News & Notes from GDABVI
DECEMBER 2022
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Happy Holidays!
All of us at GDABVI wish all of you a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season in whatever way you celebrate.
May the New Year bring you peace and joy.
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IN THIS ISSUE
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- Sign up for services and training
- Don't miss our holiday movie outing
- Tips for beating the holiday blues
- Take control of your health
- New Direction Adult Support Group
- Get ready to Bike For Sight
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SIGN UP FOR SERVICES AND TRAINING |
Ready to learn a new skill? Or refresh an old one? Many of our programs are available virtually - on a computer or device or by listening in by phone - so more people can participate without transportation worries.
Others require face-to-face participation. Classes include Activities of Daily Living; keyboarding, intermediate, and advanced computer skills; iPhone and Android device usage, and Zoom training.
Orientation and Mobility training is also available to teach skills such as white cane usage and safe travel. NEW: Specialized low vision assistance is also available.
Past, current, and prospective clients can register online or call our main office at 313-272-3900 for info. We continue to provide transportation for on-site services and special activities. Please call for additional information.
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JOIN US FOR OUR HOLIDAY MOVIE OUTING |
Let's go to the movies! Don't miss GDABVI's holiday outing this Saturday, Dec. 17th from 1-4 p.m. We're going to see Ticket to Paradise starring George Clooney and Julia Roberts at MJR Marketplace Digital Cinema 20 (35400 Van Dyke, Sterling Heights, MI 48312). It's a romantic comedy about two divorced parents trying to stop their daughter's wedding in Bali.
The cost is just $10 and includes your ticket, popcorn, and a drink. You can CashApp your payment to $BeyondSight. We're giving away a $25 Target gift card to one lucky attendee. Transportation is available. Call 313-591-3792 to RSVP or for details. We'll see you there!
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TIPS FOR BEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES |
This time of year presents special emotional challenges for many people. Learn to recognize the "blues," ways to help lessen or overcome their effects, and when outside help may be needed. Licensed community mental health practitioner Alma Hayes-Ferrell talked to us about Beating the Holiday Blues. Listen to this audio-only discussion here.
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WE'RE HERE TO HELP YOU STAY HEALTHY |
A variety of health, genetic, lifestyle, and accidental factors can impact your ability to see. While not all causes of blindness or low vision are preventable, in many cases eyesight can be preserved. We've added a page filled with ways to help manage diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease to our web site at www.LifeBeyondSight.org/eyehealth. Learn your risk factors, get healthy living tips, and find a specialist. Here's to better health in 2023!
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NEW DIRECTION ADULT SUPPORT GROUP |
If you or someone you know could use the social support of other people in varying stages of vision loss, consider joining the agency's support group. Our next meeting happens virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 10th at noon. Join the Zoom meeting online or use this one tap phone number: +19292056099,,88381700697#,,,,*034922#. For more information, call 313-591-3790.
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GET YOUR TEAM READY TO WALK OR RIDE AT BIKE FOR SIGHT!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 10, 2023 and plan to join us for our inaugural Bike for Sight charitable cycling event at the Lexus Velodrome in Detroit beginning at 9 a.m.
Bike For Sight features a competitive component and tandem cycling inside and tour-style trek outdoors. We'll also have a Wellness Fair and vendor booths along with food, fun, and music. Awards will be given to the top individual and team fundraisers.
Visit www.LifeBeyondSight.org/Bike to keep up with the latest event information.
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YOUR DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE |
We appreciate every donor - especially during these tight economic times. Your year-end gift helps ensure our quality programs and services can continue. We appreciate your support – and look forward to changing lives throughout Southeastern Michigan through another 60+ years of service. Visit our online Donor Appreciation Wall at https://www.lifebeyondsight.org/funders and donate today.
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JOIN THE UPSHAW CIRCLE of LEADERSHIP GIVERS |
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You’re invited to join The Upshaw Circle of Distinguished Donors.
Upshaw Circle donors give a minimum of $500 to GDABVI and commit to renewing that gift for at least two years. This ongoing commitment will help the agency continue providing its critical programming and services, while expanding its outreach to even more individuals.
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Greater Detroit Agency for the Blind & Visually Impaired
16625 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48227 (313) 272-3900
www.lifebeyondsight.org
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GDABVI relies on the generous support of a variety of donors to help maintain programs and services. Every dollar makes a difference. |
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