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Vision Resource Center of Berks County | 2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604 | 610-375-8407 | www.berksblind.org

In-Sight AwarenessHelping our readers to keep informed with important monthly vision awareness topics!

April MayJune

Women’s Eye Health and Safety

Month

Ultraviolet Awareness

Month• TheNEIstatesthatofthe3.6millionAmericansage40andolderwhosufferfromvisualimpairment,includingblindness,2.3millionarewomen.

• Morewomensufferfromvisualimpairmentsthanmen.

• Womenaremoresusceptibletoeyehealthissuesbecausetheytendtolivelongerthanmen.

SoME tiPS:

• Womenshouldmakeregulareyeexamsapartoftheirhealthroutine.

• WomenshouldeatadietthatisrichinvitaminC,vitaminE,betacarotene,lutein,zeaxanthin,zinc,andomega-3fattyacidstopreventvisionlossfromeyedisease.

• Theeyescanbecomesunburnedwhichisknownasphotokeratitiswhichmayresultinatemporarylossofvisionforafewdays.

• Reflectivesurfaceslikesnow,water,sand,andasphaltcangreatlyincreasetheamountofUVradiationtowhichthebodyisexposed.

• UVdamageiscumulativeandhasbeenlinkedtoeyeproblemslaterinlifeincludingtumors,cataracts,andmaculardegeneration.

tiPS foR PRotECtion fRoM UV:

• Alwayswearsunglassesthatblock100%ofUV-AandUV-Brays.

• Wrap-aroundsunglassesarebestastheyprotecttheeyesandskinaroundtheeyes.

• Sunglassesforkidsshouldbemadeofunbreakablepolycarbonate.

• Alwayswearprotectionwhenusingatanningbed.

• Cloudingofthelensinsidetheeyewhichleadstoadecreaseinvision.

• Mostcommoncauseofblindnessandisconventionallytreatedwithsurgery

• Mostcommonlycausedbyaging

PREVEntion And tREAtMEnt:

• Wearingultraviolet-protectingsunglassesmayslowcataractdevelopment

• Approximately90%ofpatientscanachieveacorrectedvisionof20/40orbetterfollowingsurgery.

Proudly Serving Berks County Since 1929

Focusing on the prevention of blindness and making it possible for visually impaired

Berks County residents to lead independent and productive lives within their community.

SPRinG | 2014 For People Affected By Blindness and Low Vision www.berksblind.org

For more information:www.preventblindness.org

For more information:www.preventblindness.org.

Cataract Awareness

Month

Celebrating

85 Years of service!

For more information: www.coopervision.com

2 | Monday, April 7, 2014 Vision Resource Center of Berks County

Our Mission

Our mission is to strive to prevent blindness and visual impairment, and to advocate and provide quality education, support services, and rehabilitation to enrich the lives of blind and visually impaired persons and their caregivers.

VRCBC in-sight is published quarterly

Chairperson, Board of Directors - dennis E. Hafer

Interim President/CEO - Lori Schermerhorn

Editor - Karen Chandler

Advertising - Lori Schermerhorn

Printed by the Reading Eagle

Berks Insight is funded by Advertising Revenues and other donations. You will receive your next VRCBC Insight in July 2014.

VRCBC Insight Advertising Policy

• All ads submitted to VRCBC Insight for publication will be reviewed by staff for suitability. If there is a question concerning the content of any proposed advertisement, a staff member will contact the advertiser to see if any adjustments can be made.

• VRCBC Insight reserves the right to refuse any advertisement deemed inappropriate for VRCBC Insight.

• The publication of any advertisement in VRCBC Insight does not imply endorsement of that product, service or company/organization supplying their product/service by VRCBC Insight.

• Contact Lori Schermerhorn for advertising information at 610-375-8407 x112 or [email protected]

President’s Messagespring has sprung!

As we are all aware, this winter has been challenging on so many fronts-from the numerous snow events to the bone chilling temps! The weather has also caused issues with our activities at Vision Resource Center of Berks County. We keep all activities on Wednesdays for our clients and, of course, that is when the majority of the snow events

occurred! Although we want to be able to have our client activities occur on schedule, keeping everyone safe is our first priority and that concern resulted in our cancellations. With that being said, we are back on track!

We are excited to announce that our transportation/activity coordinator position has been filled. With this new staff person on board, our clients will now be able to access transportation to attend appointments and to go shopping if needed. We are also gearing up for our first ever Vision Expo on Wednesday, May 7, 2014, at the Inn at Reading. We are thrilled that Eye Consultants of PA is our event sponsor. We are looking forward to great weather and a great turnout for this event! Please look for more details in this newsletter and also on our website www.berksblind.org.

Thank you for your continued support of Vision Resource Center of Berks County. Our dedicated team is working together to serve the community...Until next time, Lori schermerhorn, Interim President/CeO

Calendar of EventsAPRiL2nd 10:00-1:00

Game daygames/lunch/livemusicbyRoyMcCutcheon,$5.00/person,RSVP-Erin,x125

16th 11:30 Easter LunchatVRC,$5.00/person,RSVP-Mark,x120

23rd 11:30 Lunch & LearnTopicisHealthyEatingforEyes,$5.00/person

1:00 – 3:00 Sight Loss Support Group

RSVPforbothorjustSupportGroup-Mark,x120

2:00 Caregivers Support Group

MAY7th 10:00 - 1:00

Vision Expo triptoInnatReadingandlunch(locationforlunchtobedetermined)RSVP-Erin,x125

21st 11:30 Lunch BunchWegman’sRestaurant,4401PottsvillePike,Reading19605

RSVP-Mark,x120MAY Cont.28th 11:30

Lunch & LearnTopicisStagesofGrief,$5.00/person

1:00 – 3:00 Sight Loss Support Group

RSVPforbothorjustSupportGroup-Mark,x120

2:00 Caregivers Support Group

JUnE17th 12:00

Vision LunchTopicisLowVisionWorksbyHealthCalls,lightlunchwillbeserved,RSVP-Carolyn,x110

18th 11:30 Client PicnicwithentertainmentatVRC,RSVP-Mark,x120

25th 1:00 – 3:00 Sight Loss Support Group

2:00 Caregivers Support GroupRSVP-Mark,x120

Please check our website for more information - www.berksblind.org

Vision Resource Center of Berks County Monday, April 7, 2014 | 3

Thank you to District 14P Lions Clubs for their continued support through

eyeglass donations, monetary donations, and volunteers

ContACt US At 610-375-8407:

Lori Schermerhorn ....... ext. 112 Interim President and CEO

Karen Chandler ............ ext. 119 Director of Social Services

Carolyn Krick ............... ext. 110 Director of Support Services

Rosann Strauss ............ ext. 118 Director of Workshop Services

Ann Heiser .................. ext. 114 Caseworker for Vision Screenings

Mark Levengood .......... ext. 120 Counselor

VRC SERViCES CEntER HoURS:

Monday 8:00am-4:00pm

tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm

Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm

thursday 8:00am-4:00pm

VRC would like to welcome Erin Overley as our new Transportation/Activities Coordinator. Erin most recently worked for the City of Reading for 4 years before coming to VRC. However, Erin spent a majority of her career in

banking as a trainer. Erin is a doting aunt to four nephews aged seven to three, she loves to cook, and has rescued two furry babies -a dog named Bleu Belle, who went blind in 2011, and a Persian cat named Cowboy, who will turn 14 in August. In the summertime, she can be found enjoying her favorite pastime – swimming at Ken-Grill Pool.

She will be involved with planning a variety of activities for our clients and also with organizing and implementing the specialized transportation initiative. The transportation will be provided to our clients on specific days for counseling and also shopping and doctors appointments. Erin is working to secure volunteers for this initiative.

Erin is also responsible for the training of the volunteers so that they are comfortable with providing assistance to the blind or visually impaired. This position has been made possible by a grant from the Wyomissing Foundation.

Erin is excited to meet the clients and hear their suggestions for activities. She is willing to take on any challenge and is looking forward to working with everyone!

Welcome to the team!

Erin Overley

• A vehicle is provided, as well as a cell phone and GPS.

• Insurance provided• Must have valid driver’s license.

• Needed on Mondays and Thursdays between 9 am - 4 pm beginning 2014.

If interested please contact the Director of Support Services, Carolyn Krick, at [email protected] would be transporting clients to doctors appointments, grocery shopping, shopping in general, and counseling appointments.

Vision resource Center of Berks County needs

Specialized Transportation Services Volunteer Drivers Needed

Rent the Perfect Spot for Your next Gathering!Vision Resource Center of Berks County has a spacious hall with a kitchen and a large pavilion available to rent for parties,

meetings, or other gatherings.

for more info contact Carolyn Krick 610-375-8407 ext. 110. [email protected]


A month after his birth, Michael Hill suf-fered lack of oxygen which caused optic nerve atrophy. From that moment on, Mike was legally blind. All of us know difficulties, however at 31 years old he has overcome so much!

In 2005 after attending Berks Tech, he received a paralegal degree. Mike’s next endeavor was attending Albright College where he earned a degree in accounting. Although Michael hasn’t landed employment in either field despite his hard work, Mike has become an active member of VRC.

Michael has been employed in our workshop for 2 ½ years and has been

actively involved in VRC’S Social Service Program since 2009. Of course, this isn’t what Michael aspired to accomplish. Yet, Mike has utilized this time being a hard working, quality oriented, and dependable employee.

During Mike’s workday, he does small assembly as well as packaging jobs. His very limited sight does not deter Mike’s work performance or the high quality of work that he produces. Outside of work he writes “Cold Case Virtual Season 8 stories,” and does weekly shopping for his mother and himself. Michael also takes ad-vantage of VRC’S Lunch Bunch, Sight Loss

Support Group, and Game Days.

We thank you, Mike, for being a valuable asset to our workshop and Agency.

Michael HillWoRKSHoP EMPLoYEECoRnER

for Workshop Services Contact Rosann Strauss at 610-375-8407, x118, or email [email protected].

visi nExpo

Vision Resource Center of Berks County Presents the

Wednesday, May 7, 2014 from 10AM-3PM at the inn at Reading

SAVE tHE

dAtE!

To reserve your booth or find out about sponsorship opportunities please check our website, www.berksblind.org

Vision Resource Center of Berks County is proud to announce the First Annual Vision Expo that is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2014 from 10AM-3PM at the Inn at Reading. This event is being organized to inform the community of resources that are available to them and their loved ones who may be struggling with a visual impairment.

EVEnt SPonSoR: Eye Consultants of PA

AdULt And CHiLdREnS ViSion SCREEninGS WiLL BE AVAiLABLE


$25.00 per person

ChiLDRen's DAy CAmP for children grades 1 - 8

Monday – thursday, 7/7 – 7/10 from 9:00 to 2:30 Field trips and special guests

friday, 7/11 from 10:30 to 1:30 Picnic for campers and their families

ADuLT ACTiViTy WeekMonday – thursday, 7/14 – 7/17 from 9:30 – 2:00 Daily activities to choose, one or all

For more information contact karen Chandler, 610-375-8407 x119 or email [email protected]

SummerActivityPrograms

for Visually impaired or Blind

Children and Adults

Even though spring has just begun, Vision Resource Center of Berks County is busy planning for their day camps! VRC received a very generous gift from the Rotary Club of Spring Township to use towards our children’s day camp.

The Rotary is also volunteering with the camp to assist VRC staff with our activities! We are so thankful for generous service organizations like the Rotary. Our kid’s camp will be held from

Monday, July 7th through Friday, July 11th. The week will be filled with lots of fun activities both at VRC and also field trips throughout Berks County. The Rotary Club is always looking to add members to the club so they can continue to give back to the Berks County community in ways such as this.

Thank you again to the Rotary Club of Spring Township!

Summer Day Camp Gets a Boost

VRC received a very generous gift from the Rotary Club of Spring township


Jim Meck may be known as the “man behind the jingle”, but in actuality he has composed a true theme song for Vision Resource Center. Jim’s song can be accessed via his website, www.jimmeck.com/music , where both the vocal and instrumental versions are available.

Similar to many children who grow up accommodating for vision loss, Jim did not realize there was anything different about his eyesight. As an early teen, he was throwing a baseball with his brother who realized that Jim could not use peripheral vision to play ball. This event brought about Jim’s diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa at age 13, and his first encounter with what was then the Berks County Association for the Blind. Although Jim was eligible for vision services, he remained in denial of his impairment and dealt with the loss with little or no help throughout high school.

Jim’s interest in both music and electronics led him to attend the Electronics program at Lincoln Tech, resulting in his positions at Allen Organ and Lucent Technologies. When Lucent closed, Jim entered Kutztown University and graduated with a teaching degree in 2006, although he was experiencing decreasing tunnel vision due to his RP. Although he attempted substitute teaching to use his degree, his vision decline made teaching impossible.

Jim’s love of music has been lifelong; he started working in the music profession at age 14 as an assistant church organist. Music

evolved from a hobby to the start of Meck Music, Inc., a company offering custom music to venues such as country clubs, restaurants, private parties, and fundraisers, with Jim solo on his keyboard or with his full band, The Guidedogs. Jim is also the Music Director at Christ Mertz Lutheran Church in Dryville, where he has worked for the last ten years.

Jim and his wife, Jen, live in Topton with their four children, Katie, age 22, Sami, age 20, and Alex and Jonah, age 17. He is an active member of the Vision Resource Center Marketing Committee and a passionate ambassador for the agency. Jim is known for his sensitivity and willingness to listen to and help both fellow clients and staff.

Gems from Jim“You are not alone. Once we know that, believe it, and act on it, we can do great things. VRC is a place where we can reach out to each other as well as to the staff. I don’t think there is a worse feeling than being alone, and that feeling can exist even when you are surrounded by others. This does not mean that you cannot enjoy time by yourself, but long-term undesired isolation, even if only emotionally, is something we can address through our friends at VRC who understand our situation. Blindness is what we are, not who we are, and we can all learn to love life with the right people surrounding us.”

Jim Meck

tHE ViSion RESoURCE CEntER

SonG if you face blindness, and it starts to seem as though

Your eyes are only good for crying, and you’re feeling all alone;

Come to a place of kindness, and in a new way you will see

that there’s much more to hop than just learning to cope

You can live a life that’s full and free.

We’re the Vision Resource Center; let us be your guiding light,

As we strive to keep your dreams alive, even if you lose your sight.

You’re not alone; pick up the phone. We help friends and family, too.

We’re the Vision Resource Center.

One of Vision Resource Center's most loved and most devoted drivers, Gordon Bartlett, died unexpectedly on March 7, 2014. Gordon was known by staff and clients of the agency as a good friend, passionate volunteer, and

a true gentleman. He was known for his sense of humor, his patience, and his happy demeanor. Gordon will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him and sympathies are extended to his family for this profound loss.

In Memory of Gordon Bartlett


Blood pressure monitors for the blind and visually impaired

In doctors’ offices today, you will have your blood pressure (BP) taken by a cuff or wrist monitor (BPM).

I own the Reizen Two Talking Automatic Digital BPM selling for $98.00 from MaxiAids.

The Reizen Wrist Mount unit costs only $49.00 from MaxiAids.Both are great for the blind and visually impaired. They do have a digital

display, too. Both BPMs come with a voice prompt to announce when it’s ready for use, press a button and the arm or wrist unit inflates (and deflates) automatically.

The BPM tells you your systolic and diastolic BP and pulse rate readings which are stored in an 80 memory reference. Both are battery operated, the Reizen Two has an A/C adapter, and comes with a carrying case.

I think either model is a must have in every home.

by Brian Wilson

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The Reizen Wrist Mount unit costs only $49.00 from MaxiAids.

Reizen Two Talking Automatic Digital

BPM selling for $98.00 from

MaxiAids.

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Please complete and return this form to: Vision Resource Center of Berks County

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Music from the 40’s through the 80’s

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Become a VRCBC supporter!Yes, i would like to support the programs and services of VRCBC in prevention of blindness.

enclosed please find my tax deductible gift:m $100m $75m $50m $25m Other ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Thank you for your support! make checks payable to:

Vision Resource Center of Berks County 2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604Or donate on-line at www.berksblind.org

The official registration and financial information of Vision Resource Center of Berks County a 501©3 may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free

(800)732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

By: Low Vision WorksDISCuSSIOn aBOut:

Vision Rehab ProcessLunch will be held at Vision Resource Center of Berks County, 2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading, PA 19604.

Prior reservations are required. Please register by June 9, 2014.

to register call 610-375-8407 ext. 110 or email [email protected]

Vision Lunch June 17th at 12 noon


LiVE on BCtV tHE fiRSt tUESdAY of EACH MontH

At 10:00 AM

Our members are recognized as providing the highest level of eye care in Pennsylvania

Berks County optometriC soCiety

HelgaSteidleBarrett,O.D.LeslieP.Brodsky,O.D.MichaelD.Burkhart,O.D.KerryJamesBurrell,O.D.JenniferHaksilCho,O.D.RichardP.Christoph,O.D.StuartM.Clark,O.D.StuartS.Cohn,O.D.RobertA.Copeland,O.D.GlennS.Corbin,O.D.AndrewJamesDelaney,O.D.DavidH.Foster,O.D.ElizabethA.Harris,O.D.KarenL.Heaney,O.D.LindaB.Heisey,O.D.

DawnHornberger,O.D.,M.S.JacquelynMarieHorst,O.D.CherylKayHudish,O.D.SeanDavidHyman,O.D.RalphG.Keeport,O.D.AmandaS.Legge,O.D.BradL.Loeb,O.D.MichaelFrancisMagro,O.D.BruceM.May,O.D.LisaMarieMcDevitt,O.D.MartinF.Miller,O.D.SheilaR.Miller,O.D.MichaelR.Mohn,O.D.LeighA.Moser,O.D.MiriamE.Pearson,O.D.

AmbroseB.Peterman,O.D.LauraKwaiPham,O.D.JessicaLynnReiniger,O.D.KristenJeanRoseman,O.D.MariaRuduski-Downey,O.D.KarenE.Rule,O.D.W.DavidRule,O.D.HeidiL.Sensenig,O.D.,M.S.JohnRichardSmith,O.D.LoriJusticeSmith,O.D.PatrickStone,O.D.JohnJ.Suydam,O.D.JamesA.Tribbett,O.D.CliffordC.Wagner,O.D.LindaAnnWhitaker,O.D.

Proud to Support the Mission of Vision Resource Center of Berks County


RePLAy TiMes: Saturdays 7:00 pm Sundays 2:00 pm

Mondays 12:00 pm

HosTeD By: Brad e. Hart

Community Education and Relations Coordinator for Vision

Resource Center of Berks County

a Show for People affected By Blindness and Low Vision Issues

Eye Check!

VRC offers Adult Vision Screenings to test for myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness),

astigmatism, and how well the eyes work together. The process, including completion of paperwork prior to the

screening, takes only a few minutes. The screenings are free of charge, but the result printout is priceless. The screenings are for

adults 18 and over. Adult Vision Screenings are held at VRC, 2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading.

2014 Vision Screenings will take place 11 AM - 2 PM on: April 7 • July 21 • OctOber 6

Appointments are suggested, but are not required.

for more information contact [email protected] or 610-375-8407 x114 (Mon-thu 8:00am-4:00pm)


Vision screenings The Prevention of Blindness program targets the children of Berks County. This is a free screening service that is provided to children between 3-5 years of age. This service is provided at day care centers, preschools, nursery schools, Head Start Centers, and kindergarten registrations. These screenings are designed to detect eye issues at an early age because the earlier the detection, the earlier treatment can begin. Adult vision screenings are provided at various health fairs and community events throughout the year. These screenings are designed to assess an adult’s vision changes.

sight Loss support Group This group meets monthly to provide support and problem solving for clients. This meeting is open to individuals who are blind or are visually impaired and their family members, friends, and caregivers. This meeting is designed to discuss the latest technology and medical breakthroughs that may be of interest to the attendees.

Caregivers sight Loss support Group This group meets bi-monthly to help other caregivers be a support for their visually impaired family member. Caregivers need the support of others that have experienced the difficulties with complete or partial vision loss and the changes that occur in everyone’s life.

Counseling Is available for individuals who are struggling with the adjustment of a visual impairment or blindness. Counselor and client will work together to reach goals that are obtainable. The meetings will be adapted for each client’s needs and desires.

Lunch Bunch This group meets monthly at various restaurants throughout Berks County as a means of socialization. This group is open to those with visual impairments or who are blind and their family members, friends, and caregivers.

assistive Devices A variety of assistive devices are available for individuals to purchase or lease. These items are available to assist an individual with vision issues to lead a more productive and independent life.

spanish speaking sight Loss support Group This group meets monthly to provide support for those within Berks County who are blind or have vision loss that feel more comfortable within the Spanish speaking community. This group meets to discuss problems and possible solutions for difficulties they are having dealing with everyday life with their visual impairment.

education Programs Several education programs are available for different age groups of children. These programs are designed to discuss eye health and eye safety rules. Adult education programs can also be performed concerning specific eye issues or ideas for continued independence within the home with a visual impairment.

Information and referral services Following an individualized home visit, information and releases are obtained to discuss the best way to assist the client. If further assistance is necessary, referrals are made to the appropriate agencies to best address the client’s individual needs for success with their visual impairment.

Workshop services Employing over 50 visually impaired, blind, or challenged individuals, the workshop promotes developing skill sets unique to each person’s abilities and interests. Pride in work done produces a quality product for the customer. Each employee is paid for their specific amount of work performed. All work is done specific to the customer’s specifications.

Visually Impaired support Groups at Local assisted Living Facilities These groups are to assist residents within Assisted Living Facilities to maintain as much independence as possible while living with their visual impairment. This group is to be a support to help other residents with daily issues they may face due to their visual impairment.

for more information or to schedule an appointment, call 610-375-8407 or visit our website at www.berksblind.org

Anarrayofattendeesfromlocalhealthcareagencies,aswellasassistedandindependentlivingfacilities,enjoyedthesecondVisionLunchonMarch18thatVRC.Interestedclientsalsocameforthisveryinformationalsessionondiabetes,presentedbyRalphCincinnatiofBerksEndocrinology.Everyoneinattendanceenjoyedsomesocialtimeandlunchpriortothepresentation.TopicssuchasdifferencesbetweenType1andType2diabetes,theactualcausesandeffectsofdiabetesonthebody,andnewmedicationswerediscussed.Questionswereraisedregardingthedamagethatdiabetes,especiallyifuncontrolled,cancauseforthoseafflictedwiththedisease,bothonthebodyandspecificallytheeyes.Dr.DawnHornberger,VRCboardmember,waspresenttoclarifyissuesforpeoplewhosufferfromeyediseasescombinedwithdiabetes.RalphCincinnatigaveampleinformationaboutnewtechnologiesthatareavailabletomakelivingwiththisverycommondiseaseeasierandlesscomplicatedthanithasbeeninthepast.Heentertainedmanyquestions,particularlybyattendeeswhohavebeendiagnosedwithdiabetes,andalsoencouragedinputfromtheaudienceinregardtotheirpersonalexperiences.EveryonelefttheVisionLunchwithanewunderstandingaboutchangesintreatment,technology,andattitudesfordiabeticsandhealthcareproviders.

VisionLuncheswilloccurquarterlyatVRCandwillcovermanypertinenttopicsforanyonewhoexperiencesvisionimpairmentorknowspeoplewhodo.ToursofVisionResourceCenterareenjoyedbyattendeesofVisionLunchesuponrequest.ThenextVisionLunchwillbesponsoredbyLowVisionWorksonTuesday,June17,at12:00p.m.,andwillcovertheirvisionrehabprocess.ReservationscanbemadewithCarolynKrick,610-375-8407,x110,[email protected].

Vision Lunch Focuses on Diabetes

Pictured are client, Melissa Hartman, Ralph Cincinnati from Berks endocrinology, and client/board member, Tom Devlin.

SERViCES PRoVidEd BY ViSion RESoURCE CEntER of BERKS CoUntY

infoRMAtionAL SESSion on diABEtES PRESEntEd BY RALPH CinCinnAti of BERKS EndoCRinoLoGY

2020 Hampden Boulevard Reading, PA 19604

U.S. Postage PAID

Non-Profit Org. Permit No.122

Reading, PA

Return Service Requested

It only takes one Wednesday a month to provide a ride for one of our clients, many of whom are homebound. VRC clients want to get out and get active! To do that we depend on drivers to provide transportation to our Wednesday activities, whether they are local social activities, lunches, or support group meetings at 2020 Hampden Boulevard.

Our drivers are special people who not only give rides to clients, but also become friends of both our clients and our staff. Drivers are welcome to get active along with clients and enjoy the social aspects of volunteering. Do you have a free Wednesday now and then? If so, call us at 610-375-8407, ext. 110, to sign up and help us to help our clients!

Inside THIS ISSUE

President'sMessage.page2

WelcomeErinOverley.............page3

VisionExpo..............page4

SummerActivityPrograms.................page5

ClientSpotlightJimMeck................page7

GadgetGuru............page8

VisionLunch..........page11

“One Wednesday” Programit only takes one Wednesday a month to provide a ride for one of our clients


Focusing on the prevention of blindness and making it possible for visually impaired

Berks County residents to lead independent and productive lives within their community.

SPRinG | 2014 For People Affected By Blindness and Low Vision www.berksblind.org

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