New Vision Newsletter
December 2022
Welcome to your December New Vision Newsletter. New Vision at Goodwill seeks to promote independence and equality for people who are blind and visually impaired. We educate, inform, and provide resources, so people with visual impairments can live their fullest lives. We hope you find this newsletter useful, and we would love your feedback through the link shared at the end of this newsletter.
Virtual Training
Personal electronic devices can enhance the lives of people who are blind and visually impaired. New Vision offers free instruction on how to use the latest technology and devices to connect to the world and increase independence. Instruction can be provided, in many cases, virtually via telephone, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and FaceTime. Please contact us to find out more.
Echo Tips Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 218 Microwaving with the Echo
Episode 219 Recent Changes in Amazon Music Prime vs. Unlimited
Episode 220 Resume Feature and Apple Podcasts
Episode 221 Echo Deals! Don't Get Bamboozled
So how can I get it on my Echo? You can ask your Echo the following:
- Alexa, play Echo Tips Podcast.
- Alexa, play next episode or Alexa, skip.
This will play the previous episode since the podcast is sorted from newest to oldest.
If you have an Apple device such as an iPhone or iPad, you can also ask Siri to play the most recent episode. Simply say: "Siri, play the Echo Tips Podcast."
Alternatively, you can play the podcast via the website below, which is screen reader compatible. You can navigate the episode title via heading number 2. Simply press the space bar or otherwise activate the link to start that episode.
https://tunein.com/podcasts/Education-Podcasts/Echo-Tips-p1118403/
Large Print 2023 Calendars
Order your 2023 Large Print Calendar today! Please remember calendars are available for Virginia Residents only and each individual with visual impairments may receive one calendar only.
You may order a calendar by returning your card from last year's calendar, by calling (540) 985.8900, or by completing this form to reserve your 2023 calendar through our online form.
A special thank you to our 2023 Large Print Calendar sponsor, the Virginia Board for the Blind and Vision Impaired, for making the calendars possible! Quantities are limited and so order your Large Print Calendar today!
Podcasts
On this episode of Job Insights, from the Blind Abilities folks, you'll hear the team talk about social media and how it can affect your job hunting. Check out the link below.
https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/blindabilities/5JobInsights2022.mp3?dest-id=254899
Do you use JAWS, ZoomText, or Fusion? If so you might want to learn all about the 2023 editoins, an the folks from Main Menu are hear to review those changes. Listen at the link below.
https://pinecast.com/listen/92464924-55af-4e15-9934-ee047a123712.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3
iPhone & iPad Apps
Here's the AppleVis' Unlimited Newsletter for October 2022. AppleVis is a premier website for reviewing Apple-related devices and Apps from a visual impairment perspective. In this month's edition learn about new games, updates to 1Password, and other notable app updates.
https://www.applevis.com/blog/applevis-unlimited-whats-new-noteworthy-october-2022
Join Roanoke Valley Blind Bowlers
The Roanoke Valley Blind Bowlers are recruiting new blind and vision-impaired bowlers for this season. The group bowls at 6:30 pm on Tuesday evenings at Hilltop Lanes located at 5918 Williamson Road in Roanoke. If you would like to participate or want more information about this recreational opportunity, call Steve Aukward at (540) 344-4852 or email him at sjaukward@cox.net.
Echo Things to Try
Here are a few things to try with your Echo. Some practical, some just fun.
- Alexa, I want to speak to a doctor.
- Alexa, play the trailer for Love.
- Alexa, open Soccer Blast.
- Alexa, give me a prank.
- Alexa, open Batman Adventures.
- Alexa, find pizza recipes.
- Alexa, open Sleep Jar.
For more about what's new with Alexa check out the official blog by clicking the following link: Alexa Blog.
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Contact Info
Goodwill Industries of the Valleys, Attention: New Vision
PO Box 6159, Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 985.8900 | info@goodwillvalleys.com
