We meet each month by Zoom. Usually, it is the first Saturday of the month. Our meetings begin between 12:45 pm and 12:55 pm EST. They last around 1 hour 45mins with the last half hour dedicated for new participants and/or people with new vision losses to have an opportunity to talk.
How to join:
To join using the Internet on any device, please use the following link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4404653663?pwd=TDdVVG8yVDIvd0JwLzl2d0lGOUxsZz09
Meeting ID: 440 465 3663
Passcode: 2121
If using a smart phone to dial in, just tap on one of the numbers below and it will do the rest:
+19292056099,,4404653663#
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If dialing in by land line, please use one of the following numbers, remember the passcode is 2121:
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
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Meeting ID: 440 465 3663
to listen to recordings of some of our past meetings, click Below.
Low Vision Now, formerly DVCCLV
Schedule of meetings and speakers
September 2025 – March 2026
Additional information is available by calling: 484-566-3619. Joining information is at the bottom of the list below.
September 6, 2025.
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York)
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group Session: Follows end of speaker presentation..
Topic: How to try out and borrow assistive technology free of charge in USA.
Speaker: Jule Ann Lieberman, Tech Owl.
October 4, 2025
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group Session: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Self Defense
Speaker: Stephen Nicoles, Founder One touch Project
November 1, 2025
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group Session: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Prevention of Falls for people with visual impairment
Speaker: Steve Kerr, Founder Fall Prevention Foundation
November 1, 2025
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group Session: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Prevention of Falls for people with visual impairment
Speaker: Steve Kerr, Founder Fall Prevention Foundation
December 6, 2025
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Free for those with low or no vision, tech and other courses, podcast support, etc.
Speaker: Hadley Institute
December 6, 2025
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Free for those with low or no vision, tech and other courses, podcast support, etc.
Speaker: Hadley Institute
January 10, 2026
Topic: Nutrition
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Speaker: Joni Garcia, private consultant
February 7, 2026
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Hear what research has been done by the American Foundation for the Blind.
Speaker: Dr. Arielle Silverman, Director of Research, American Foundation for the Blind
February 7, 2026
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Hear what research has been done by the American Foundation for the Blind.
Speaker: Dr. Arielle Silverman, Director of Research, American Foundation for the Blind
March7, 2026
Starts: Between 12:45 and 12:55 pm, EST (New York).
Presentation: 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, EST.
Support Group: Follows end of speaker presentation.
Topic: Staying safe with technology and your information.
Speaker: David Goldfield, Leader in Assistive Technology Field.
We are honored to welcome our guest speaker, Christine Chaikin, President and CEO of Insightful Publications. Christine has requested that the following
information be shared with attendees prior to the meeting.
Are you looking for help in the low vision or blind community?
Do you want to find local people and resources near you?
Insightful Publications offers State Resource Handbooks to help you get the support you need.
These easy-to-use guides are made for both individuals and professionals. Everything is clear, simple, and in one place.
Each handbook includes helpful resources such as:
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• Local, regional, and national contacts
• Jobs and employment support
• Housing options
• Transportation services
• And much more
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These handbooks are your go-to guide for finding support, building independence, and staying connected.
We are here to help you every step of the way. Let us help you find the resources you need to live with confidence and success.
If there are resources you would like to have answered during the presentation, please send them ahead of time to:
Here are a few resources for People to check out on your own:
Assistive Technology resource centers:
https://at3center.net/state-at-programs
Find your assistive technology resource center by state. When you click on your state’s link it will give you the contact information
Accessibility Support Phone Numbers
https://ophthalmicedge.org/patient/accessibility-support-phone-lines-you-should-know
Accessibility phone numbers for technology companies.
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Dan Surkin will provide insights and methods of stress reduction. He will be using Mindfulness practices to achieve this goal.
On Saturday, June 6, 2026, Glenda Such and a co-presenter to be announced will be providing guidance on ways to use Meta smart glasses more effectively. On Saturday, July 11, 2026, Caitlin Lee will be providing information on ways to create your own will.
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