[nfbwatlk] Fw: Fwd: New Guide Dog Course

[Jedi]

You know, that's actually quite helpful. I've thought about getting a dog in
the past, so I am glad this is here. If only there was something similar
about cane use for people thinking about using one. There's a course that
talks about overall travel techniques, but none so specific. Actually, I
find Care and feeding of the Long White Cane to be the best resource.

Respectfully Submitted

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Subject: [nfbwatlk] Fw: Fwd: New Guide Dog Course

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From: David Andrews
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Subject: [Nyagdu] Fwd: New Guide Dog Course



>
> >>> "The Hadley School for the Blind" <MailingList at hadley.edu>
>11/6/2007 2:21:52 PM >>>
>
>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
>November 6, 2007
>
>CONTACT: Student Services
>The Hadley School for the Blind
>Phone: 800.526.9909 or 847.446.8111
>Fax: 847.446-0855
>Email: student_services at hadley.edu
>
>Life With a Guide Dog?
>
>What is life like with a guide dog? The Hadley School for the
>Blind's new story-based distance education course "Guide Dogs" can
>help by giving you important information about guide dogs and their
>handlers. If you are blind or visually impaired, or if you are
>living or working with individuals who are considering a guide dog,
>this course will provide insight into the decision-making process as
>you learn about the guide dog lifestyle.
>
>"Guide Dogs" includes five lessons and supplemental information.
>Using fictional characters, the course discusses the guide dog
>lifestyle, dispelling some common misconceptions, and describing the
>successful guide dog and its training. The course also offers
>information about applying to guide dog schools, examines the
>relationship between the handler and the dog and explores daily life
>with a guide dog. The appendix has a self-assessment to help a
>person in the decision-making process. Note: This course is not
>intended as a training course for guide dog use.
>
>"By entering the lives of the fictional characters in this course,
>you gain important information about having a guide dog. The
>information can help you weigh the benefits of such a companion and
>make the right decision for you," says instructor Patti Jacobson,
>who has had her current guide dog, Chrissi, since 2004.
>
>Students in Hadley's High School, Adult Continuing Education and
>Family Education programs may take the course now at no charge.
>Professionals may enroll in this course online through The Hadley
>School for Professional Studies (www.hadley.edu/hsps) at a tuition
>of $99 (U.S. funds only), beginning in January 2008.
>
>For questions about this course or to enroll, call Student Services
>at 800-526-9909.
>
>This course was made possible through the support of Fidelco Guide
>Dog Foundation, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Guide Dogs for
>the Blind, Guide Dogs of America, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Leader
>Dogs for the Blind and The Seeing Eye.
>
>Founded in 1920, The Hadley School for the Blind is the single
>largest, worldwide distance educator of persons who are visually
>impaired. Hadley offers over 100 tuition-free courses to eligible
>students. The school's 10,000 annual enrollments are from all
>corners of the United States and more than 100 countries. Courses
>are available to students who are visually impaired, family members,
>and professionals. Visit us on the Web at www.hadley.edu.
>
>###

David Andrews and white cane Harry.


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