Vol. 2, No. 2, Mar/Apr 1994 |
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New Disability Directory
Exceptional Parent magazine has published a new Illustrated Directory of Disability Products. The directory shows hundreds of products, along with names, addresses and phone numbers for more information. To order, send $12.95, plus $3.50 for shipping and handling to Exceptional Parent, 209 Harvard St., Suite 303, Brookline, MA 02146.
American Foundation for the Blind 1994 Products Catalog
AFB's 1994 edition highlights over 25 new products, expanded ordering hours, more products with instructions in braille or on cassette, an expanded health care section, a new diabetes health care section, magazines on tape and selected AFB Press publications, and overnight shipping availability. The catalog is available in print, braille, audiocassette or diskette. To be placed on the mailing list, call toll-free at 1-800-829-0500.
DVI to offer workshop on braille production
The Delaware Division for the Visually Impaired is sponsoring a workshop on April 14th & 15th from 9:00-3:00 at the Smyrna Rest Stop Conference Room for teachers, volunteers, parents, and anyone else interested in the production of braille materials. Instruction will include the latest technology, word processors, and translation software used to create braille documents. Frank Irzyk, Consultant for Visual Impairments at the Western Pennsylvania Instructional Support Center, is the instructor. For more information or to register, call Lynne Young at DVI at (302)577-3333, ext. 18.
Arthritis Foundation to sponsor "Low-tech" Workshop
In conjunction with "May is Arthritis Month", a free open panel discussion and demonstration on low-tech assistive aids will be held on May 19, 1994 at the Methodist Country House, 4830 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, Delaware. Starting at 11 am and continuing until 1 pm, the aids for daily living will be displayed and demonstrated. Occupational therapists will volunteer their time to encourage "hands-on" participation and to give professional advice. Display categories include aids for grooming, housekeeping, gardening, leisure, and travel. Purchase information for all items will also be available. For information about this workshop, call the Arthritis Foundation office at (302)764-8254.
Special Educator of the Year Contest
Edmark Corporation, publisher of educational software and print materials, has announced a contest for special educators that have developed an innovative instructional program for one or more of their students. Prizes include a Macintosh LCIII or IBM Compatible 486/33 computer and gift certificates for up to $2,000 for Edmark products. Deadline for entries is May 30, 1994. For information and entry forms, call Edmark at 1-800-362-2890.