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Chris Peterson
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Wednesday Workshop: Declaring Your Financial Independence
What does it mean to declare your independence—from debt, financial uncertainty, or reliance on others? In this interactive session, we’ll explore the first steps in gaining control over your money.
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Wednesday Workshop: Helen Keller Day: Advocacy and Earning—Following in Her Footsteps
As temperatures rise, so do utility bills—but they don’t have to. Learn how to lower summer energy costs with accessible strategies for blind and low vision homeowners and renters. From smart thermostats and blackout curtains to energy assistance programs, we’ll help you stay comfortable and save money all summer long.
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Wednesday Workshop: Beat the Heat: Summer Energy Savings You Can See
As temperatures rise, so do utility bills—but they don’t have to. Learn how to lower summer energy costs with accessible strategies for blind and low vision homeowners and renters. From smart thermostats and blackout curtains to energy assistance programs, we’ll help you stay comfortable and save money all summer long.
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We Can’t Help Everyone (Yet)
A lot of people come to me for advice. Some of them take it. They recognize that I’m not perfect—just a guy doing my best to share what I’ve learned. They understand that success takes a combination of preparation, persistence, and luck. They know that even failure is just part of the learning curve. Others…
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Wednesday Workshop: Curb Appeal with Confidence: Home Exterior Maintenance Tips
The sun is shining—what better time to show your home a little love? In this workshop, we’ll explore seasonal home maintenance tasks for homeowners and future homeowners who are blind or have low vision. Learn how to tackle everything from mowing the lawn to inspecting gutters using accessible tools, techniques, and safety tips.
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Telling Your Story the Right Way: Standing Out Without Selling Out
As blind people, we often face a frustrating double-bind: We’re constantly asked to talk about our blindness—even when we’d rather focus on the things that matter to us, like our skills, our interests, or our work. At the same time, we feel the burden of having to educate every person we meet. It’s exhausting, and…
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Wednesday Workshop: Planes, Trains, and Canes: Budgeting and Planning for an Accessible Summer Getaway
Summer is calling! Whether you’re dreaming of a beach, a national park, or a visit to family, we’ll help you plan a vacation that fits your needs and your budget. Learn how to find travel deals, use accessible planning tools, and prepare for smooth, low-stress travel as a blind or low vision explorer.
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Wednesday Workshop: Saving for the Future with 529 and ABLE Accounts
May 29 is National 529 Day—and we’re celebrating by talking about two powerful savings tools: 529 Education Savings Accounts and ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Accounts. These accounts can help you save for school, vocational training, and disability-related expenses without losing access to important benefits like SSI and Medicaid. We’ll explain the similarities, the…
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Podcast: New and Affordable Tech at CSUN with Unmute and Chicago Lighthouse
Liz Bottner leads this panel discussion on the most exciting, and affordable, technology the participants saw at the 2025 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference. Penny Forward Links Explore the Penny Forward My Tools for Living Shop pennyforward.compennyforward@pennyforward.com Clubhouse House Facebook Youtube Get our app, guest membership is free! IOS/AppleGooglePlay Post Production help provided by Brynn Lowden…
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Wednesday Workshop: Financial Freedom for Blind Veterans and Their Families
In honor of Memorial Day, we’re focusing this week’s workshop on the unique financial challenges—and opportunities—facing blind veterans and their families. We’ll cover benefits available through the VA, strategies for navigating government programs, and tools that support long-term financial independence. Whether you’re a veteran yourself or care about someone who is, this session will equip…