It's the third week in June, and, in keeping with our monthly eNN content schedule, we're asking for your feedback -- tips for helping a fellow eSight member to effectively cope with a new situation.
She writes:
"My husband has had partial sight for years but is now going totally blind. He has worked as a math tutor for years, but this may no longer be possible.
"He has been pessimistic about developing computer skills that may offer him other opportunities because he says that he cannot be as quick as a sighted person.
"Do you know of any blind individuals that have developed necessary computer skills toward competitive employment?"
If you remember what it was like to have to start over and reinvent yourself, please share your experiences -- things you did to connect to the resources you needed so you could get computer training or how you identified organizations that offered the most meaningful help in finding employment or where to get the best advice in landing a job. All of this is very valuable.
What tips do you have for George?
We know that there are many eNN readers who have developed these skills and have advice that will help George move forward. Sharing your story now will help us all gain strength.
Tell us your story and pass along tips at http://www.esight.org/link.cfm?n=1602
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