "survived" the pandemic thus far. Join our virtual Happy Hour as we will collectively raise our glass and toast to resiliency! RSVP to Sheri at salbers@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7331. -
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
Employment Immersion Virtual Workshop
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Mar 19March's workshop runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. weekdays from March 1 through 26.
There IS a job market! Job seekers who are blind and have low vision are in demand to work remotely. Let LightHouse support you on your pathway to employment in these challenging times.
Our award-winning Employment Immersion program is now available virtually. Now is the time to join us via the Zoom conferencing platform. The program begins the first Monday of every month and runs each weekday. This comprehensive month-long training is specifically designed for people who are blind and have low vision. We are committed to providing group and individual guidance from the fundamentals of job search, to the complexities of disclosure of one’s disability with pride and confidence, to instruction on job search techniques, to honing interview skills. Most importantly, this program focuses on the participant’s individual job goals.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact the team through email: EIteam@lighthouse-sf.org.
iCanConnect Information Session for People who are DeafBlindiCanConnect 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
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!
