Category Archives: Positive Futures

Positive Futures: Nora Duncan, AARP- CT

Photo of Nora Duncan, State Director of AARP Connecticu
Nora Duncan, State Director of AARP CT

Nora Duncan, State Director of AARP CT, called into the show to talk about an upcoming AARP event and other services offered by AARP.  Many of AARP's events are free and do not require membership.

Here are some links to information discussed on the show:

  • AARP Connecticut: for local information and to join
  • Looking to volunteer: Elaine (860) 548-3168

 

Positive Futures: Jeannette Rodriguez Perez

Board of Education and Services for the Blind
Board of Education and Services for the Blind

Jeannette Rodriguez-Perez is a vocational rehabilitation counselor at the Board of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB). Today Jeannette reviews the range of employment services that BESB offers to people who are blind throughout the state of CT.

The Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB), within the Department of Rehabilitation Services provides resources, comprehensive low vision services, specialized education services, life skills training, case management, and vocational services to individuals of all ages who are legally blind and to children who are visually impaired.

For more information about BESB, follow the links below: