20260728 1400 Turning Diabetes Stigma into Strength Originally Aired on ACB Media Shae Puckett of the diaTribe Foundation described work to build a world in which people with diabetes were treated with dignity, curiosity rather than judgment, and compassion. The presentation explored how stigma could cause isolation and misunderstanding. Examples included assumptions that people had … Read more
20260727 1800 Health, Knowledge, Accessibility and Empowerment; Navigating HIV Awareness with Confidence Originally Aired on ACB Media The session provided an informative setting for HIV awareness, sexual and reproductive health, accessibility, and personal empowerment. Science-based information addressed stigma, confidence, and informed health decisions. Tia Irish of Pozitive EyE’s and Alecia Tramel-McIntyre of Positive People Network … Read more
20260727 1400 What Is Late and Great in Managing Type I and Type II Diabetes Originally Aired on ACB Media Cleveland-area diabetes professionals discussed recent changes and recommendations for managing Type I and Type II diabetes. The session offered information to support disease management with confidence and independence. Facilitator: Tom Tobin, ACBDA member, Cleveland Heights, … Read more
20260727 0800 ACB Families Breakfast: Feel Better 20260727 0800 ACB Families Breakfast: Feel Better with Energy Medicine Originally Aired on ACB Media Debbie Hazelton explored ways to feel better alongside or beyond prescription medicines, including hands-on or hands-above-the-body approaches, emotional freedom technique, Bach flower remedies, homeopathy, and other forms of energy medicine. She drew on … Read more
20260726 1800 Becoming WELL: What We Can Do to Help Build Each Other Up in Life and Community Originally Aired on ACB Media Participants explored WELL—wisdom, encouragement, listening, and learning—as a guide to supporting one another during demanding days and personal challenges. They discussed practical ways to lead with wisdom, encourage others, listen attentively, and … Read more
20260726 1600 What Does the New Era Mean for Rehabilitation – A Rehab Task Force Discussion Originally Aired on ACB Media The Rehab Issues Task Force examined questions about whether the Rehabilitation Services Administration had moved to the Department of Labor, whether the Older Independent Blind Program had moved with it, and what these changes … Read more
20260726 1400 AAVL Fall Prevention Stand Tall Stay Safe Originally Aired on ACB Media Larry Johnson, who had presented fall-prevention workshops lasting from one hour to eight weeks, and Doug Powell, a Tai Chi teacher with more than 20 years of experience, shared ways to improve the home environment and exercises to improve balance. They … Read more
20260725 1600 I Didn’t See This Coming Originally Aired on ACB Media Four individuals described overcoming unexpected circumstances while coping with vision loss. The session addressed resilience, courage, and new ways of thinking in response to life’s challenges.
20260724 1800 Strong Minds, Safer Lives – Mental Health and Self-Defense Fundamentals 2 Originally Aired on ACB Media Building on the virtual fundamentals session, participants practiced self-defense skills through guided, interactive exercises. Activities addressed awareness, reaction time, personal boundaries, and assertive communication in difficult situations. The hands-on session emphasized empowerment, safety planning, realistic strategies for … Read more
20260718 1230 Strong Minds, Safer Lives – Mental Health and Self-Defense Fundamentals 1 Originally Aired on ACB Media Amy Wilson led a virtual session connecting mental well-being and personal safety. The first half addressed managing fear, setting boundaries, and developing assertiveness to support emotional resilience. The second introduced self-defense fundamentals, including awareness, prevention, and simple … Read more