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		3195 South Superior Street Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 414-481-7477 Voice/TTY 414-481-7481 FAX E-mail: info@deaf-blind.org Website: www.deaf-blind.org
Skip Navigation About Us Rehabilitation Training Services Other Direct Services Services to Families Services to the Community Resources Information Referral Events Contact Us Staff E-mail Make a Donation	Page text Older Adult Series The Older Adult Series is a four-week informational program directed toward senior citizens. The Center’s experts bring the program to independent living retirement communities, senior citizens’ groups, or churches. These interactive presentations cover: · Hearing Loss – Facts and myths on hearing loss, hearing aids, assistive listening devices, medical care, and Wisconsin’s free telephone equipment program · Vision Loss – Information on eye diseases and treatment, adaptive aids, and safe travel skills · Coping Strategies – Strategies for living with vision and hearing loss, planning for the future, and finding the support and resources to meet physical and emotional needs · Adaptations for Independent Living/Alternative Communication – Information and hands-on demonstrations of adaptive devices/technology and specialized procedures for effective communication, safe mobility, and day-to-day management of person and home (Topic areas are not presented in a specific order to facilitate scheduling of staff and special presenters). If you would like more information on the Older Adult Series, please e-mail Paulette Bartelt or call 414-481-7477. Return to Top Go to Navigation Home Page