08:00am  Yahalom Winter Spa Night---Brooklyn

Location Brooklyn, New York

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A special evening out for Jewish mothers of children with special needs. There will be refreshments and spa treatments such as massages, manicures, and more. Registration requested.

08:30pm  The Power of Social Support for Individuals who are Blind or Visually Impaired

Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/the-power-of-social-support-for-individuals-who-are-blind-or-visually-impaired

During this discussion, we will explore the critical role that social connection plays in the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Social bonds are essential for emotional well-being, personal growth, and resilience. However, maintaining these connections can be challenging due to physical, social, and technological barriers. This session will highlight the significance of fostering relationships, and how such connections can enhance mental health, independence, and overall quality of life. Registration requested.

03:00pm  iPhone 16: Product Review

Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/iphone-16-product-review

Are you curious about the new iPhone 16 and how it performs for users who are blind or visually impaired? We will take an in-depth look at the iPhone 16 and explore its latest features, improvements, and overall performance. We will also discuss the latest software iOS 18 updates, designed to enhance the user experience, and how they have affected accessibility options and voiceover, including updates on Apple Intelligence and Siri.  Registration requested.

08:30pm  Insight Beyond Eyesight Teleconference

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A teleconference for frum mothers of visually impaired children. Guest speaker will be Miryom Landau. Miryom lives in Monsey with her husband and son. She became visually impaired as a child growing up in Israel. She will discuss her experience of adjusting to her vision loss and eventually moving to New York. She will share her unique perspective of being raised by a visually impaired parent with humor and practical tips. We will also discuss the two grants sources (The Challenged Athlete Foundation and the Foreseeable Future Foundation) which are currently open for applications.