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Home » Vision Day

Vision Day

May 21, 2013 by imc_admin

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Learn More About Living with Vision Loss at
Free Vision Awareness Day Event

May 6, 2013 – Albertson, NY – The Kornreich Technology Center at The Viscardi Center is hosting a Vision Awareness Day on May 28, 2013 at its headquarters at 201 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson.  The goal of this all day, free event is to introduce the community to Freedom Scientific and Vis-Abilities’ products which assist the blind and low vision populations. The attendees will learn why and how to use the various product items offered. Program participants will discover different solutions available to help them regain their independence to lead more fulfilling lives. Presentations will also include physicians from North Shore-LIJ Health System and staff from the Kornreich Technology Center. The seminar should be of interest to those individuals with vision loss and their parents and family members, occupational therapists, instructors and trainers, aging individuals and senior center staff as well as vision support groups. A special invitation to attend is extended to all AARP members.

The event begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes at 4:00 p.m. and includes learning sessions, lunch and hands-on demonstrations. All participants are entered to win one of two valuable door prizes:  a RUBY® Handheld Video Magnifier or a MAGic® Screen Magnification Software & Large Print Keyboard, both valued at over $500.

Space is limited so register TODAY:  by phone (800) 336-5658, by email: Seminars@FreedomScientific.com or online:  www.FreedomScientific.com/Seminars

The Kornreich Center is part of the Viscardi Center which was founded by Dr. Henry Viscardi, Jr., who served as a disability advisor to eight U.S. presidents and became one of the world’s leading advocates. The Viscardi Center provides Pre-K through High School education, school-to-work transition services, vocational training, career counseling and placement, assistive technology for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities and aging issues as well as employers and other organizations. A global leader, it employs more than 300 professionals, including experts in education, human resources and technology.   Visithttp://www.viscardicenter.orgfor more information about our programs and services.

Freedom Scientific is the largest worldwide manufacturer of assistive technology products for those who are blind or have low vision. Freedom Scientific is also the only company with a complete line of products for those with vision impairments. All of these products are tested and guaranteed to work together. Freedom Scientific has been in business for over ten years and its products are sold in 55 countries and translated into 24 languages. For more information, contact:  Info@FreedomScientific.com.

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