Spring 2022

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

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