Goals

Our executive officers, chapter affiliates, and web site manager welcome this opportunity to:

• Educate and provide support to the uninformed consumer or the parents/family members of a blind or visually impaired individual, as to the various services and supports available at the state and local level. This cooperative forum provides you with an excellent opportunity to get your questions answered regarding various services available through the state agency for the blind and visually impaired.
• Introduce you to ACBN and answer any of your questions regarding the state/national organizations; or any questions regarding any special programs/informational services available through ACB at the state, national or local level.
• To inform/educate visually impaired persons within the state of Nebraska regarding state and national legislative issues, which may ultimately effect blind/visually impaired persons and to educate the general population; in order to positively address the many negative stereotypes associated with blindness, in a constructive and positive manner.
• Work to significantly improve Blind Rehabilitation Services as well as improve access to all other public services at the state and local level; by educating and working cooperatively with legislators, local governments, and with agency heads; regarding un-met needs at the state and local level.
• To promote/ encourage a greater level of understanding/awareness; regarding visual impairments, and to maximize independence based on individual ability/need.
• To encourage and instill a greater level of self determination among the blind by providing a wide variety of social and group activities, with the eventual goal of encouraging positive peer interaction, increasing/expanding social skills in a supportive environment, while providing leadership opportunities within the organization.

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