Seminars@hadley - Independent Living

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Seminars@Hadley - Independent Living

Episodes

  • Volunteering in Your Community

    23/07/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as our panel discusses how volunteering has enhanced their own lives while benefiting others and their community. Panelists include Hadley colleagues Sharon Howerton, Patti Jacobson, and Colleen Wunderlich. Ideas for stepping out and stepping up will be shared.

  • Get Ready, Get Set, Study!

    10/07/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as we discuss all things study skills. Hadley's High School Coordinator Karen Woodfork, instructor Julie Kay and successful students will share information and tips on the importance of goal setting, strategies and tips for putting education goals into action, how to prepare to submit assignments and more. Join us for this informative, yet fun, session!

  • First Steps to a Financial Plan

    18/06/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as presenters Larry Dickman, manager of North shore Community Bank in Winnetka, and Andy Knott, investment advisor for Wintrust Wealth Management, share their expert advice on building a financial plan.

  • Beyond the Working Years: Developing a Retirement Plan for Your Dog Guide

    03/06/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Michelle Drolet, former counseling specialist with 14 years of experience with The Seeing Eye, presents on the pros and cons of each placement option for dog and master and addresses your questions to help you make the best decision for you and your dog.

  • Age-Related Low Vision: the Emotional Impact of Vision Loss Later in Life

    05/05/2014

    Join Seminars @ Hadley and find out who is likely to have low vision, how it is diagnosed and the impact it can have on a person and their family.

  • Bullying: Why Does it Happen And What Can We Do to Minimize its Impact?

    23/04/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Lauri Dishman, licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) and owner of Your Inner Focus, a private mental health practice helping those adjusting with vision loss, shares her insights on bullying both from the perspective of those who are bullied and those who do the bullying. The goal is to help build a stronger resilience and gain greater confidence.

  • Behind the Scenes at the Veterans Legal Support Center & Clinic

    09/04/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Tom White, clinical director of the Veterans Legal Support Center & Clinic at The John Marshall Law School, and members of the Clinic staff, as they share insights on their mission and services.

  • Geography: Talking Travel: Cruising

    19/03/2014

    Join Seminars@Hadley for a discussion about taking a cruise to somewhere exciting, whether it's to the Caribbean or along the coast of Europe. We'll talk about planning, the documentation you need, and what arrangements are necessary if you have a guide dog.

  • Geography: Talking Travel - UK and Ireland

    06/11/2013

    Open the doors to Europe as we continue our travel and geography seminars! Join instructors Sharon Howerton and Cathy Pasinski as they share their wonderful experiences as blind and sighted travelers in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland.

  • Low Vision: What It Is and Maintaining Independence

    03/10/2013

    This seminar will explore the causes of low vision as well as its effects on the increasing number of people who experience a decline in being able to see well. We will talk about who becomes low vision and why. Also, there will be a discussion of practical skills that can be learned to overcome the daily difficulties and frustrations.

  • The Ladies Lounge 3

    25/09/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Hadley instructors Patti Jacobson and Sharon Howerton, joined by Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Polly Abbott from Second Sense in Chicago, respond to your questions and share their further thoughts on the many topics covered in Ladies Lounge 1 and 2 (dressing with confidence, clothing care and organization, make-up and more).

  • Underground Guide to Making College and Vocational Rehab Work for You

    16/09/2013

    Join Seminars Hadley as Ed Haines, Hadley instructor, reveals an insider's look at the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) process relating to transition students.

  • Blinded Veterans' Guide to the Military Justice System

    28/08/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Tom White, clinical director of the Veterans Legal Support Center and Clinic at The John Marshall Law School and a former JAG officer and professor of constitutional law at West Point, shares insights on the basic rules and procedures of the military justice system and how they affect veterans.

  • Geography: Talking Travel

    26/08/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Wendy David, author of Sites Unseen: Traveling the World Without Sight, shares her thoughts about why you want to travel, the joys of traveling and how to prepare for a trip.

  • All in the Family: How Their Reactions Impact Our Ability to Cope

    25/07/2013

    How are your family and friends coping with your vision loss? Is it having an impact on your ability to cope? Join Seminars@Hadley as Lauri Dishman, the Manager of Counseling Services at Second Sense Chicago and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), shares her insights on both positive and negative support and their effects, and how to effectively deal with difficult situations.

  • The Ladies Lounge 2

    13/06/2013

    Grab a cup of coffee, herbal tea or iced latte and meet us in the (cyber) Ladies Lounge! We’re back to pick up where we left off in the first Ladies Lounge! Join Seminars@Hadley as Hadley instructor Sharon Howerton and Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Polly Abbott, from Second Sense in Chicago, share personal care tips and tricks.

  • The Men's Locker Room - For Men Only!

    20/05/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as rehabilitation teacher Garry Bowman and Doug Anzlovar, certified vision rehabilitation therapist, discuss tips, strategies and techniques to put guys at ease with their wardrobe selections, organization and self-care.

  • Veterans Benefits: An Overview

    24/04/2013

    Are you a blinded or visually impaired veteran? Are you aware of your possible Veterans Administration (VA) benefits? Did you know that your vision issues need not be service-related to be eligible for VA benefits?

  • The Ladies Lounge

    04/04/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Hadley instructors Patti Jacobson and Sharon Howerton and Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Polly Abbott from Second Sense in Chicago share personal care tips and tricks.

  • Perfectionism in Relationships

    28/03/2013

    Join Seminars@Hadley as Lauri Dishman, manager of Counseling Services at Second Sense, explains how you or the perfectionist in your life can break free from irrational expectations.

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