Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 NuEyes
Provider
 VA Long Beach Blind Rehabilitation Center
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Location
 Long Beach, CA - VA Long Beach Blind Rehabilitation Center5901 E. 7th St.Bldg 166 Long Beach, CA 90822
Date(s)
 August 10, 2016 - August 10, 2016 - 1:00-4:00PM Pacific
CE Hours
 3
Contact Information
 Kristy Ulley, MA, CLVT, COMS Visual Skills Supervisor Staff Education Committee Co-Chair / CE Activity Planner 562-826-8000 ext.6588Kristy.Ulley@va.gov
Registration Information
 Please email or call event contact for further information
Fees
 N/A
Description of CE Program/Activity
 The training is designed to advance clinical staff s competence in assessing, training, and recommending NuEyes - a head-mounted, hands-free wearable low vision device that provides Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology for individuals with visual impairment. The presenter will describe and demonstrate the functions of the device and allow time for a hands-on workshop in varying environments, to include, potential user assessment and participation. Attendees will evaluate the features, uses, and limitations of the device and discuss assessment protocol strategies and criteria for issuance. Time will be available for questions and discussion.