The Advocate
Spring Edition 2022
PCB- A Peer Network for All Impacted by Vision Loss
PENNSYLVANIA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND
PO Box 68
Volant, PA 16156-0068
(717) 920-9999 or (877) 617-7407
mail: pcboffice@pcb1.org
Website: pcb1.org
Facebook: PACounciloftheBlind Twitter: @PCB_Advocate
PCB Information Line: 773-572-6314
MISSION
To promote independence and opportunities for all people with vision impairments.
VISION
To continue to be recognized as the leading advocacy organization for people with vision impairments in Pennsylvania. The aim of all our efforts is to encourage and assist people in achieving their potential as valued members of society. PCB assistance, advocacy, and encouragement will be carried out in such areas as, but not limited to, all aspects of accessibility, transportation, education, employment, entertainment, recreation, and quality of life.
The PCB Advocate is available in large print, braille, audio cartridge, and email. Send changes of address or format preference to the PCB office. Contents are available to the public via pcb1.org and the PCB Information Line at 773-572-6314.
EDITOR’S NOTE
Articles in this publication reflect the views of the individual writers. They do not necessarily represent the views and policy of PCB.
EDITORIAL TEAM
Editor in Chief: Will Grignon
Copy Editing: Rebecca Holland, Sue Lichtenfels, Lisa Salinger, and Irene Rehman
Audio Production: AccessiDocs Team
Braille Edition: Horizons for the Blind
Articles
Start Spreading the News, by Chris Hunsinger
2022 Call For Session Proposals: Plan Your TRIP to Self-Reliance, by Conference Program and Planning Team
These are a few of our Favorite Things!, by Mary Ann Grignon & Fund Development Team
Planting the Nomination Seed, by Sue Lichtenfels
Emergency Preparedness with our Guide Dogs: April 13 Discussion Call, by PAGDUS Substitutions for the Word Blind, by Ethel Siegel
In My Dreams I Can See, by Will Grignon
Living the Good Life with Vision Loss, by Mary Ann & Will Grignon
Listen All About It, by Chris Hunsinger
The Digital Divide, Seniors and Disabilities, by Jule Ann Lieberman CLVT/CATIS Vision Loss Resource Team
REMINDERS FROM THE PARLIAMENTARY TEAM, by Carla Hayes
2022 Merit Awards, by Peer Engagement Team
Who Deserves A PCB Award?, by PCB Awards Team
The Wolf Inside Your Guide Dog, by Will Grignon & PAGDUS*
Kids’ Stuff: Braille Trivia, Jokes, and Riddles, by May Davis
Appendix 1: 2022 Request for Session Proposals
Appendix 2: TerriLynn
Fundraising Products
Underwriting Contributions
PCB Teams and Leaders
Chapter/Affiliate Presidents
PCB Board of Directors