Learn How to Teach VoiceOver with New OIB-TAC Course
Teaching iPhone for VoiceOver will focus on instructional aspects of teaching VoiceOver accessibility to individuals with vision loss who use an iPhone...
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Keep up with the current changes to RSA requirements, learn about newly released OIB-TAC courses, upcoming events, and find links to curated resources for older blind service providers. Information is shared through the Weekly Brief.
Recent News
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: December 1, 2023
Did you know that all OIB-TAC Webinars are available for on-demand viewing on our website and YouTube channel? Recent topics covered include fall prevention, providing group instruction, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and more!
OIB-TAC Now Offering Intake & Assessment Course for Vision Rehabilitation Professionals
Intake & Assessment: Setting the Stage for Success will review effective communication strategies for building rapport and gathering information needed to begin case planning and services...
Learn How to Teach VoiceOver with New OIB-TAC Course
VoiceOver on the iPhone: Where Do I Start? will focus on instructional aspects of teaching VoiceOver accessibility to individuals with vision loss who use an iPhone...
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: November 16, 2023
OIB-TAC is pleased to announce the launch of a new continuing education course titled VoiceOver on the iPhone: Where Do I Start? This course is directed to professionals teaching VoiceOver accessibility features of the iPhone.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: November 9, 2023
An article by Polly Abbott, an Older Blind Specialist with OIB-TAC, was just published in the American Society on Aging’s Generations Now series. Titled The Connection Between Health and Vision Impairment, Polly shares information on...
New Course from OIB-TAC: Care for Occupational Therapy Patients with Low Vision
This course reviews key topics for occupational therapists new to interacting with patients experiencing blindness or low vision. Topics covered include the anatomy of the eye, common eye conditions, and more...
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: November 2, 2023
Did you know eye strain can occur after only two hours at a computer and injuries to eyes can occur at any age? Join us on Friday, November 17, at 2:00 PM Central for our next webinar titled Protecting Eyes From Strain and Injury!
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: October 26, 2023
Did you know eye strain can occur after only two hours at a computer and injuries to eyes can occur at any age? Join OIB-TAC on Friday, November 17, at 2:00 PM Central for our next webinar to learn more about protecting your eyes from strain and injury.
OIB-TAC Releases New Course for Social Workers
This one-credit self-paced video/recorded training course will familiarize these professionals who are new to interacting with older adults experiencing vision impairment or blindness with strategies and techniques...
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: October 19, 2023
Our OIB-TAC webinar is this week! Join us as Kendra Farrow talks about putting adult learning theory into practice.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: October 12, 2023
Check out the new resources on the OIB-TAC website to assist each state's OIB program in improving the quality of program administration.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: October 5, 2023
Join OIB-TAC on Friday, October 20th, at 2:00 PM Central for our next webinar titled Putting Adult Learning Theory into Practice!
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: September 28, 2023
OIB-TAC conducts an annual satisfaction survey to gather feedback from those engaging with our resources (including the Weekly Brief), training, and technical assistance activities. Your input is valuable...
OIB-TAC Holds Year 3 Advisory Council Meeting, Highlights Growth and Plans for Year 4
The Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC) recently held its Year 3 Advisory Council meeting...
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: September 21, 2023
September 18-22 is Falls Prevention Awareness Week, and the National Council on Aging has published a Falls Prevention Toolkit to help professionals and organizations take practical steps to prevent falls for older adults.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: September 14, 2023
We are excited to share that the OIB-TAC team is currently hosting the OIB-TAC Advisory Council for an in-person meeting at our partner agency, Hadley, in Winnetka, IL.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: September 7, 2023
If you’re looking for information on falls prevention for older adults, look no further than OIB-TAC's upcoming webinar!
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: August 31, 2023
OIB-TAC is excited to share an upcoming webinar titled Making a Difference: Social Isolation, Vision, Hearing, and Falls Prevention!
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: August 24, 2023
Last week, Polly Abbott, Older Blind Specialist at OIB-TAC, presented key strategies and considerations for group instruction in vision rehabilitation.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: August 17, 2023
Join us tomorrow (Friday, August 18th) at 2:00 PM Central, for OIB-TAC’s August Webinar, titled Mastering the Art of Group Instruction.
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: August 10, 2023
Don't miss out on OIB-TAC's upcoming webinar, Mastering the Art of Group Instruction, taking place on Friday, August 18 at 2:00 PM Central. Join us for valuable insights!
OIB-TAC Weekly Brief: August 3, 2023
Join us on Friday, August 18, at 2:00 PM Central for OIB-TAC’s next webinar on Mastering the Art of Group Instruction...
OIB-TAC Attends 2023 USAging Conference
Program Director Kendra Farrow and Older Blind Specialist Polly Abbott represented the NRTC and the Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC)...
OIB-TAC Recently Completed Site Visits as part of Intensive Technical Assistance
OIB-TAC provides intensive technical assistance to three state agencies each year for the Older Individuals who are Blind (OIB) program...
OIB-TAC held Best Practice in Administration of OIB Programs Refresh
The Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC) recently held a meeting to update its Best Practice in Administration of OIB Programs document. The meeting occurred in Sacramento, CA, on May 3-4, 2023.
OIB-TAC hosts 2023 OIB Program Managers Conference
The Older Individuals who are Blind (OIB) Technical Assistance Center hosted its annual OIB Program Manager’s Conference on March 14-13 in Savannah, Georgia. The conference theme was Optimizing Services with an Eye for Consistency.
OIB-TAC Unveils Updated Website
The Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC) is excited to share its updated and redesigned website! This website, www.oib-tac.org, includes sections for technical assistance, continuing education, resources, and more.
February Webinar: Fall in Love with OIB-TAC Resources
Like the perfect partner, OIB-TAC aims to be your best match for resources to meet your needs. With a fresh new look, our vibrant, sleeker website and array of helpful resources are here to enhance your knowledge and quality of work.
Time To Be Bold Digital Marketing Campaign
OIB-TAC has launched a digital marketing campaign to raise awareness of Time To Be Bold!
OIB-TAC Releases New Courses
The OIB-TAC has several new courses available for continuing education credit related to mentoring, facilitating family support, transportation, and more!
OIB-TAC Attends VisionServe Alliance’s 2022 Executive Leadership Conference
Kendra Farrow and Polly Abbott with the Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC) represented the NRTC and OIB-TAC at the VisionServe Alliance Executive Leadership Conference on April 3-6 in Tampa, Florida.
New Course: Braille: What It Is, and Why It Is Important
Have you ever wondered how relevant braille is in today’s world? Does it make a difference for individuals who use it?
OIB-TAC hosts OIB Program Managers Conference
The Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center (OIB-TAC) hosted an OIB Program Manager’s Conference on May 11-12 in Denver, Colorado.