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The week's events

  • The Business of Blindness Phone Chat: Make Coffee and Call Mike Cole

    The Business of Blindness Phone Chat: Make Coffee and Call Mike Cole


    Jun 1

    What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, will lead this call-in forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so make a cup of coffee (or tea), sit in your favorite chair and call in to chat the business of blindness.

    For more information including dial in details, contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

     

    Virtual Yoga with Amber

    Virtual Yoga with Amber


    Jun 1

    Join us every Monday at 2:00 p.m. for a virtual yoga class where Amber will guide you through a full vinyasa flow to keep you healthy and strong. This class is for people who have done yoga before and have a general idea of the basic poses. For call-in details please email Amber at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

    What Are Reasonable Accommodations - With Disability Rights California (online)

    What Are Reasonable Accommodations - With Disability Rights California (online)


    Jun 1

    Receiving the appropriate equipment, services, and accommodations that will help your low vision or blind child succeed can be a difficult path to navigate. Knowing your rights, and having a community to share resources with, can make your voyage to success just a little easier.

    To help parents and guardians understand their child’s rights and gain a deeper connection with other families, LightHouse and our friends from Disability Rights California (DRC) will be hosting a webinar with a more in-depth conversation about reasonable accommodations

    All families of youth that are blind or have low vision are invited to join us for our hour-long presentation and conversation about reasonable accommodations at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1. The presentation will be led by professionals from DRC with ample time to ask questions to DRC staff and to LightHouse Youth Services Team members at the end of the program

    For more information about all the great advocacy work DRC does, please visit - https://www.disabilityrightsca.org/who-we-are/vision-mission-advocacy-principles

    Who: parents and families of Youth that are Blind or have Low Vision

    What: Hour long presentation via zoom about 504 and reasonable accommodations

    When: 4:00pm -5:00pm Monday, June 1

    RSVP: by 5:00 pm Friday May 29

    Once you have been signed up for the program you will receive information on how to access the Zoom meeting with your computer, smart device or phone. If you are interested in signing up for our virtual What Are Reasonable Accommodations with DRC, please contact Jamey Gump at or jgump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.

  • Tech Together (online)

    Tech Together (online)


    Jun 2

    Tech Together Online

    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.

    Join us for one or all of these conversations, which will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone. Zoom meeting details will be provided when you RSVP to: adecker@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7343 Please note that we need your email address to invite you to the Zoom meeting, so RSVP via email is preferred.

    Tech Together: Topic-Accessible Games (online)

    Tech Together: Topic-Accessible Games (online)


    Jun 2

    Tech Together Online

    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.

    June 2: Accessible Games

    We'll share how we turn our phones and computers in to sources of entertainment by gaming solo or with friends.

     

    June 9: Smart home Possibilities

    Come chat about what can happen when you combine smart speakers with accessories, gadgets or appliances. Just how smart and accessible can our homes become?

    Join us for one or all of these conversations, which will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone. Zoom meeting details will be provided when you RSVP to: adecker@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7343 Please note that we need your email address to invite you to the Zoom meeting, so RSVP via email is preferred.

  • Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)

    Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)


    Jun 3

    Stress Reduction & Meditation Goes Virtual

    Please note that although LightHouse is closed for the holidays, this virtual class is still being held on December 22.

    Each Wednesday morning we offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for both beginners and advanced practitioners and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.

    RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.

    Optimal Health, Optimal You: Virtual Health Class (online)

    Optimal Health, Optimal You: Virtual Health Class (online)


    Jun 3

    Call into our new virtual health class to listen to an episode of our favorite health podcast, Optimal Health Daily. You will have a chance to participate in a group discussion, do a live Q&A with our Health and Wellness guru, Amber, and set weekly health goals to stay fit and fierce!

    Calling in is easy, just email or call Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7353 to RSVP and get call-in information. Stay well!

     

  • Reel Escape: Youth Audio Description Movie Club watching "Minions" (online)

    Reel Escape: Youth Audio Description Movie Club watching "Minions" (online)


    Jun 4

    With coronavirus effecting many aspects of our lives we are all doing our best to social distance our self’s while trying to support and stay connected with those around us. LightHouse’s Youth program will host the weekly Reel Escape Audio Description Movie Club that will help students do just that with their blind and low vision friends from the safety of their own home.

    Students that RSVP will join a zoom meeting at 3:00 p.m. on the day of the event where we will watch that week’s movie selection. After the showing, we will discuss the film and allow time for students to connect with friends. All movies will be a G or PG rating and will have audio description.

    Who: Youth that are Blind or have Low Vision

    What: Audio Description Movie Club for youth to connect with friends

    When: Thursday at 3:00 pm

    When: Every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. in April and May 2020

    RSVP: by 5:00 pm of the Wednesday before the club meets. Once you have RSVP’d for the event, you will receive information for a Zoom meeting that you can access from your computer, smart device or call in using a phone

    If you are interested in signing up for the Reel Escape: Audio Description Movie Club, please contact Jamey Gump at 415-694-7372 or jgump@lighthouse-sf.org.

     

  • Yoga: Alignment Flow (online)

    Yoga: Alignment Flow (online)


    Jun 5

    Yoga: Alignment Flow Mondays and Fridays 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. throughout May

    LightHouse yoga instructor Kimm Ropicky knows that now, more than ever, it’s vital to our health and wellbeing to get some movement into our lives. Kimm is extending her online class offerings via her private practice to the LightHouse community per the following instructions. Some knowledge of yoga is helpful, though not necessary. Joining the Zoom meeting with your video enabled allows Kimm to provide more detailed feedback, particularly in the event you ask for clarification.

    What You Need to Know:
    • Be Early--Please join the class 10-15 minutes prior to allow time to resolve technical issues.
    • Duration--All classes are 60 minutes in length.
    • Donations--Class is donation-based. Please pay what you can. No one will be turned away for a lack of funds. Recommended donations $10-$20. Please consider showing your support via one of these platforms: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31997465
    Venmo: Kimberly-Ropicky
    PayPal: kimberlyropicky@gmail.com
    A password Required--In order to create a safe space for connection with our community, a password for each meeting is required. To obtain, please do either of the following: Email: Kimmropickyyoga@gmail.com or Follow/DM on Instagram: @yogawithkimm
    • Registration will end one hour prior to class. Any messages up to an hour before class will receive response after class. • Consult your Doctor--Please consult with your doctor before practicing, to be mindful of any conditions you may have and how this practice may impact you.
    • Class Description--Yoga: Alignment Flow Monday's and Friday's from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. This class is recommended for beginners. Props strongly recommended: 2 Blocks or 1 chair, a strap or a hand towel and a blanket (like a throw blanket).

    • To join please click Meeting URL and enter password obtained by pre-registering.

    Hands On Goes Virtual (online)

    Hands On Goes Virtual (online)


    Jun 5

    Hands On Goes Virtual! Who? Students who find themselves wanting to add to their repertoire of Independent Living Skills and want to actively participate in learning, problem solving, and dialog with a small group.

    What Will You Do: Each week, ILS Instructors Dawn Leeflang and Bobbi Pompey will share information, skills, tips and tricks related to the theme. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, share your knowledge, and learn from other students. By the end of each session you will have learned new skills that you can immediately begin using in your day-to-day routine

    Where: Zoom conference calls will be used for each session. Once you haves RSVP’s you will get the dial-in information.

    When: Sessions will occur each Friday between 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

    Starting in June, we will do a Tactile Development Series. Participants are encouraged to attend all workshops, if possible.This series will culminate with the creation of a Personal Vision Board (for example, a collage, a portrait, or abstract art), combining the skills learned and various sensory materials.

    June 5: Introduction to Tactile Development and Practical Applications around the home.

    June 12: Using Tactile Sense for Organization and Labeling
    Practice using your tactile (and other) senses to identify items, and learn ways to organize, label and mark items in your home or office. Time to raid your junk drawer, for rubber bands, safety pins, paper clips, and more...and perhaps organize that drawer in the process!

    June 19: Using Tactile Sense for Games, Hobbies, and Puzzles
    Please RSVP by 4pm on 6/12, to receive materials in the mail ahead of time. Learn about adapted games, how to adapt your own games with tactile markers. Participants will make their own tic-tac-toe board, and challenge themselves with a jigsaw puzzle.

    June 26: Using Tactile Sense in the Kitchen
    Learn several “kitchen hacks” or ways to use your tactile sense in the kitchen. Participants will make 1 or 2 simple treats that will engage their tactile sense. (Specific ingredients needed will be released, once enrolled).

    July 3: Culminating Project

    All questions are welcome. Stay tuned for future topics!

    How Do I Sign Up: Please RSVP to Briana Kusuma at bkusuma@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7335.

    The Hands On Series of workshops are designed to not only provide information, but to provide hands on experience completing tasks and mastering skills. At the end of each workshop you will walk away with at least one skill that you can begin using in your life immediately. Each workshop will have a theme within the umbrella of Independent Living Skills. Themes may include; note taking, house hold projects, DIY cleaning products, make-up, household/office organization, container gardening, and meal prepping just to name a few!

    Sessions will occur each Friday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. over Zoom. Students of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to attend.

    Hands On Goes Virtual (online)

    Hands On Goes Virtual (online)


    Jun 5

    Hands On Goes Virtual! Who? Students who find themselves wanting to add to their repertoire of Independent Living Skills and want to actively participate in learning, problem solving, and dialog with a small group.

    What Will You Do: Each week, ILS Instructors Dawn Leeflang and Bobbi Pompey will share information, skills, tips and tricks related to the theme. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, share your knowledge, and learn from other students. By the end of each session you will have learned new skills that you can immediately begin using in your day-to-day routine

    Where: Zoom conference calls will be used for each session. Once you haves RSVP’s you will get the dial-in information.

    When: Sessions will occur each Friday between 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

    Starting in June, we will do a Tactile Development Series. Participants are encouraged to attend all workshops, if possible.This series will culminate with the creation of a Personal Vision Board (for example, a collage, a portrait, or abstract art), combining the skills learned and various sensory materials.

    June 5: Introduction to Tactile Development and Practical Applications around the home.

    June 12: Using Tactile Sense for Organization and Labeling

    June 19: Using Tactile Sense for Games, Hobbies, and Puzzles

    June 26: Using Tactile Sense in the Kitchen

    July 3: Culminating Project

    All questions are welcome. Stay tuned for future topics!

    How Do I Sign Up: Please RSVP to Briana Kusuma at bkusuma@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7335.

    The Hands On Series of workshops are designed to not only provide information, but to provide hands on experience completing tasks and mastering skills. At the end of each workshop you will walk away with at least one skill that you can begin using in your life immediately. Each workshop will have a theme within the umbrella of Independent Living Skills. Themes may include; note taking, house hold projects, DIY cleaning products, make-up, household/office organization, container gardening, and meal prepping just to name a few!

    Sessions will occur each Friday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. over Zoom. Students of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome to attend.

    Estate Planning 101: What You Need To Know

    Estate Planning 101: What You Need To Know


    Jun 5

    Kevan Warren is a Trusts and Estates Attorney in Albany California. He specializes in tailoring comprehensive estate planning documents for clients, and advises trustees and executors on the administration of a decedent’s estate in compliance with California law. Join Kevan and LightHouse via Zoom remote access to get started on your own legacy giving plan and learn the basics of estate planning from an expert. Friday, June 5, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

    To receive your personal Zoom remote access link to the workshop, please RSVP by Wednesday, June 3 to Paul Blaney, Manager of Individual Giving at pblaney@lighthouse-sf.org or call: 415-694-7313.

    Can’t join us? Please let Paul know if you’d like a LightHouse Estate Giving Guide or information about joining the LightHouse Legacy Society. This unprecedented time of the coronavirus has been scary and challenging for everybody, especially members of the blind community, who feel isolated from the world. Support LightHouse's COVID-19 Response, including our Care Calls, by donating here. Thank you!

    The Weekly Wind-Down with Amber (online)

    The Weekly Wind-Down with Amber (online)


    Jun 5

    Click or call in to our virtual Weekly Windown every Friday at 12:30 p.m. for a guided meditation, mindfulness discussion and a chance to build community with our LightHouse family. All are welcome. Please email or call Amber Sherrard to sign up at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7353.

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!

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