- 9
- Episodes
- 2022
- First episode
About Vision For El Paso
Vision for El Paso strives to connect the visually impaired community with local resources and groups in the area to empower the community and bring a better tomorrow.
- Publisher
- Vision For El Paso
- Category
- business
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 6 Oct 2022
- Latest episode
- 11 May 2023
Latest episodes
9 episodes in the feed.
11 May 2023
Vision For El Paso Episode Featuring Christopher Montoya President of Five Points Lions Club in El Paso
In today's episode, we chat with Christopher Montoya, President of the Five Points Lions Club in El Paso. Join us as we discuss local programs and assistance available to those in the VI community, the importance of getting your vision checked regularly, and what you can do with your old frames to help those in need. For more information about the Five Points Lions Club in El Paso, please visit the links below: e-clubhouse.org/sites/elpasofp/ (https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/elpasofp/?fbclid=IwAR06rv60-gKFY29-FDlcgkpmzfgW-OG1c7_rWFWxfNIbWmBUDrXRW83Ab1I) (https://www.facebook.com/elpasofivepointslionsclub/) For information on Leaderdog for the Blind visit: https://www.leaderdog.org/ (https://www.leaderdog.org/) To apply for the Leaderdog Guide Dog Program visit: https://www.leaderdog.org (https://www.leaderdog.org/programs/guide-dog-program/application-process/apply-for-guide-dog-training/) To learn more about the Western Texas Lions Eye Bank Alliance visit: https://wtleb.org/ (https://wtleb.org/) To learn more about the West Texas Lions Eye Health Foundation and future opportunities for Vision tests and glasses visit: West Texas Lions Eye Health Foundation on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/people/West-Texas-Lions-Eye-Health-Foundation/100071886301819/) For more on Vision For El Paso visit our social media: Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
23 Mar 2023
Vision For El Paso Episode Featuring Andrew De Avila Assistive Technology Trainer Part 2
In Today's episode Andrew De Avila, consultant & trainer for Assistive Technology returns with a list of new assistive apps and technology to discuss. Join us as we discuss how you can take Google and Alexa on the go and even watch your favorite live sports events anywhere! For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: To contact Andrew De Avila: Please email drewtech2023@gmail.com (https://mail:drewtech2023@gmail.com/) To Andrew's recommended apps please visit: Download Google Assistent: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-assistant/id1220976145 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/google-assistant/id1220976145) Download Alexa: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/amazon-alexa/id944011620 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/amazon-alexa/id944011620) Shop for Bose Glasses with Bluetooth Sound: https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/frames.html (https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/frames.html) For more on Vision For El Paso visit our social media: Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
10 Feb 2023
Vision For El Paso Featuring Andrew Silva, Coordinator at EPCC Center For Student Disabilities
Today's show features Andrew Silva, CSD Recruit & Transition Training Coordinator at the El Paso Community College Center for Student Disabilities. Join Mike and Andrew as they discuss the resources available to students with disabilities attending any EPCC campus. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: El Paso Community College Center for Students with Disabilities Office: To learn more about the El Paso Community College Center for Student Disabilities, please visit their website Here (https://www.epcc.edu/Services/csd) or contact Andrew by calling (915) 831-2736 (tel:9158312736) For more on Vision For El Paso visit our social media: Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
19 Jan 2023
Vision For El Paso Episode Featuring Andrew De Avila Assistive Technology Trainer
Today's episode features a special guest, Andrew De Avila, consultant & trainer for Assistive Technology. Join us as we discuss Andrew's favorite apps in the Assistive Technology Space that can assist the visual impaired community. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: To contact Andrew De Avila: Please email drewtech2023@gmail.com (//mail:drewtech2023@gmail.com) To Andrew's recommended apps please visit: Download Soundscape by Microsoft: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-soundscape/id1240320677 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-soundscape/id1240320677) Download SuperSense: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/supersense-ai-for-blind/id1484547836 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/supersense-ai-for-blind/id1484547836) Download Be My Eyes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/be-my-eyes/id905177575 (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/be-my-eyes/id905177575) For more on Vision For El Paso visit our social media: Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
5 Jan 2023
Vision For El Paso Featuring Melinda Ramirez, Teacher of Visual Impairment
In today's episode, Melinda Ramirez, a Teacher of Visual Impairment speaks with Mike about the educational programs, tools, and resources available to Visually impaired students in San Elizario ISD. Mike and Melinda also discuss how parents can find these resources at schools across the El Paso Area as well as advice for giving their students the best educational resources. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: San Elizario ISD Special Education Office: To learn more about the San Elizario ISD Special Education Programs, please visit their website Here (https://www.seisd.net/Page/414) or contact their offices by calling (915) 872-3926 (tel:9158723926 ) For more on Vision For El Paso visit our social media: Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
29 Dec 2022
Vision For El Paso Episode featuring Eleanor Coldwell from the El Paso Council of the Blind
In today's episode, Eleanor Coldwell, Vice President of the El Paso Council of the Blind, shares the many ways the El Paso Council of the Blind can assist those who are visually impaired by utilizing technology, apple devices, and other mobility and resource classes. We also learn how the El Paso Council of the Blind was able to help her in her journey. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: El Paso Council of the Blind To learn more about the El Paso Council of the Blind, please visit their website Here (https://elpasocounciloftheblind.org/) or contact Eleanor by calling (915)272-3392 (tel:915-272-3392) Vision For El Paso Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
3 Nov 2022
Vision for El Paso Featuring Jessica Martel Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist
In today's episode, Jessica Martel of Region XIX breaks down the importance of Orientation & Mobility Skills for students and infants with visual impairments. We learn what a typical introduction to cane skills looks like and how visually impaired students can learn to navigate schools and shops on their own. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: To learn more about the Region XIX Visually Impaired Program Website Here (https://www.esc19.net/domain/77#:~:text=The%20Program%20for%20the%20Visually,%2C%20mentoring%2C%20and%20equipment%20loans.) or contact Jessica Martel and the Visually Impaired Program Team at (915) 780-1919 To contact the Early Childhood Intervention ECI 24-Hour Referral Line call (915) 534-4324. or visit the website here (https://www.elpasoeci.org/refer-a-child/), to refer a child online. Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
20 Oct 2022
Vision For El Paso Featuring Mirabel Morra from the Texas Work Force Commission
Mirabel Mora of the Texas Workforce Commission breaks down the many ways the Vocational Rehabilitation Services at Texas Workforce Commission can assist the community in obtaining, maintaining, or advancing their employment opportunities. For more information on Vision for El Paso or this Episodes guest please visit the links below: Visit the Vocational Rehabilitation Services page at the Texas Workforce Commission site Here (https://www.twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/vocational-rehabilitation-youth-students) Start your Vocational Rehab Self Referral Application Here (https://twcgov.service-now.com/com.glideapp.servicecatalog_cat_item_view.do?v=1&sysparm_id=e05bd29c1bf5e41016a1caab234bcb94&sysparm_preview=true&sysparm_domain_restore=false&sysparm_stack=no) and check for updates on your application Here (https://twcgov.service-now.com/com.glideapp.servicecatalog_cat_item_view.do?v=1&sysparm_id=935ee44a1bf1e01016a1caab234bcb73&sysparm_preview=true&sysparm_domain_restore=false&sysparm_stack=no) For Phone Assistance, you can reach the Vocational Rehab Office at 1-512-936-6400 (tel:15129366400) Or Email vr.office.locator@twc.texas.gov (//mail:vr.office.locator@twc.texas.gov) to find your nearest Texas Workforce Commission Office. Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
6 Oct 2022
Vision For El Paso Featuring Richard Torres from Region XIX
Welcome to Vision for El Paso! To kickstart our first episode we chat with Richard Torres, Program Manager for the Visually Impaired at Region XIX in El Paso. Tune in to learn about the resources and tools available to local educators who work with visually impaired students and community members who have visual impairments themselves. For more information on Vision for El Paso or our guests please visit the links below: Region XIX Visually Impaired Program Website Here (https://www.esc19.net/domain/77#:~:text=The%20Program%20for%20the%20Visually,%2C%20mentoring%2C%20and%20equipment%20loans.) or contact Richard Torres at 915-780-5343 (tel:915-780-5343) Vision for El Paso Instagram: @visionforelpaso (https://www.instagram.com/visionforelpaso/) Vision for El Paso Facebook: @visionforelpaso (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086340589423) Thank you to our Sponsors! Please use the links below to learn more about each organization Amerigroup Website: www.amerigroup.com (https://www.amerigroup.com/) El Paso Community Foundation Website: www.epcf.org (https://epcf.org/) Facebook: @ElPasoCF (https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoCF) Instagram: @elpasocf (https://www.instagram.com/elpasocf/)
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