Technology Symposium 2010
June 3 – June 4, 2010
Thursday, June 3, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Exhibits
10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Training Sessions
Friday, June 4, 20108:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Exhibits
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Training Sessions
AlabamaSchool for the Blind Student Center
705 South Street East, Talladega, Alabama35160
Sponsored by The Alumni Association of the AlabamaSchool for the Blind, The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, and The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
Pre-Registration Form
Please complete and return this registration form to: Debbie Culver, 7 Bemiston AvenueTalladega, AL35160; FAX 256-362-6941;
DEADLINE: May 21, 2010
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From 9:30 to 10:00 and from 1:00 to 1:30 on Thursday, June 3rd, vendors will be showcasing their products and door prizes will be given away in the exhibit hall. You must be present to win.
Complimentary lunches will be provided for vendors and volunteers. Other attendees who wish to purchase a lunch may pre-pay. For questions regarding lunch and to pre-pay, contact Mary Garrett at 256-362-1228 or .
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ACCESSIBILITY NEEDS REQUEST: (Check if needed)
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Please check training sessions you are planning to attend. When more than one session is offered please indicate which session you will be attending by checking appropriate box.
New Treatments for Genetic Eye Disease– Presenter: Dr. Dawn K. DeCarlo, OD, MS, Director,UABCenter for Low Vision Rehabilitation, Callahan Eye Foundation
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 10:00 – 11:00
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 11:00 – 12:00
Assistive Technology Overview for Individuals Who are Blind or Have Low Vision– Presenters: E.H. Gentry Technical Facility, Assistive Technology Staff
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 10:00 – 11:00
Thursday, June 3, 2010 11:00 – 12:00
Overview of STAR (Statewide Technology Access and Response)– Presenters: Helen Baker, Executive Director STAR program, ADRS; Kate Wallace, Alternative Finance Program Coordinator, ADRS
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 2:30 –3:30
Hearing Impairment and How It Impacts Individuals Who are Blind or Have Low Vision– Presenter: Nancy Mascia, Au. D.
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 10:00 – 11:00
Accessible Medical Devices –Presenters: Lenore Dillon, Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, ADRS; Deedra Green, RN Staff Nurse, VA Southeastern Blind Rehabilitation Program
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 11:00 – 12:00
Low Cost, No Cost Assistive Software – Presenters: E.H. Gentry Assistive Technology Department
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 1:30 – 2:30
Friday, June 4, 2010, 9:00 – 10:00
Universal Design As It Relates to Assistive Technology – Presenters: Steve Sullivan, Micro Computer Specialist,MobileRegionalCenter, AIDB; Bill Boules, Assistive Technology Specialist, ADRS
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 1:30 – 2:30
Friday, June 4, 2010, 10:00 – 11:00
Does Your Wok Talk? Utilizing A.T. in Your Kitchen – Presenter: Lenore Dillon, Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, ADRS
Thursday, June 3, 2010,2:30 – 3:30
Friday, June 4, 2010, 9:00 – 10:00
How Technology Has Expanded Employment Opportunities for Individuals Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision– Presenter: Patty Harper, Director of Blind Services, E. H. Gentry Facility
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 2:30 – 3:30
How Technology Has Enhanced Recreation for Individuals Who are Blind or Have Low Vision– Presenters: Alabama Instructional Resource Center Staff
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 2:30 – 3:30
Friday, June 4, 2010, 10:00 – 11:00
Active Lifestyles and Accessible Exercise – Presenter: Joey Richey, Fitness Specialist, St. Vincent’s Hospital
Thursday, June 3, 2010, 1:30 – 2:30
Deaf/Blind Training - Presenter: Diann Willis, Deaf/Blind Project Coordinator, ADRS
Friday, June 4, 2010, 8:00 – 12:00