Let me correct most of you out there in regards to this matter. As Robert pointed out, counselors who are visually impaired have a better understanding in regards to what's going on out there in the adaptive technology world as opposed to a sighted person. This is due to the fact that if it benefits him/her as either an independent traveler or a profesional, then this is how they in turn feel that the clients can benefit as well. i can say this because I once had a counselor who was sighted and all I got was hell, but now that I got my new counselor who's blind, then things went better. as a result, I was fortunate to get my gps thanks to her understanding. So unless you know what's the deal here, I would not say that DOR or any other counselors do not know about the blind and the gps. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jerry Hogan" <jerryhogan5@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 7:47 PM Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: Benefits of GPS
Being a Veteran and we are more most likely to be issued a GPS if we can justified for that we need it, I like your answer about the State blind rehab services, most Rehab Counselor do not think the way you do and itwould be nice if more are like your think I take my hat off to you because I see lot of people does need devices like the GGPS and doesn't have to worry,as a Veterans like my self we are fortunate getting these devices much easier. -----Original Message----- From: gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Robert Antunez Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 9:34 PM To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [gps-talkusers] Benefits of GPS I am a rehab counselor in California and regularly issue GPS systems to my clients for the simple fact that a sighted person can pick up a map andfigure out where things are or how to get somewhere. Therefore, it only isfair and reasonable to supply those who are aspiring to become independent be given the opportunity to develop this valuable skill as it may lead to complete independence and employment. This is a very important tool to a blind person since it liberates blind individuals from depending on othersand serves to increase their self esteem. Knowing where you are at and whatthere is around you is a tremendous psychological advantage over notknowing. This system affords blind individuals to become adventurous and inthe process opens enumerable doors to the outside world. Thus, the benefitsof having a GPS far out numbers the costs involved for a blind person.----- Original Message ----- From: "Baracco, Andrew W" <Andrew.Baracco@xxxxxx>To: <gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 9:18 AM Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: getting gpsIt is unlikely that a vocational rehab program would purchase GPS unless you had a job that required frequent travel into unfamiliar areas. Perhaps there is a nonprofit program in your area that makes available tech grants or low interest loans, or there are the civic organizations like LIONS, etc. Andy -----Original Message----- From: gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Tina B. Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2008 5:42 AM To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [gps-talkusers] getting gps Hi. As i've said here before, the state I live in just got me a brand new braille.note m-power but even though I've giventhe justiification as to why I feel gps would be benificial and important, I don't think they are going to get it, and in fact I can't even get a response to my e-mails on the topic. I don't know if the counselor has just been gone for several days or what, But I wondered what others did to afford the gups which I can't outright right now or I wouldn't worry about it. Are there places who help with grands or technology loans or anything I can try other than my state rehab system? Any ideas would be great. thanks ----- Original Message ----- From: "Leigh Anne" <mauriceandleigh@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: <gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Saturday, February 02, 2008 6:05 AM Subject: [gps-talkusers] introduction Greetings, I am new to this list and excited about learning everything I can about Sendero Group's revolutionary development of the Cadillac of accessible GPS systems and in particular, the WayFun 2008. I hope to bring to bear all of my experience as a Certified Blindness Professional as well as hoping to keep alive my personal sense of adventure. For my part, I could envision a wonderful time exploring America's hidden treasures in the Heartland. Frankly, Death Valley sounds kind of fun, too, with the cautionary note of extreme attention given to safety. From what I understand, it's brutal down there! I wish I had along with me the Sendero Group GPS in the Himalayas back in 2001 when I served as Base Camp Communications Manager for the 2001 NFB Everest Expedition that featured Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind guy to summit the highest peek on earth and subsequently those on each of the seven continents. Of course, I'd definitely welcome the chance to be part of a future WayFun exploration of America's Mid Atlantic Region, as well. It offers beautiful rolling hills and valleys, vast eastern shore beeches, fast paced urban travel, and plenty of nooks and crannies in which to get lost up in those Appalachian Hollers. I would consider this to be structured discovery travel at its best. Fun & Safe Travels too all, Maurice Peret National Orientation & Mobility Certified (NOMC) Mechanicsville Virginia
