A new year brings changes to the Council’s Board of Directors both in membership and leadership. Board Chair Nick Sinram of Milwaukee remains at the helm. Nick says the transition of new officers creates opportunities for individual members and the board at large. He is also respectful of the extra demands that come with members… Continue Reading New Year Brings Changes to the Board of Directors
The end of 2023 brings to a close the tenures of three valued members of the Council Board of Directors: Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen. Each member devoted time and energy to governance and oversight of our organization and were dedicated champions for the interests of people with vision loss in Wisconsin. Chuck… Continue Reading Thank You to Outgoing Board Members Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen!
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel Pavone’s tenure with the Council lasted only for about a year and a half, but her contributions during that time have been many. And now Rachel is in a new transition. In November, Rachel decided to leave the Council for personal reasons. We were sad to say goodbye. Rachel, known… Continue Reading Council Bids a Fond Farewell to Rachel Pavone
Patty Slaby of Arcadia has found many benefits to living and working with her guide dog, Carter. “Walking in and out of medical facilities, church, stores, businesses and just taking walks,” Patty says. But the partnership demands that both participants stay focused and play by the rules. “You must be aware of what your dog… Continue Reading Guide Dogs: A Relationship Built on Love, Trust and Discipline
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A new year brings changes to the Council’s Board of Directors both in membership and leadership. Board Chair Nick Sinram of Milwaukee remains at the helm. Nick says the transition of new officers creates opportunities for individual members and the board at large. He is also respectful of the extra demands that come with members… Continue Reading New Year Brings Changes to the Board of Directors
The end of 2023 brings to a close the tenures of three valued members of the Council Board of Directors: Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen. Each member devoted time and energy to governance and oversight of our organization and were dedicated champions for the interests of people with vision loss in Wisconsin. Chuck… Continue Reading Thank You to Outgoing Board Members Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen!
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel Pavone’s tenure with the Council lasted only for about a year and a half, but her contributions during that time have been many. And now Rachel is in a new transition. In November, Rachel decided to leave the Council for personal reasons. We were sad to say goodbye. Rachel, known… Continue Reading Council Bids a Fond Farewell to Rachel Pavone
Patty Slaby of Arcadia has found many benefits to living and working with her guide dog, Carter. “Walking in and out of medical facilities, church, stores, businesses and just taking walks,” Patty says. But the partnership demands that both participants stay focused and play by the rules. “You must be aware of what your dog… Continue Reading Guide Dogs: A Relationship Built on Love, Trust and Discipline
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