Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 OrCam Training
Provider
 VA Long Beach Blind Rehabilitation Center
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Location
 Long Beach VA, CA
Date(s)
 July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024 - 7/1/2024 2pm to 4pm PST
CE Hours
 2
Contact Information
 Silvia Vargas562-826-8000 ext. 6586
Registration Information
 No registration required. Training event limited to 12 participants from the Long Beach VA Blind Rehabilitation Center.
Fees
 none
Description of CE Program/Activity
 Practitioners serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired must ensure that they are equipped with the appropriate attitude, motivation, and skill set to provide effective training strategies that address the unique needs of individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. In this presentation, providers will learn how to use the OrCam portable optical character recognition device for accessing print, money identification, accessing time, and recognizing faces. Participants will be able to who is a good candidate for this adaptive device and learn strategies for assessing and teaching the device to Veterans who are visually impaired. Please note, time will be available for questions and discussion.