August - Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind

Cabell-Wayne
Association of the Blind
Mission and Vision Statements
O UR M ISSION :
Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind is committed to
promoting and advocating the economic, educational,
and social welfare of the blind and visually impaired
of all ages so that they can maintain a lifestyle comparable
to other members of society.
O UR V ISION :
CWAB will be seen nationally as a model for organizations
and agencies that help blind and visually impaired persons
achieve maximum independence. CWAB will be known for
timely and appropriate state-of-the-art responses to the
changing needs of consumers throughout the Tri-State area
and beyond.
Mission and V ision
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From The Director’s
Desk
Narrator of the Month
Activities Schedule
Support Group
Schedule
Wall Hanging Donated
Cruzin’ For Sight
Spaghetti Dinner and
Gospel Sing
Teubert Prep Schedule
Wednesday Activity
Schedule
Consumer Interviews
CEO
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Taxi Tickets
Memorial Concert
Highlights
Keeping Safe in the
Heat
Recipe of the Month
Control Your Assets
Summer Computer
Instruction
Guide Page Supporters
Radio Outreach
CWAB® Services
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Cabell-Wayne
Association of the Blind, Inc.
Executive Officers:
Kim Blake, President
Brenda Blake, Vice President
Heather McComas, Secretary
Bobbie Swanson, Treasurer
Board Members:
Hello Everyone!
Kenneth Hicks, Ernie Golder,
Temperatures this summer
Juanita Souder, Margie Simmons, have been unbearably hot, but
Joyce Smith, Cheryl Justice,
things have been really cool
Patricia Walker
The Guide Page Magazine
published monthly by:
CWAB®, Inc.
38 Washington Ave.
Huntington, WV. 25701
(304) 522-6991 - Fax (304) 522-6924
e-mail:
cwabadm@cabellwayne.org
Internet:
www.cabellwayne.org
Paul Slone, Executive Director
Jerry Crabtree, Guide Page Editor
Major funding provided by the
Teubert Foundation
here at CWAB!
The McClanahan Memorial
Concert held Friday, July 7th
was a very special evening. It
brought consumers together to
remember Sam McClanahan
and raise funds for our new
technology building. With proceeds from the auction and
concessions, we generated
nearly $1500 for the building
fund. Speaking of auctions we would like to express our
thanks to winners of our online EBay auction Brian
Carpenter of Simi Valley, CA
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who paid $10 for an autographed photo of American Ultimate
Fighting Champion Rich Franklin (photo donated by Juanita
Souder), and Robin Dixon of Gambrills, MD who paid $36 for a
personal phone call from Country Music artist Darryl Worley.
Ms. Dixon also received an autographed photo and tee-shirt.
Our gratitude to Ed Roberts of WQBE in Charleston, WV for his
assistance in arranging the call and other prizes. We would also
like to thank Kathy Vance of Port Charlotte, FL for her high bid
of $515 to receive a personal phone call from Country Music
artist Jeff Bates. This is the second year that Jeff has
offered a phone call on our behalf, and his participation was
very appreciated.
There were numerous businesses who donated goods and
services for our auction - dinners, movie passes, amusement
park admissions, and from Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
and Restaurant - a front porch rocker which sold for $100. A full
list will appear later in this issue.
We need to thank the McQuaid brothers - Carl and Mark,
and their musician friends for the evening’s entertainment.
Jessica George (the DAWG Jamboree) also made an appearance. In Jessica’s case, she persevered an early afternoon illness and trip to the ER just to be with us. “I really wanted to
sing for you,” she commented, “I don’t want to let you down
again.” Jessica was scheduled to be with us for last year’s concert but had to cancel due to a death in the family. She’s a real
trooper and we were fortunate she was able to sing for us.
Ohio University, Proctorville branch attended again this
year. They had a display booth and offered door prizes.
Stephan Harris and his team were well received.
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GUIDE PAGE MAGAZINE
Narrator of the Month
Craig McKee - News Anchor
WOWK-CBS-13
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Craig co-anchors “13 News This Morning” on WOWKCBS-13. He rejoined the 13 News team in December 2005
after working in Phoenix, Arizona as a Photojournalist
and News Helicopter Reporter, covering events such as
high-speed chases and warehouse fires, all while hovering over the scene. Craig worked as a reporter for 13
News from September of 2002 until August of 2005 and is
happy to be in West Virginia as he has family in both
Morgantown and Wheeling.
Craig spent nine years in the Air Force working as a
Broadcast Journalist. His job took him into international
conflicts and foreign diplomatic efforts in Kosovo,
Macedonia, and The Republic of Georgia to name a few.
In addition, he hosted a three-hour morning rock radio
show on the Armed Forces Network, waking up all of
southwest Germany.
McKee has always enjoyed broadcasting. Even as a
child he would record himself reading the newspaper and
pitch to himself to report the weather. He emphasizes
that the weather was reported in another voice to throw
off his audience (primarily the dog and cat).
People close to Craig are familiar with his great
sense of humor and ability to perform a number of character voices. He believes that humor is the best way to
get through life and that the old cliché, "laughter is the
best medicine" is the absolute truth.
He says West Virginia is an ideal place to raise his
three children. In his spare time he enjoys his family and
remodeling homes.
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DATE
TIME
August 4th
5 - 9 p.m.
August 2006
EVENT
Spaghetti Dinner/Gospel Sing
August 19th 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cruzin’ For Sight - Ceredo Plaza
Sept. 9th
9 a.m.
5K Run for Sight
Oct. 13th
11 a.m.
Walk-N-Roll on the plaza
Oct. 19th
6 to 8 p.m.
Oct. 27th
7 to 10 p.m.
Nov. 6th
6 - 8 p.m.
Dec. 2nd
Noon to 3 p.m.
Teubert Prep Halloween party
Adult consumer Halloween party
Volunteer Appreciation event
Annual Christmas dinner at Ona.
G ROUP
L EADER
M EETING D AY
M EETING T IME
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Juanita
Souder
1st & 3rd Thurs.
10 a.m. to Noon
Patty Aldridge 2nd & 4th Thurs.
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Working
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Diabetic
Kim Blake
1st & 3rd Tue.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Brenda Blake
2nd & 4th Tue.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
2nd & 4th Fri.
6 p.m. to 8 p.m
Third Thursday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Brooke Dowdy
Age 18-30
Parents
Mary Parsons
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(continued from page 5).
I would like to thank all the staff and volunteers for taking
the time to make the event happen, especially professional
audio engineer Jeff Bosley for sound recording, consumer
Joanna Holbrook for donating the food which was grilled, and
Eddy Adkins for assisting with the setup and tear-down of the
stage and sound equipment.
As you can see, it takes a large number of individuals to
offer their time and talents to make a successful event.
Everyone enjoyed themselves! Again, thank you!
We will be having a Gospel Sing and Spaghetti Dinner on
Friday, August 4th. The dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and the
singing will begin at 7 p.m. Cost is a mere $5.
Our other upcoming events will include a “Cruzin’ For
Sight” on Saturday, August 19th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
Ceredo Plaza. The event co-sponsored by Cabell-Wayne
Association of the Blind and Fire and Iron West Virginia Station
29 will bring vehicles of all types - 2 and 4-wheel - together for
competition and display. There will be entertainment and
prizes. Call the Services Division at 522-6991 for details.
Our fourth annual “5K Walk/Run For Sight” is set for
Saturday, September 9th at Ritter Park in Huntington.
Remember anyone can participate. Registration is at 8 a.m., the
walk/race begins at 9 a.m.
Plans are still moving forward on the shelter/stage with
restrooms to be constructed on our back property. I will keep
you posted.
Until next month .....
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Wall Hanging Donated
Donations to CWAB come in all shapes and sizes. Consumer Joyce
Smith’s mother, Georgia Morgan (from McDowell county West Virginia),
made and donated a religious quilted wall hanging.
This piece of artwork was given away by raffle during the memorial concert on Friday, July 7th. The item brought in $68 to the building
fund and visitor Alana McComas claimed the prize.
For information on any CWAB fund-raising event, feel free to contact the Services Division at 522-6991.
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August 2006
Teubert Prep Schedule
August 10
Noon
Cookout at
Ritter Park
September 21
6 to 8 p.m.
Parents group meet
at CWAB
Space Camp
in Alabama
September 23-29
October 19
November 16
December 14
6 to 8 p.m.
Halloween party at
CWAB
6 to 8 p.m.
Parents Support
Group meeting at
CWAB
6 to 8 p.m.
Christmas party and
cookie bake at
CWAB
W ednesday Activities Schedule
All at CWAB from 1 to 3 p.m.
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Crafts
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Crafts
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Bingo
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Crafts
September
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Crafts - Basket making
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Crafts - Basket making
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Bingo
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No crafts or Bingo
October
4
Crafts - Basket making
11
Crafts - Basket making
18
Bingo
25
No crafts or Bingo
November
1
Crafts
8
Crafts
15
Bingo
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No crafts or Bingo
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Crafts
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Consumer Interviews AFB
Executive
CWAB consumer Aaron
Preece recently interviewed an executive with
a national organization as
part of a summer internship program. Preece, a
soon-to-be Sophomore
a t Huntington High,
interviewed Carl Augusto,
CEO of the American
Foundation for the Blind
(AFB).
The interview, conducted with the assistance of
CWAB Media-Marketing
Manager Jerry Crabtree
was a part of a series of
success stories being
prepared for AFB’s Career
Connect website, focused
on Augusto’s personal
and professional background, disabilities, and
suggestions to encourage
the blind and visually impaired.
Preece’s duties as an intern with AFB include being part of a group
which is evaluating the Prodigy Blood Glucose Meter, a device specifically designed for diabetics who are blind or visually impaired.
For more information, visit the agency’s website at www.afb.org.
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An alternate form of transportation for CWAB consumers is
local taxi service. This method can provide close-to-immediate
transportation for times when CWAB’s regular transportation is
inconvenient or unavailable. Consumers are given an allotment of taxi “tickets” each year.
Consumers should be mindful of the expense of riding a
taxi. It is more costly than the TTA, and definitely more expensive than CWAB’s free transportation program.
When a consumer calls for a taxi, they should routinely ask
how much the trip will cost. When given information on
trip origin and destination the dispatcher will be able to tell you
t h e t r i p c o s t . K n o w i n g t h i s , y o u w i l l k n o w h o w many
tickets to bring with you and avoid giving away too many tickets or losing them.
If there are any problems using CWAB provided taxi tickets,
or if you have any questions, please call Paul Slone or Lori
Spears at 522-6991.
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McClanahan Memorial
Concert
Concert Offers Recreation and Fund-Raising
The third annual McClanahan Memorial concert fund-raiser was held
Friday, July 7th at CWAB’s Services Division office at 38 Washington
Avenue offering consumers and visitors the chance to gather for food,
entertainment, and an auction for the proposed new technology building. The McQuaid brothers and Jessica George provided entertainment. Representatives from Ohio University Proctorville campus were
on hand offering school information and giveaways.
Volunteer auctioneer Ray Spears hosted bidding for CD’s, photos,
stuffed animals, and merchandise packages from local businesses
which included a front porch rocker donated by Cracker Barrel. The
event raised nearly $1500 for the cause.
Bassist and vocalist,
Carl McQuaid.
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Jessica George
performs.
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The heat wave is settling in, and it doesn't appear to be going anywhere. So, it's a good time to talk about heat safety and experts say
some common sense can go a long way.
We're always told to drink plenty of liquids, and wear light-colored
clothing, but before you say "I've heard this before,” remember the
risks. As many as 400 people die every year from heat-related illnesses.
As the latest heat wave hovers over the region everybody's looking for ways to cool off, whether it be swimming, taking a water break,
or having some ice cream.
Lifeguard Tave Parker has not seen serious side-effects of heat
because relief is only a few feet away.
“You know, usually people are smart enough to get in when it gets
too hot for them," said Parker.
All in all, paramedic John Ransbottom says staying safe in the
summer is as simple as going back to the basics.
“If you can put something off until the heat passes, put it off,” said
Ransbottom. “If you can do it early in the morning or after the sun goes
down, do that if you can, and if you have to be out in the sun working
and there isn’t any way around it, try to drink as much fluids as possible, and start early, even before you get out there and start working.
Start drinking water and Gatorade."
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Of course, when we're out in the extreme heat, we perspire a lot,
and one danger sign is when you stop sweating. That is a sign from
your body that you may be having a heat stroke. That means your body
simply cannot handle the heat anymore, so you should call 911 immediately.
Paramedics say many people know the dangers associated with
heat but they're in denial that they'll be affected!
How to Prevent Heat Illness
* Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothes.
* Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a hat or using an
umbrella.
* Drink plenty of water before starting an outdoor activity.
Drink extra water all day. Drink less tea, coffee, cola and alcoholic beverages.
* Schedule vigorous outdoor activities for cooler times of the
day, before 10 a.m. and after 6 p.m.
* During an outdoor activity, take frequent breaks and drink
water or other fluids every 15 to 20 minutes, even if you don't
feel thirsty. If you have clear, pale urine, you are probably
drinking enough fluids.
* If you have a chronic medical problem, ask your doctor
about how to deal with the heat and about drinking extra fluids and about your medicines.
Warning Signs of Heat Illness
* Hot, dry skin, but not sweaty.
* Confusion or loss of consciousness.
* Frequent vomiting.
* Shortness of breath or trouble breathing.
Source: http://familydoctor.org/handouts/088.html (American Academy
of Family Physicians).
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What is dehydration?
* Dehydration can be a serious heat-related disease, as well
as being a dangerous side-effect of diarrhea, vomiting and
fever.
* Children and persons above the age of 60 are particularly
susceptible to dehydration.
Causes
* Under normal conditions, we all lose body water daily
through sweat, tears, urine and stool. In a healthy person, this
water is replaced by drinking fluids and eating foods that contain water.
* When a person becomes so sick with fever, diarrhea, or
vomiting or if an individual is overexposed to the sun, dehydration occurs.
* This is caused when the body loses water content and
essential body salts such as sodium, potassium, calcium
bicarbonate and phosphate.
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thirst
less-frequent urination
dry skin
fatigue
light-headedness
dizziness
confusion
dry mouth with mucous membrane
increased heart rate and breathing
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What is Heat Stroke?
* Heat stroke is the most severe form of heat illness and is a
life-threatening emergency.
* It is the result of long, extreme exposure to the sun, in which
a person does not sweat enough to lower body temperature.
* The elderly, infants, persons who work outdoors and those
on certain types of medications are most susceptible to heat
stroke.
Causes
* Our bodies produce a tremendous amount of internal heat
and we normally cool ourselves by sweating and radiating
heat through the skin.
* However, in certain circumstances, such as extreme heat,
high humidity or vigorous activity in the hot sun, this cooling
system may begin to fail, allowing heat to build up to dangerous levels.
* If a person becomes dehydrated and can not sweat enough
to cool their body, their internal temperature may rise to dangerously high levels, causing heat stroke.
Symptoms
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headache
dizziness
disorientation, agitation or confusion
sluggishness or fatigue
seizure
hot, dry skin that is flushed but not sweaty
a high body temperature
loss of consciousness
rapid heart beat
hallucinations
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Be Heat Smart
* Never leave anyone, including animals, in a closed, parked
vehicle during hot weather.
* Drink plenty of fluids, such as water and juices, and avoid
beverages, which contain alcohol, caffeine and large amounts
of sugar.
* Plan strenuous activities for early or late in the day when it
is cooler; then, gradually build tolerance for warmer conditions.
* Stay indoors and in an air-conditioned environment as much
as possible unless your heat tolerance is well-established. If
air-conditioning is not available, use fans to cool rooms and
pull shades over windows. Open windows on opposite sides
of a room for cross-ventilation.
* Eat more frequently, but make sure meals are well-balanced
and light.
* Consult with a physician to determine the effects of sun and
heat exposure while taking prescription medications such as
diuretics, antihistamines or mood-altering or antispasmodic
drugs.
* Remember that babies don't tolerate heat well because their
sweat glands are not fully developed. Avoid bundling babies
in heavy blankets or heavy clothing.
* Check frequently on ill or elderly friends or relatives who
may need your help.
* At first signs of heat illness (dizziness, nausea, headaches,
cramps), move to a cooler location, rest for a few minutes and
slowly drink a cool beverage. If conditions do not improve,
seek medical attention immediately.
* Don't forget to protect your skin by wearing sun block at all
times to minimize exposure to the sun's harmful rays.
Source: www.dimsionshealth.org contributed to this report
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So Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies
Submitted by Betty Bruce
You will need:
1 can Pillsbury Creamy Supreme Chocolate Fudge Frosting
1 cup of chunky peanut butter
1 egg
1 1/2 cup of Pillsbury Best All-Purpose flour
Sugar (granulated)
Heat over to 375 degrees. Lightly grease cookie sheet. (I use
the Reynolds “Release” non stick wrap on ungreased sheets.)
Reserve 1/3 cup of the frosting.
In large bowl, combine remaining frosting, peanut butter,
and egg. Blend well. Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup
and level off. By hand, stir in flour and shape dough into 1 inch
balls and place 2 inches apart on sheets. Flatten each to 2 inches in diameter with bottom of glass dipped in sugar. Bake at
375 for 7 minutes. DO NOT OVERBAKE. Cool 1 minute.
Remove from sheet. Cool completely. Lightly frost with
remaining frosting. Makes 4 dozen. Keep in cool place.
All donations to CWAB® are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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Your support is greatly appreciated.
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Control your assets after you are gone.
Please remember
Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind when you write your
will or would like to make other charitable gifts.
Contact Paul Slone, Executive Director at (304) 522-6991.
Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind
Services Division
38 Washington Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701
The Adaptive Technology department will conclude its Summer
Technology Seminars on August 28th from 1 tp 3 p.m.
.
The sign-up deadline for the class is the Monday prior to
the class date or August 21st.
Please call the Services Division office to sign up.
Adaptive
Technologist
Dianna Ward (right)
and Computer
Instructor
Kermit Nance (left)
demonstrate
software which
enables the visually
impaired to more
easily use
computers.
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They provide goods and services, and offer support for this
publication in some small way. If, in the course of your day,
you patronize one of our sponsors, please tell them you saw
their name mentioned in the GUIDE PAGE MAGAZINE,
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let them know how much you appreciate their support.
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Call 522-6991, ext. 15 for details!
PHOTO CREDITS
CWAB® building photo
digitally edited and provided
by Frank Stull.
Type Editor, Kermit Nance.
Some images from
“Holy Cow! 250,000 Graphics”
by Macmillan Digital
Publishing USA
Unless otherwise noted,
all material property of
CWAB®, Inc.;
reproduction in whole or
in part
without prior written
consent is prohibited.
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These Local merchants offered goods and services for the
CWAB auction on Friday, July 7th. Their participation was
greatly appreciated. The amount raised was nearly $1500.
THANK YOU!
Funny Bone Comedy Club
Marshall Hall Of Fame Cafe
Moe’s Southwest Grill
W est V irginia Bistro
Marquee Cinema
Max & Erma’s
Applebee’s
Greater Huntington Theatres
Cold S tone Creamery
Chili W illi’s
Cracker Barrel Old Country S tore
Camden Park
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CWAB® Executive Director, Paul Slone,
joins “Tri-State Today” each month for
d i s cussion, interviews and up-to-date
information about services
and activities from
Cabell-Wayne Association of the Blind.
T ri-State Today can be heard
W ednesday evenings at 7:30 on
107.9 WEMM-FM and
Thursday evenings at 7 p.m.
on WEMM-AM 1470.