Vision Impaired of Marin

There is a documentary movie calledGoing Blind. During the month of October you can stream it for free Going Blind encourages and inspires people to take action to preserve, prolong, and maximize the precious gift of sightfor themselves, their loved ones, and society." The Washington Post... Stream it for free go to this website https://goingblindmovie.com/film/

National library service for the blind has free talking books available. Our talking book club is still on pause due to COVID-19. Audiobooks are still available from the national library services for the blind. If you haven’t already signed up and https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingwithmaculardegeneration/permalink/1034937900585114/ would like audiobooks free go to this link

Sadly, our Board President, Lillian Dreyer, passed away June 2nd in San Rafael. Her Memorial Service will be Sunday, June 27 at 11:15am at St. Luke Church, 10 Bayview Dr., San Rafael, CA The Reception will be Sunday, June 27at 6pm at St. Luke Church, 10 Bayview Dr., San Rafael, CA... See her obituary and memorial service information here: http://www.bvim.org/

Mind's Eye Travel will be sharing how they are providing trips for the blind and vision impaired offering volunteer guides and descriptive travel. Join us on April 7, 11am to 1pm (Pacific Time) for the Vision Impaired of Marin Zoom Support group with Mind's Eye Travel. For meeting access information, please call the office at 415-459-5066 or email [email protected]

Voting can be a challenge for the blind and visually impaired. It is important to know your options and your rights. Here is an article from lighthouse for the Blind. https://mailchi.mp/lighthouse-sf/40919-895626?e=337cfdecf2 Also here is a video from the National Federation of the Blind, The Blind Voter Experience. This video goes over your rights and teaches how to positively advocate.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=i_yTfEO2Kz8

Please join us for our next Zoom Support Group on Wednesday, September 2, 11 am to 1 pm. We will have a guest speaker from Covia to discuss their Well-Connected program. This program is brings enrichment and well-being to seniors across the Nation. Their programming offers a wide variety of topics accessible from the comforts of your own home via phone or computer. Vision Impaired of Marin supports blind and vision impaired adults in Marin County. Fellowship is an important ...part of our programming. Isolation is a common issue for the blind and vision impaired. During these times of Covid-19, it is important to stay connected and engaged. Well-Connected is offering a solution to isolation. For access to this Zoom Support Group, please contact Suzie Tremolada 415-497-1532 or [email protected] https://covia.org/services/well-connected/ #covina #wellConnected #support #programming #isolation #covid19 #blind #visionimpaired #marin #engaged #enrichment #wellbeing

Virginia Dziomba will be missed She passed on July 6th shortly before her 100th birthday. She was a of Vision Impaired of Marin's founding members, a Board Member and Support Group Facilitator.

The annual picnic at McNear's Beach was been a Vision Impaired of Marin tradition for many years. Unfortunately due to COVID-19 precautions the picnic has been cancelled this year. Hope everyone is doing well and being cautious,, and we looking forward to future gatherings. Note we are still here to service. You contact the office by leaving a message at 415-459-5066 or sending an email to [email protected]

Our next Support Group Meeting via Zoom will be Wednesday, June 10 @ 11 am. We will have guest speakers from Be My Eyes - Bringing sight to blind and low-vision people Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance through a live video call. If you would like to participate, please contact Suzie Tremolada 415-497-1532 or [email protected]... https://www.bemyeyes.com #support #Zoom #guesspeaker #outreach #information

Vision Impaired of Marin continues to serve its' member. Supports Groups are being held using the Zoom conferencing app. We have been able to include all members with a desire to join the calls despite their vision impairments or technical challenges. You can join the conference calls by phone, computer or or other device from the comfort of your own home. If you are interested in joining our Zoom Conference Support Group, contact Suzie Tremolada 415-497-1532 or send an email to [email protected] We encourage you to join us for a mixture of support, information and fellowship. #Marin #VisionImpaired #blind #support #conferencecall #zoom #phone #computer

Our office is available to serve you. We can be reached by phone at 415-459-5066. You can also email us at [email protected]