[gps-talkusers] Re: GPS and Mobility in general was Re: Re: Traveling in Manhattan
- From: Kevin Chao <kevinchao89@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: <gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:55:21 -0700
Yes, the new name for this location is the Vista Center for the
Blind/Visually Impaired.
Kevin
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[mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Baracco, Andrew W
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Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: GPS and Mobility in general was Re: Re:
Traveling in Manhattan
There is a private, nonprofit blindness services agency in Palo Alto. It
used to be called the Peninsula Society, but now I believe that it has one
of those high sounding names, like New Vistas, or something like that. They
have O. and M. instructors, but they charge. They mostly are paid by 3rd
party providers like DOR, but if you can afford it, you can pay for the
service. Be prepared to pay something like $100 per hour. If your other
living skills are good, you probably don't need to go to a residential
center. You could probably arrange to have two or 3 lessons per week, or if
you have the time, take two weeks off, and do a crash course.
Andy
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[mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Scott Granados
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 10:13 AM
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Subject: [gps-talkusers] GPS and Mobility in general was Re: Re: Traveling
in Manhattan
Along these same lines I have a question.
I've recently (as in with in the last few weeks) become a GPS user
myself. While it's an absolutely amazing break through for me it's helped
me realize just how much my mobility skills suck.;) I grew up in an area
fairly far outside any large cities so some of the more complex travel tasks
I haven't been exposed to other than on a few one off instances. That and I
tend to buy my way out of mobility challenges (there I said it!). So, can
someone (on or off list to stay on topic) provide me some good pointers for
Mobility training, specifically in the south bay of the SF bay area? (I'm a
cane user) I'm especially interested in any services like this that exist
that help focus on technology so I can not only work on my fundimentals but
also work with someone who's more up to speed on the current best practices
and options available. (Use of GPS and other technology areas)
In parallel with this, is someone in my position better working in my
home environment for a few / maybe many hours per week or should I consider
a full emersion program that focuses on independent travel and lasts for
several weeks to a month or more but might require travel outside the area
and require time off. Any pointers would be appreciated.
For what it's worth, using a GPS tool now has definitely helped me push
the skills I have and definitely gives me confidence to travel. I've always
been frightened on a very deep level about becoming completely lost and the
GPS definitely helps provide a safety net.
Thank you!
Scott
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From: Baracco, <mailto:Andrew.Baracco@xxxxxx> Andrew W
To: gps-talkusers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 9:53 AM
Subject: [gps-talkusers] Re: Traveling in Manhattan
As far as developing proficiency with the GPS system, well, it's like
learning any other skill. Practice, practice, practice. As for crossing
streets, if you hear the traffic going in the direction in which you want to
go, it's probably safe to go. In a place like Manhattan, there are a lot of
people walking around, so you will probably get a lot of offers of help, and
if not, there are a lot of people around to ask. The GPS may function
irratically because of signals bouncing off of tall buildings.
Andy
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[mailto:gps-talkusers-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Eric Brinkman
Sent: Sunday, July 27, 2008 5:29 PM
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Subject: [gps-talkusers] Traveling in Manhattan
Hi,
I have had Sense Nav for about six months now, but I haven't been able to
spend as much time with it as I would've liked. In less than a week, I will
be traveling to Manhattan, and I would like to use Sense Nav to help get
around the area. I brought my Voice Sense with me to NYC once before, but
didn't get much out of the GPS, probably because I hadn't had enough
experience with it.
I have only walked outside with the GPS a couple of times. The other day I
walked around town but, as I said in a previous post, the direction of POIs
was often announced incorrectly. What would you suggest I do to become more
proficient with the system before my trip?
Another concern I have which isn't related to GPS is crossing streets. I
know I mentioned this once before but didn't get many responses. I had
mobility training for many years, and I'm ok with crossing streets at home
in Connecticut and here in Poughkeepsie. However the huge amount of traffic
in New York City makes me afraid of being run over when crossing streets
alone. What is the best way to know when it is safe to cross? Is there
another list or forum to discuss issues like this?
Thanks in advance,
Eric
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