April 16, 2020 - Blind and Vision Impaired Rehab Services (DCRSA, DORS, VADBVI)

April 16, 2020 - Blind and Vision Impaired Rehab Services (DCRSA, DORS, VADBVI)

Author: Prevention of Blindness Society April 16, 2020 Duration: 1:34:01

0:00:00 - Opening Announcements

12:02 - Bill Engeler (D.C. Orientation and Mobility)

18:37 - Candice Jordan (D.C. Rehabilitative Services Administration) 

22:27 - Tandra Hunter-Payne (Maryland Department of Rehabilitative Services)

28:10 - Megan O’Toole (Virginia Department of the Blind and Visually Impaired)

34:20 - Topic Q&A

51:00 - Dr. Alibhai - Telemedicine, 

1:01:00 - General Q&A 


For nearly nine decades, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington has worked locally to protect one of our most vital senses. This audio space, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel, extends that mission directly to your ears. Here, you’ll find recordings from live discussions, expert panels, and community forums that originally took place across the D.C. metro area. Each episode captures real conversations about vision health, from practical advice on protecting your sight to deeper explorations of the latest innovations in eye care and the challenges faced by those with low vision. The podcast serves as an auditory archive of the Society's ongoing work, making these valuable resources accessible anytime. You might hear from ophthalmologists, patients sharing personal stories, or advocates discussing policy-all centered on the core goal of preserving vision and enhancing quality of life. Tune in for genuine, informative dialogues that go beyond basic facts, fostering a deeper understanding of how community support and education can make a tangible difference. This is more than a series of talks; it's a direct line to the heart of a longstanding non-profit's efforts, allowing everyone to learn and benefit from their dedicated advocacy and service.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel
Podcast Episodes
April 23, 2020 - O&M Benefits and Low Vision Occupational Therapy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:36
0:00:00 - Opening Announcements 10:06 - Brigid Doherty, Orientation and Mobility Specialist >22:40 - Q&A for Brigid Doherty 33:58 - Christine Huang OT and Lind Stevens OT - Ways to remain safe at home >43:12 - Q&A for th…
April 9, 2020 - Introduction, Basic Resources and Services Available [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:14
0:00:00 - General Announcements and Introduction to the purpose of the Town Hall 23:53 - Dr. Alibhai - Transportation: Metro Access, Uber, Lyft, GoGo Grandparent 26:13 - Dr. Weinberg - Getting Food 29:12 - Dr. Alibhai -…