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 and
figure out where things are or how to get somewhere. Therefore, it only
is
fair 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
others
and serves to increase their self esteem. Knowing where you are at and
what
there is around you is a tremendous psychological advantage over not
knowing. This system affords blind individuals to become adventurous and
in
the process opens enumerable doors to the outside world. Thus, the
benefits
of 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 gps
It 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
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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
