VISAbilities

Terry Pacheco
  • 3.0 (1)
  • SELF-IMPROVEMENT
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

Welcome to VISAbilities, Visually Impaired Seniors’ Abilities. Each week we discuss topics of interest to people with either long time or recent sight loss or blindness. Our live program is held every Friday night at 7 PM Eastern. For additional information, please email to VISAbilities50@gmail.com or visit our website at www.VISAbilities.net. We love your feedback and suggestions.

  1. JAN 30

    20260130 - VISAbilities - affiliate president and chapter presidents of an older ACB affiliate with a new look and feel.

    Join Terry as she welcomes the affiliate president and chapter presidents of an older ACB affiliate with a new look and feel. Hear some of the 48-year history and the plans for the next 48 years of Learning, Voicing, and Accessing a better life for all. Sponsored by Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    1 hr

  2. JAN 23

    20260123 - VISAbilities - Teach Me, Teach Me Braille

    VISAbilities - Teach Me, Teach Me Braille April Martin, President of ACB's Blind Teachers affiliate and Dorlyn Catron, ACB Community Braille Room facilitator will the joining tonight for a lively talk about teaching and learning Braille and other courses. These topics cover all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome to share in this call. Sponsored by  Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    59 min

  3. JAN 16

    20260116 - VISAbilities - Jeff Bishop, President of Blind Information Technology Solutions.

    Visually Impaired Senior Abilities (VISAbilities) kicks off our 2026 season . Join Terry as she welcomes Jeff Bishop, President of Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) to learn more about the classes and courses included in membership benefitsand so much more! Whether you are new to the computer world or a long-time professional in the field, there is something here for you!  Everyone is welcomee! Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    1 hr

  4. 12/12/2025

    20251212 - VISAbilities - At State Department, a Typeface Falls Victim in the War Against Woke.

    In addition to an update on issues such as the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act by Claire Stanley, ACB Director of Governmental Affairs and Advocacy, a new issue has come up in the last 2 days that potentially effects nearly every blind or low vision person in this country. From employment to health care and everything in between. I am speaking  of what is happening at the US State Department.  Is this the tip of the iceberg in losing what we have all worked so hard for in the last several decades?    We need to take one of the most active roles we have in several years.  This is why, in addition to Claire, I am inviting and encouraging everyone to be with us this evening.  Patti Cox, president of CCLVI, Zelda Gebhard, Chair ACB Board of Publications, Doug Powell and Anisio Correia from AAVL, Jeff Bishop, president of BITS, and some other outside organizations to join this discussion.  (Sorry for all the initials, but this is a long message.)  If you have not yet read the below article posted to ACB Conversation by Chris Bell, it is copied below.  While it may not seem so bad, it has potential ramifications that could set the blindness and low vision community back immeasurably.   Please show your support by joining me tonight.  Everyone is welcome! Thank you, Terry Pacheco ***  Article At State Dept., a Typeface Falls Victim in the War Against Woke Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the Biden-era move to the sans serif typeface “wasteful,” casting the return to Times New Roman as part of a push to stamp out diversity efforts. \ Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    59 min

  5. 12/05/2025

    20251205 - VISAbilities Holiday trivia fun.

    This evening‘s VISAbilities promises to be a lot of fun. So join us at 7 PM ET! Test your knowledge and have some laughs with a round of fun, holiday themed trivia. Join us for a relaxed hour of friendly competition that’s perfect for all ages and experience levels. Sponsored by VISAbilities Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    56 min

  6. 11/21/2025

    20251121 - VISAbilities - Turkey, Turkey, Turkey

    450 years since that first Thanksgiving times and traditions have evolved into a very different holiday. Join Terry as we share some history. But best of all, let's share our own memories of favorite home-town football games, parades, family gatherings, and incredible dinners. We may even share a few recipes. And though it has been a pretty tumultuous year, let's remind one another of what we have to be thankful for tonight. So, please come share with us. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    56 min

  7. 11/14/2025

    20251114 - VISAbilities - ACB Diabetics in Action.mp3

    Come learn about two exciting services tonight when VISAbilities welcomes ACB Diabetics in Action to share about two programs the affiliate is working on.   Nutrition 101 - Building a Healthier You, a 10 week workshop for everyone to encourage healthier choices, as well as the Patricia LaFrance Wolf Memorial Fund, a program to assist members with unexpected expenses related to diabetes care.   Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    59 min

  8. 11/07/2025

    20251107 - VISAbilities - We welcome several of our 2025 ACB Scholarship winners.

    Tonight, we’re honored to welcome several of our 2025 ACB Scholarship winners—remarkable students pursuing a wide range of fields. As a request that was made to me a number of months ago by Denise Colley, Patty Slaby will be joining us tonight. Patty has served as chair and now vice chair of the Scholarship Committee. She’s gotten to know the winners well and continues Denise’s spirit of encouraging them to stay active within our organization. Please join me in welcoming these outstanding students and future leaders in their chosen carrers and ACB. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

    1 hr
See All (161)

About

Welcome to VISAbilities, Visually Impaired Seniors’ Abilities. Each week we discuss topics of interest to people with either long time or recent sight loss or blindness. Our live program is held every Friday night at 7 PM Eastern. For additional information, please email to VISAbilities50@gmail.com or visit our website at www.VISAbilities.net. We love your feedback and suggestions.

Information

  • Creator
    Terry Pacheco
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    161
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © ACB all rights reserved
  • Show Website
    VISAbilities