Teleconference
ACB Presents The Daily Schedule: 9am ET, 6am PT, 3am HT
Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time. (Listen on ACB Media 5.)
Wednesday Wake Up: 11am ET, 8am PT, 5am HT
Join Lisa and fellow Community members for laughter and fun.
Sharing and Caring Support Group for Caregivers: 12pm ET, 9am PT, 6am HT
Join us if you are providing caregiver services to a friend, family member, or involved in making decisions for someone and need a place to talk with others in the same position. Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.
Accessible Online Games: 1pm ET, 10am PT, 7am HT
A call where we play multi-player games online. Anyone can participate, regardless of whether or not you have a computer. Today, we will be playing Apples to Apples on RSGames.
The Classical Music Place: 2pm ET, 11am PT, 8am HT
Have you always loved classical music, and need a place to share that love? Are you relatively new to classical music, and wish to get more into it? Are you not sure just what to make of the term “classical music,” and wish to learn a bit more about it? If any of these apply to you, welcome in. This is not a lecture presentation, so participant give-and-take is welcome. Snobbery is not encouraged.
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Widows and Widowers Support Group: 2pm ET, 11am PT, 8am HT
A space for those who have experienced the life-altering loss of a spouse or significant other. Join for a time of sharing and connection for remembering our partners. Gain ideas on how to make living alone easier. Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.
Turning the Tables: 3pm ET, 12pm PT, 9am HT
Join Bel and Judy as they "turn the tables" and ask a random participant to come up with the topic for the call. If you’re in the room, you just may be selected!
Advanced Full Flexibility Yoga with Resistance Ball:4pm ET, 1pm PT, 10am HT
All you need is some comfortable clothes; no shoes; a mat; and your resistance ball as we dive headfirst into full flexibility yoga. This is an advanced yoga class lead by Leslie Spoone, Certified Aerobic Instructor and Personal Trainer Brought to you by The ACB Get Up and Get Moving Campaign.
Living With No Vision: 4pm ET, 1pm PT, 10am HT
Whether you are new to living with no vision, or have had no vision all of your life, Join us for a discussion on coping with living with no vision, as we talk about our challenges and experiences, sharing with those who understand. Join our email list: [email protected]
Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.
Beyond the Book Club:4pm Et, 1pm PT, 10am HT
A safe space for bookworms to talk all things books. Recommendations, narrators, and listening apps are the name of the game here. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
Healthy Living Support Group: 5pm ET, 2pm PT, 11am HT
This call is all about understanding nutrition food labels.
Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services. We are peers simply sharing what has worked for us. Any changes you might wish to make should be discussed with your medical team.
Introductory Spanish: 5pm ET, 2pm PT, 11am HT
Are you interested in learning Spanish but don't know where to start? Have you studied Spanish in the past but don't remember it well? We are practicing introductory Spanish, and everyone is encouraged to participate. The optional textbook is “Behind The Wheel, Spanish 1” by Mark Frobose, available on BARD, BR23827 and DB98320.
Creative Journey – Nonverbal Communication Continued: 6pm ET, 3pm PT, 12pm HT
Join Kaila every Wednesday to explore various aspects of creativity and mindfulness. All are welcome, no matter where you may be on your personal journey. Let’s help each other grow and expand. Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services. Sponsored by Future In Sight.
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Cozy by the Fireside: 6pm ET, 3pm PT, 12pm HT
We will be reading “Getting Old Is Murder” by Rita Lakin. As with all titles, this one is on BARD as well as all our books.
It’s Electric: 7pm ET, 4pm PT, 1pm HT
Come talk about the small kitchen appliances we love so much: from blenders to Instant Pots and everything in between! Bring your questions, tips, resources, recipes and accessible appliance recommendations! (Listen on ACB Media 5.)
Getting to Know the DKM Committee: 8pm ET, 5pm PT, 2pm HT
Greetings from the Durward K. McDaniel (DKM) Fund Committee: Leadership development is on the rise in ACB! Meet the Durward K. McDaniel (DKM) Fund Committee and learn about who we are and what we do on an annual basis to identify, honor and develop future leaders for ACB. (Listen on ACB Media 6.)
Meditation Celebration: 8pm ET, 5pm PT, 3pm HT
Join for a special half hour together including a 20-minute meditation. Your presence is our gift, our present. Your participation is our anticipation.
Open Mic Night: 8pm ET, 5pm PT, 2pm HT
We will have lots of fun and laughs as we listen to members of our community perform songs, jokes, poems and stories! Our bartender Judy fixes a mean virtual beverage of your choice, and we do some chatting as well! This is a safe, respectful and welcoming environment, so come and have some fun with us! (Listen on ACB Media 5.)
Untangling Transportation – How much farther? Getting from PROWAG to What it Offers: 9pm ET, 6pm PT, 3pm HT
People concerned about safety and accessibility for pedestrians have been discussing the “Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines” (mercifully shortened to PROWAG) for more than a decade. And on August 8, 2023, the U.S. Access Board issued this long-sought set of accessibility standards for sidewalks and streets, crosswalks, curb ramps, pedestrian signals, on-street parking, and other components of public rights-of-way. But with any long journey, there remain steps to be taken, and this month, we’ll be exploring what’s next with Chris Bell, ACB Board Member and Sarah Presley, who provides staff support to the U.S. Access Board. An understanding of what PROWAG is, what it offers, and what advocates will need to do to ensure that PROWAG helps transform the accessibility of pedestrian spaces across America, is critical, so this is a show you do not want to miss. Sponsored by Accessible Avenue. (Listen on ACB Media 6.)