This workshop will teach you a variety of breathing techniques that can help you relax, reduce stress and improve your overall health and well-being. We will cover a variety of breathing exercises. We will also discuss the benefits of breathing exercises and how to incorporate them into your daily life. To register, please click here. […]
Once upon a time, there was an event where people came together to tell stories of their past. It was a place where people could share their memories, learn from each other, and connect with others who had shared similar experiences. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with […]
We'll take a look at screen reader voices for everything from Windows Narrator, NVDA, JAWS, Talkback, Voiceover, hey Google and Siri to discuss when and how to turn them on and off. We'll also cover how to make adjustments, such as choosing different voices, pitch changes, speaking rate, shortcuts, and beyond! Voices are personal and […]
Josh Crary has had a career working in higher education for 15 years. Currently, he works as Assistant Dean of Students at Roxbury Community College in the city of Boston. He has a degenerative retinal condition and was diagnosed legally blind at age 12. His hobbies and passions include marathon running and training, paintball, playing […]
Stronger bones for a stronger you serves to increase muscle strength, coordination, and balance which ultimately leads to personal growth, power and vitality. Melissa Abbott has worked as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, nutrition specialist, and currently has her own business as a holistic health and wellness professional. She will guide us through some exercises […]
Join the kitchen of MaryAnne Lustgraaf, as she walks us through how to prepare Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Foil Dinners and Smacos, which are s'more tacos, another foil recipe. Both recipes can be cooked in the oven, on the grill or even in a campfire. MaryAnne will discuss all types of options and variations on these […]
Our next Silver Retreat will be held from Monday, September 18th to Friday, September 22nd at the Holiday Inn in Concord, NH. Our Silver Retreats are a 5-day immersive program for individuals aged 55+ affected by severe vision impairment. Silver Retreats are presented under a contract with Services for the Blind and Vision Impaired through […]
In this workshop, you will learn how to make beautiful and unique beads from paper and fabric. A kit is available that will include a variety of materials and items to create your own beads that can be used in other crafting such as jewelry making. Participants will need to provide their own scissors and […]
Blue Job Mountain is the perfect hike for beginners, doable for most. Participants should dress comfortably and according to the weather with good walking shoes. It is also important to carry water and energy snacks for the hike. Bring a picnic lunch, as there is a picnic area near the parking lot that offers a […]
Barb Longfellow is a Certified Group Exercise Instructor, specializing in Dance Fitness, Senior Fitness, & Small Group Exercise. Join in this Move & Groove class, where you will work out to the tunes of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Barb welcomes whatever movement you can do. Modifications to exercises are given if/when necessary to ensure […]
September is a time to celebrate the importance of self-care and to raise awareness about the benefits of taking care of our physical, mental, and emotional health. This workshop will explore the definition of self-care, the different types of self-care, and the importance of making self-care a priority in our lives. To register now, click […]
Join us as we check out the newly resurrected Voice Vista app for iOS! This app uses advanced audio technology and precise location services to assist with a sense of environment providing feedback which is beneficial for navigation. We'll take a look at what's similar and new as we cover this useful app. To register […]
Focus will be on the set-up of the device (i.e.: font size, contrast, background lighting, etc.), use of built in accessibility features such as, magnification, select to speak and the use of low vision apps. Thanks to a partnership Future In Sight has with the Older Individuals who are Blind and Visually Impaired Program (OIBVIP), […]
Spin the wheel, guess some letters, and solve the puzzle! Join us as we play our version of the classic gameshow Wheel of Fortune! To register now, click here. For instructions on how to use our registration system, click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration confirmation.
Learn more about balance, orientation and exercise, as Michelle Dowling, a certified yoga instructor, uses tools such as chair yoga and gradually adds to what you can do at your own pace. No prior yoga experience is necessary. To register now, click here. For instructions on how to use our registration system, click here. Questions? […]