Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired



NEWSLETTER

March 2025

HAPPY MARCH!

From the first signs of spring. to the start of Daylight Saving Time, March is a month full of new beginnings. As the third month of the year, Mother Nature begins to show off her colors in lively blooms and what better way to welcome the new season then begin a new class or enjoy activities at GDABVI!!!

WALK FOR SITE! 

Join GDABVI and let’s walk for sight!

Saturday, April 12th (9AM-1PM).

LEXUS VELODROME - 601 MACK AVE. Detroit, MI 48203.

DOORS OPEN @ 9:00 AM 5K WALK BEGINS AT 10AM.

Click here, or the image above, for the image-heavy flyer.

Click here to download an accessible text-only event flyer in PDF format.

For more information, call Jim Smock at 313-591-3794 or email jsmock@gdabvi.org.

You can also register by clicking on the link below:

https://raceroster.com/events/2025/98275

MOVIE DAYS ARE BACK!

Enjoy a movie, popcorn, and soft drink. Donation: $5.00

RSVP by March 11th. Call 313-591-3786.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

March 11th (Tuesday): New Direction Support Group

12PM-2PM

Guest Speaker: Dr. Daniel Rathbun from Henry Ford and Loretta Roberts from ScripTalk

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March 13th (Thursday): Family/Friend Support Group

6:30PM

This group is for those who have a Family/Friend who is visually impaired. Let’s talk, meet and support one another. Please call 313-591-3786 or kashonia@gdabvi.org for Zoom information.

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March 18th (Tuesday): Movie Day!

Enjoy a movie, popcorn, and soft drink! Donation: $5.00

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March 25th: Book Club

12PM-2PM

We will meet in person at the agency.

26777 Central Park Blvd. Suite 150. Southfield, MI 48076. We will be discussing The Housemaid's Secret. Book 2 from the Housemaid Series. By: Freida McFadden, Book number DB117095.

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ATTENTION!

Tuesday, April 1st (12–2 p.m.) NO FOOLING!!

We will have our first activity for the year.

Game day! Donation: $5.00

You must RSVP by March 18th. Call 313-591-3786.

WILL YOU SUPPORT GDABVI?

GDABVI relies on generous community support to fulfill its mission of providing no-cost services that foster independence, dignity and overall well-being for individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired.

To make a donation click on the button:

Classes and more...

Computer Lab

If you would like to sharpen up your computer skills. GDABVI Computer Lab is open, Tuesdays & Fridays… 10AM-2PM. To RSVP Call Priscilla at 313-591-3791.

Braille Classes

The new Braille Classes have began. If you would like to be added to the list for the next sessions call Aya at 313-591-3793.

Orientation & Mobility

If you are in need for O & M. Complete the in-take process. You will be then evaluated. Call Malaika at 313-591-3794.

For more information or to RSVP for activities and events call 313-591-3786.

Some additional information...

Important Information

If you want to become a client, contact Malaika English to complete your intake process.

If you want to be a part of activities and outreach, contact KaShonia Graham at 313-591-3786

Our Staff

If you are looking for information, you will find the following contacts helpful.

Jim Smock (Executive Director): 313-591-3794

Malaika English (Community Health Worker): 313-591-3790

Priscilla Miley (Program Manager): 313-591-3791

Aya Beyduon (Program Director): 313-591-3793

KaShonia Graham (Outreach Engagement Specialist): 313-591-3786

Deonte Hargrove (CVRT): 313-879-2211

Thanks, and we look forward to serving you at GDABVI. Let us help you get to your “LIFE BEYOND SIGHT”!!!

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