Navigating Life with Vision Loss

1) Episode Summary In this episode, Kim Wardlow welcomes Paralympian Lex Gillette for a clear and highly practical conversation on how track and field works for blind and low-vision athletes. They break down the difference between track and field events, explain T11, T12, and T13 classifications, and walk listeners through the real mechanics of accessibility in the sport: blindfold rules, guide runners, tethers, verbal cueing, and the trust it takes to compete at a high level. The conversation also gives a vivid picture of what it feels like to be in the blocks, on the runway, and in motion, while reinforcing a bigger message that movement, competition, and courage are not off-limits because of vision loss. 2) Contact Info Guest / Featured Voice: Lex Gillette — Team USA Paralympic athlete and long jumper.  Aftersight feedback / questions: feedback@aftersight.org | (720) 712-8856  Producer: Jonathan Price Host: Kim Wardlow 3) Show Credits Show: Navigating Life with Vision Loss Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Lex Gillette Producer: Jonathan Price Organization: Aftersight

Episode Summary Kim Wardlow sits down with Christine Holmberg, Executive Director of Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind, for a conversation about skiing, confidence, freedom, and what becomes possible when blind and low-vision individuals are given the right support on the mountain. Christine shares how Foresight grew from a ski-specific program into a broader adventure organization, while still staying deeply committed to guided skiing and snowboarding at Vail and Beaver Creek. The episode walks through how Foresight’s programs work for both adults and youth, including guided ski days, youth learn-to-ski trips, and the structure of having both a guide and a shadow on the mountain. Christine explains how trust is built, how guides communicate with skiers, and why the experience is often transformational for people who thought vision loss meant the end of activities they once loved. The conversation also highlights the broader impact of adaptive recreation. From kids building confidence through skiing to adults reclaiming pieces of life they thought were gone, this episode is full of practical information and real hope. Christine also shares details about other adaptive ski programs in Colorado, the affordability of Foresight’s services, and the upcoming AfterSight and Foresight fundraising walk at Cherry Creek State Park on May 30. Contact Info Guest / Organization Christine Holmberg Executive Director, Foresight Adventure Guides for the Blind Website: foresightskiguides.org Alternate Website: foresightadventureguidesfortheblind.org Phone: 303-506-3859 Email: Christine@ForesightSkiGuides.org Aftersight Aftersight Phone: (720) 712-8856 Email: feedback@aftersight.orgProducer Credits Produced by Jonathan Price for AftersightShow Credits Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Christine Holmberg Producer: Jonathan Price Organization: Aftersight (00:00) - — Welcome to the sports series and guest introduction (01:52) - — How Foresight began and why the organization expanded (05:58) - — How guided skiing works at Vail and Beaver Creek (09:17) - — Youth programs, school partnerships, and future skiers (11:29) - — Guide and shadow roles on the mountain (13:28) - — Headsets, verbal cues, and safety communication (15:13) - — Fear, confidence, and skiing after vision loss (19:39) - — Building trust and assessing a skier’s ability (21:15) - — Freedom, speed, and the confidence skiing can build (25:27) - — Other adaptive ski programs across Colorado (28:31) - — Cost, affordability, and financial assistance options (30:50) - — Travel access for out-of-state skiers (33:15) - — Family ski trips, long-term growth, and Paralympic dreams (35:17) - — AfterSight and Foresight’s May 30 fundraising walk (38:37) - — How to contact Foresight (39:34) - — Closing encouragement and series wrap-up

1) Episode Summary In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, Kim Wardlow sits down with Mindy Keene for a grounded and encouraging conversation about health, wellness, and the small choices that build a stronger foundation for life. Rather than focusing only on sports performance, this episode pulls back and looks at the bigger picture: sleep, hydration, movement, nutrition, stress, self-talk, and the mental side of lasting change. Mindy shares her personal turning point after learning her lung function had dropped significantly, and how that moment forced her to take her health more seriously. She talks honestly about cutting back on sugar, learning to read labels, shifting her meals toward protein and vegetables, and starting with simple movement like walking. She also opens up about the emotional side of the journey, including stress, crying as release, using music to reset, and learning not to punish herself for being human. The conversation also touches on practical barriers that can come with vision loss, from navigating gym spaces to advocating for oneself with doctors. Throughout the episode, the heart of the message stays the same: start small, be realistic, love yourself, and build one healthy choice at a time. It is a warm, practical episode that reminds listeners that progress does not require perfection, only consistency and grace. 2) Contact Info Guest: Mindy Keene Guest / Organization Contact: Not provided in the transcript. Aftersight Website: Aftersight Email: feedback@aftersight.org Phone: (720) 712-8856 Producer Credits: Host: Kim Wardlow Producer: Jonathan Price 3) Show Credits Show: Navigating Life with Vision Loss Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Mindy Keene Producer: Jonathan Price Network: Aftersight  (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:20) - — Welcome to the sports series and why wellness comes first (01:30) - — Important note: this episode is encouragement, not medical advice (02:08) - — What wellness means right now (02:47) - — Mindy’s wake-up call: lung function, the scale, and needing change (04:59) - — First steps: cutting sugar, moving more, and reading labels (07:25) - — Sleep, white noise, boring books, and learning to rest (09:10) - — When the mind will not slow down: music as therapy (10:41) - — Healthy movement starts with walking (11:46) - — Motivation on tired days and using hype music to get moving (13:29) - — Food changes, loving yourself, and realistic goals (14:40) - — Grocery shopping, label reading, and learning cleaner options (16:46) - — Making healthier meals practical for the whole family (18:15) - — Avoiding “junk” ingredients and keeping food simple (19:24) - — Stress, overwhelm, and letting emotions out in healthy ways (22:42) - — Vision loss barriers, gym anxiety, and self-advocacy with doctors (25:51) - — Support systems, social media, and learning from others (29:52) - — Mindset, cravings, and giving yourself grace (30:47) - — Water, motivation, and measuring progress without shame (34:27) - — Where to start: drink more water and make one small change (37:03) - — The biggest takeaway: love yourself and build small goals (38:45) - — Audio darts, marriage, and discovering new confidence (40:05) - — Final encouragement and Kim’s closing challenge to listeners

1) Episode Summary This episode continues the Navigating Life with Vision Loss sports series with a bold conversation on extreme sports. Host Kim Wardlow welcomes Shawn Cheshire, who shares her journey from vision loss after a traumatic brain injury to becoming a record-setting athlete in biathlon, cycling, hiking, and mountaineering. Together, they unpack misconceptions about blindness and risk, the role of fear in growth, and why communication, trust, and the right team matter more than special equipment in many outdoor pursuits. The conversation also explores rock climbing, water adventures, and mountaineering, while giving listeners practical encouragement to try something new, define failure differently, and take one meaningful step forward. The episode closes with Shawn’s reminder that the greatest barrier is often not disability, but access to people willing to do the adventure with you. 2) Contact Info Guest / Organization Shawn Cheshire Choosing to See — choosingtosee.org Instagram — @sean_cheshire Shawn notes that reaching out through Choosing to See is a direct way to connect with her. Aftersight Aftersight feedback@aftersight.org (720) 712-8856 Producer Credits Produced by Jonathan Price 3) Show Credits Show: Navigating Life with Vision Loss Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Shawn Cheshire Producer: Jonathan Price  (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

1) Episode Summary Kim Wardlow welcomes Evan Schwabrock, founder of Cane and Able Fitness, for a practical and encouraging conversation about getting started with strength training and gym fitness as a blind or low-vision person. Evan shares his story of losing most of his vision due to Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy, how his background in kinesiology and disability studies shaped his work, and why he created Cane and Able Fitness to challenge the idea that disability means inability. This episode focuses on real-world fitness basics rather than extreme performance. Evan breaks down the confidence, independence, and resilience that strength training can build, both inside and outside the gym. He offers encouragement for listeners who may have fallen off their goals, emphasizing that progress does not require perfection, only consistency, good systems, and sustainable habits. Kim and Evan also walk through common misconceptions about blind and low-vision people in gyms, the difference between working out at home versus in a gym environment, how often someone really needs to work out to make progress, and what to do on that first day walking into a gym. Evan gives clear, accessible advice on gym safety, interacting with staff, using spotters, building around foundational strength movements, and understanding when it is time to increase weight or difficulty. The conversation closes with myth-busting around fitness excuses, practical thoughts on working out with injuries or joint issues, and encouragement for listeners to stop waiting for the “perfect” time and simply begin in a way that works for them. It is a grounded, motivating episode for anyone wanting to get stronger, feel more capable, and approach fitness with vision loss in a way that is accessible and sustainable. 2) Contact Info Guest / Organization Evan Schwabrock Founder, Cane and Able Fitness Website: caneandablefitness.com Socials: Cane and Able Fitness on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Aftersight Website: Aftersight.org Email: feedback@aftersight.org Phone: (720) 712-8856 Producer Jonathan Price Podcast and Program Producer, Aftersight 3) Show Credits Show: Navigating Life with Vision Loss Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Evan Schwabrock Producer: Jonathan Price Organization: Aftersight 4) Chapter Markers 00:03 — Kim introduces the sports series and today’s focus on gym basics and strength training 01:35 — Evan shares his vision loss journey and the founding of Cane and Able Fitness 04:04 — Why strength training builds confidence, capability, and momentum beyond the gym 05:44 — Restarting fitness goals after falling off track and setting sustainable habits 07:23 — Misconceptions about blind and low-vision people working out in gym spaces 09:06 — How beginners can start small and ease into fitness without overwhelm 12:16 — Gym workouts versus home workouts: community, mobility, and accountability 15:10 — How often to work out when starting and why consistency matters more than volume 18:18 — First-day gym advice: asking staff for help, tours, and building support systems 19:27 — Safety in the gym, owning your space, and reducing avoidable hazards 22:16 — Foundational strength movements and how they connect to everyday function 25:07 — Machines versus free weights and why both have value in a training plan 26:27 — Coaching form with vision loss through tactile, sensory, and audible feedback 27:42 — Knowing when to increase weight, difficulty, or training challenge 29:48 — Fitness myths, excuses, and the fear of being judged or getting “too bulky” 35:20 — Working out with injuries, arthritis, balance issues, or joint limitations 39:35 — Stretching, mobility, and building movement quality into the workout itself 41:31 — Evan’s final encouragement on finding what works and building positive momentum 43:02 — Where listeners can find Cane and Able Fitness online 43:47 — Kim closes the episode and encourages listeners to keep moving forward (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

Episode Summary In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, Kim Wardlow continues the sports series by diving into aquatic sports with Jillian Stringfellow and Will Rastetter from Envision Blind Sports. Together, they unpack how blind and low-vision athletes can participate in swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and rowing with the right instruction, communication, and support. The conversation highlights a simple but powerful truth: aquatic sports are far more accessible than many people assume. Jillian and Will explain that most adaptations are not dramatic. They often come down to clearer verbal instruction, guided orientation, hands-on learning, and building trust step by step. The episode spends meaningful time on swimming, covering early teaching methods like breath control, bubble work, kicking, body positioning, lane orientation, and the use of tappers at the wall. Will also explains how swimmers grow from basic safety and comfort in the water to stronger stroke technique, confidence, and even school team participation. From there, the discussion moves into kayaking, canoeing, and rowing, where communication, rhythm, and individualized cues become key. Jillian shares how Envision uses partnerships and trained volunteers to help athletes safely try new experiences, while also helping families see what is truly possible. At its heart, this episode is about confidence. The encouragement is clear: try the sport, trust the process, and let the experience build belief. For many athletes, that first success in the water becomes a doorway into greater independence, community, and courage in the rest of life. Contact Info Guests / Organization Jillian Stringfellow, Program Director, Envision Blind Sports Will Rastetter, Swim Coach, Envision Blind Sports Website: EnvisionBlindSports.org General contact: envisionblindsports@gmail.com | (724) 967-4712 Jillian direct contact: jstringfellow@envisionblindsports.org Aftersight Website: Aftersight.org Podcast: Navigating Life with Vision Loss General contact: contact@aftersight.org | (303) 786-7777 Address: 1805 Hwy 42, Ste 220, Louisville, CO 80027 Producer Credits Jonathan Price, Podcast Producer, Aftersight jonathan@aftersight.org | (720) 712-8856 Show Credits Host: Kim Wardlow Guests: Jillian Stringfellow and Will Rastetter Organization Featured: Envision Blind Sports Producer: Jonathan Price Network: Aftersight Chapter Markers 00:00 — Kim opens the aquatic sports episode 01:13 — What Envision Blind Sports does 04:54 — Common misconceptions about blind athletes in water sports 07:05 — “Fearless, Do More” in aquatic settings 10:00 — The biggest fears athletes and families face 12:03 — Encouraging athletes who do not see themselves as athletic 15:13 — How Will teaches brand-new swimmers 20:15 — Lane orientation, walls, turns, and tappers 23:51 — First steps for getting started in swimming 26:31 — Confidence that carries beyond the pool 29:37 — Kayaking and canoeing: instruction, cues, and safety 34:59 — Family involvement, trust, and growing independence 37:56 — Rowing basics and why it works so well 43:20 — Safety habits and confidence tips across sports 46:06 — The moments that remind them why this work matters 48:24 — How to connect with Envision Blind Sports 49:10 — Kim closes and previews next week’s martial arts episode

1) Episode Summary In this special Aftersight Original, Kim Wardlow shares the personal story behind her leadership and the road that led her to become Executive Director of Aftersight. She reflects on growing up in Lamar, Colorado, her early love for creativity, 4-H, cooking, service, travel, and the many work experiences that quietly prepared her for nonprofit leadership. Kim walks listeners through pivotal moments in her life—from studying abroad in Scotland and working internationally, to volunteering at what was then Radio Reading Service of the Rockies, to unexpectedly finding both her calling and her husband through the organization. She also shares how Aftersight has evolved over the years from volunteer-read programming into a wider community-centered organization offering podcasts, peer support, book club, white canes, and more. This episode is both a personal milestone and a mission-centered reflection. As Kim celebrates her 60th birthday and approaches 25 years with Aftersight, she invites listeners to see the deeper heart behind the organization: building community, increasing independence, and creating meaningful access for people who are blind, low vision, deafblind, or in need of alternatives to print. The episode closes with an invitation to support Aftersight’s work through her birthday giving campaign. 2) Contact Info Guest / Organization: Kim Wardlow — Executive Director, Aftersight Aftersight website: aftersight.org Birthday campaign / donations: Visit the donate page at aftersight.org Aftersight: Aftersight Originals network featuring Navigating Life with Vision Loss, The Blind Chick, Blindsight, and Blind Level Tech Producer Credit: Jonathan Price — Podcast Producer, Aftersight 3) Show Credits Special Aftersight Original Featuring Kim Wardlow Opening by Jonathan Price Produced by Jonathan Price Organization: Aftersight 4) Chapter Markers 00:00 — Jonathan’s welcome and special Aftersight introduction 00:53 — Kim introduces herself, Aftersight, and the reason for sharing her story 03:14 — Childhood in Lamar, creativity, 4-H, and early PBS dreams 05:38 — Learning leadership, service, and community values 08:03 — Solar panels, first jobs, and developing a strong work ethic 10:28 — College, Scotland, travel, and broadening her world 12:54 — Early professional life, proposal writing, and service work 15:14 — Volunteering with Radio Reading Service and working at GE Access 17:37 — Friendship, snowshoeing, travel, and a season of transition 20:02 — Layoff, September 2001, and joining Radio Reading Service 22:21 — Meeting Doug, discovering purpose, and seeing the bigger calling 24:43 — Outreach across Colorado, music, and the value of volunteers 27:04 — How Aftersight expanded into podcasts, groups, and broader services 29:29 — Leadership, rebrand, relocation, and adapting through COVID 31:44 — Community, connection, and why the work matters 34:07 — Life purpose, independence, and the mission behind Aftersight 36:31 — Kim’s birthday campaign and invitation to support Aftersight (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

1) Episode Summary In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow continues the sports series with a conversation about team sports, adaptive recreation, and the deeper personal growth that comes through play. Guest Ashley Thomas, founder of Bridge to Sports, shares her own story of living with spina bifida, becoming a wheelchair user, discovering sport later in life, and eventually competing at a world-class level in kayaking. Ashley brings a powerful perspective to the conversation: sport is not just about competition. It is a tool for confidence, independence, resilience, teamwork, communication, and self-discovery. She shares an unforgettable story about doing her first 5K with her daughter, where poor planning turned into a lesson in humility, teamwork, and learning how to communicate needs clearly. The episode also explores the value of asking for help, how to approach a team environment when you feel like the “new person,” and why it is important to keep trying even when fear, discouragement, or past rejection make it tempting to stay small. Ashley also discusses adaptive team sports and activities that can work well for blind and low-vision athletes, including beep baseball, bocce, cycling, kayaking, and other adaptive options. The heart of the episode is simple and strong: it is never too late to play, never too late to try, and never too late to discover what you are capable of. 2) Contact Info Guest / Organization Ashley Thomas Founder, Bridge to Sports Aftersight Aftersight Email: contact@aftersight.org Producer Jonathan Price Podcast and Program Producer, Aftersight 3) Show Credits Show: Navigating Life with Vision Loss Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Ashley Thomas Producer: Jonathan Price Organization: Aftersight 4) Chapter Markers 00:02 — Kim introduces the sports series and guest Ashley Thomas 01:21 — Ashley shares her background, disability, and love for sport 02:58 — Why sport can be adapted for everyone 05:45 — The deeper benefits of team sports beyond the game itself 07:21 — Ashley’s first race story and lessons in humility and teamwork 21:41 — Finding the sport you love versus the one you are best at 22:29 — How to ask for help and communicate your needs clearly 31:11 — Body positioning, posture, and practical sport readiness 34:45 — Beep baseball and what it teaches about blind athletic skill 37:23 — Blind soccer, hockey, and starting what does not yet exist 39:16 — Bocce as an adaptive team sport option 42:08 — Kayaking and other adaptive opportunities for blind athletes 43:13 — Ashley’s closing encouragement: just do it (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

1) Episode Summary In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow continues the 16-week sports series with a deep dive into goalball—a fast-paced Paralympic sport designed specifically for blind and low-vision athletes. Kim is joined by Lisa Tarkowski, a six-time Paralympic medalist and multi-sport Paralympian (goalball and track & field), and EJ Whitney, a coach and strength/conditioning professional who has worked closely with U.S. goalball athletes. Together, they break down: How goalball started after World War II and evolved into a Paralympic sportHow the game is played (court layout, positions, rules, shot clock, eyeshades, ball with bells)Offensive and defensive strategies, including spin throws and sound-based deceptionWhat it takes to train and compete at the elite/Paralympic levelInjury prevention, recovery, and strength training for high-level goalball athletesHow beginners can get started recreationally through local clubs and demosWhy goalball is such a powerful sport for confidence, teamwork, communication, and skill developmentThe conversation also highlights how adaptive sports environments can become more inclusive through tactile cues, clear coaching communication, and accessible training spaces.  2) Contact Info Guest / Organization InfoLisa Tarkowski — Paralympic goalball athlete (Team USA / Paralympic goalball)EJ Whitney — Goalball coach / strength & conditioning support (Turnstone; Team USA goalball training context)Resource mentioned: USABA (U.S. Association of Blind Athletes) for goalball information, videos, and recreational pathways (referenced in episode/show notes)AftersightShow: Navigating Life with Vision Loss (Aftersight)Network: Aftersight Podcasts / Aftersight OriginalsProducer CreditsHost: Kim WardlowProducer: Jonathan Price 3) Show CreditsPodcast: Navigating Life with Vision LossEpisode Topic: Goalball, Paralympic competition, and accessible sports pathwaysHost: Kim WardlowGuests: Lisa Tarkowski and EJ WhitneyProducer: Jonathan PriceNetwork: Aftersight 4) Chapter Markers00:03 — Kim introduces the sports series and today’s focus on goalball02:13 — Lisa Tarkowski shares her background and how she got into goalball04:39 — Goalball basics: court layout, gameplay, and defensive objective07:08 — Throwing styles, velocity, movement, and offensive techniques09:33 — Listening, bells in the ball, and sound-based strategy11:59 — Positions explained: wings vs. center and physical demands14:23 — How defensive play has evolved (from standing to low-to-ground play)15:03 — What it feels like to compete at the Paralympics17:20 — Common misconceptions about goalball and Paralympic awareness18:41 — Offensive rules, shot clock, and penalty strategy21:01 — Beginner throws and first steps for learning the game23:25 — Lisa’s advice for new players and younger athletes starting out25:48 — Elite training, strength & conditioning, and injury prevention28:10 — Team dynamics, athlete traits, and what coaches look for30:21 — How to get started recreationally and finding local clubs32:47 — Goalball demos, community education, and team-building applications35:13 — Coaching athletes with vision loss and building accessible training spaces37:37 — Audience etiquette, game atmosphere, and final encouragement to try goalball

Episode Summary Navigating Life with Vision Loss launches a new sports series—covering everything from beginner-friendly fitness routines to extreme sports—and kicks things off with beep baseball (often called “beepball”), an adaptive version of baseball designed for blind and low-vision athletes. Guest Ethan Johnston shares his background (growing up as the only blind kid in a small Missouri town, originally from Ethiopia) and explains how sports and music became “therapy” for him. He walks listeners through how beep baseball works—key rule differences from traditional baseball, defensive positioning, the role of a sighted pitcher and spotters, why everyone wears blindfolds for fairness, and how outs/runs are determined. The conversation also explores confidence-building for new players, practice drills, the physical intensity of the sport, travel and camaraderie, the season schedule (including tournaments and the “World Series” style championship), equipment costs, and concrete first steps for getting involved—either as a player or as a sighted volunteer (pitcher/spotter). Contact Info Getting involved (as shared in the episode): Team listings + schedule: NBBA.org (as referenced in the conversation)To watch games: search YouTube/Facebook Live for “beep baseball” + your nearest team name (examples mentioned: “Gateway Archers”)Aftersight (show network):Email: feedback@aftersight.orgPhone: (720) 712-8856Producer credit:Produced by Jonathan Price (Aftersight)Show CreditsPodcast: Navigating Life with Vision Loss (Aftersight Original)Host: Kim WardlowGuest: Ethan JohnstonProducer: Jonathan PriceChapter Markers00:00 — Welcome + sports series kickoff02:23 — Ethan’s background + how he found beep baseball in Colorado04:48 — How the game works: two bases, zones, defense setup07:15 — Pitcher/batter on same team + strikes/innings + mercy-rule talk09:40 — Safety + beeping ball + why you don’t “throw to first”12:02 — Blindfolds + spotters + communication and lane integrity14:14 — How an out is made + close calls + volunteer officiating16:35 — Home run rules + highlight plays + rare catches/double plays19:00 — Building confidence for new players + running to the correct base21:20 — Practice drills + timing + why hitting in the air matters23:20 — Season timeline + training/conditioning routines25:45 — Travel, fundraising, and team camaraderie27:47 — Youth participation + age realities + lack of “minor league”30:12 — Equipment costs + durability (balls/bases)32:38 — How to join: NBBA.org + joining a nearby team even out-of-state34:48 — Longevity in the sport + older players still producing36:22 — Favorite positions + hardest skill (don’t listen to the ball)38:44 — Veteran mindset + unforgettable moments40:52 — How to attend/watch games + final thoughts43:09 — Aftersight show plug + closing remarks (00:00) - Tempo: 120.0

Kim is out this week, and Jonathan and Lauren take over the show to talk about the basics of skin and hair care. There is a lot of information in this episode, so if you need the resources, go check out our page www.aincolorado.org/resources. If you would like a transcription of the show, please click this link https://share.descript.com/view/GLiwONTpncn

Growing up we have all heard the words yes and no. However, we don't really understand the power of those words until they come full circle, and we start realizing the power in those two simple words. Cindy is an educator of nearly 30 years, and her experience from homeschooling to juvenile correctional facilities to private and public teaching and administration to now professorship gives her a unique authority to speak to the power of yes. We hope this show helps you navigate your life with vision loss. You can find a transcription of this show here https://share.descript.com/view/TXzUgrFNpMK

Billy has been on Aftersight with Penn Street and is now joining Kim with the NLVL crew. this month is all about emplyment, how to find jobs, train for them, your rights and many other things. Billy and Kim talk about some of the skills in finding a job that may come in handy like working with LinkedIn professionals to build your resume and make sure you know how to stand out from the crowd. Let us know what you think and lets us know how we can help you. www.nsite.org www.aincolorado.org

We are doing a special re-airing of the interview with Loraine Hutchison from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. We are discussing for the entire month of May the concepts of employment. Enjoy and let us know what you would like to hear.

Here is the final episode for the month concerning housing. James is back, and this time we're talking about how to not only keep your home safe but how to arrange things, so you are well taken care of and safe. James moves throughout the house talking about all things from the kitchen to the bathrooms, hallways and everything in between. Please join us next month and we launch into our newest journey, Employment. Have a wonderful week and if you would like to ask a specific question for Kim, email us at www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/ For a transcription of this show please click on this link. https://vportal.aincolorado.org/wl/?id=h9YuVsfow0VHjPy0ULbuHXWemFekdxrR

For a transcript of this show, please visit the link below. https://vportal.aincolorado.org/wl/?id=BcmMrrWiEBjK3u6os0OilNor2ANi25kB In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow interviews James Daigle of Loveland Handy Guy to discuss home repair and maintenance. They discuss what people should consider when moving into a new house or apartment, such as checking the safety features, like smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, and making sure the windows and doors are secure. They also discuss the importance of having someone who is knowledgeable about home repair to help with any maintenance issues. For a transcript of this show, please visit the link below. www.lovelandhandyguy.com www.aincolorado.com/podcast-guest/ https://aincolorado.org/concert-in-the-dark/ https://aincolorado.org/white-cane-project/

This is a great episode with Candy Christen and Kim as they go deep into the rental markets and talk about how to apply, advocacy and many other things. If you have any questions about housing, please drop us a line at www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/

As we move into and brand new month it's time to stsrt talking housing and real estate. This time of year is traditionally known as the time to be a seller in the market. Kim is joined by real estate experts Mark and Holly Mais. They work to answer your questions about real estate and how to go about the process of finding a realtor and going through the processes of buying and selling a home. Mark and holly will be back later in the month, so if you have any questions for them or Kim, please send your questions to www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/

We're back this week with Jessica from Benefits in Action. Jessica gives a brief history of the non-profit and a great overview of many of their services. If you want to know more about their other services, please visit benefitsinaction.org. www.aincolorado.org/resources www.aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/

As we move into the second half of this month, we shift toward benefits for those with vision loss. Jessica, of Benefits In Action, joins Kim as they discuss SSI and SSDI. If you would like to learn more about who and what Benefits in Action does, visit them here https://www.benefitsinaction.org/. Enjoy your week! Watch for the name change coming in April for this show. The new name will be "Navigating Life with Vision Loss" aincolorado.org/podcast-guest/ aincolorado.org/resources/