TheIrisNetwork

Established in 1905, a Maine non-profit helping people with vision impairment or blindness attain independence and community integration.

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Our offices are closed today. Regular office hours will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, April 16 at 8:00 AM.

#OfficeClosed #OfficeHours #BusinessHours

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Check out this article from NASA about eye safety during Monday's Eclipse! #NASA #EclipseSafety #EyeSafety #SolarEclipse
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Check out the latest update from the Pine Tree Guide Dog Users.

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Client homes are often outfitted with bump dots that label important items. These dots provide tactile contrast, allowing for easier access to appliances such as stoves, microwaves, and washing machines.

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🌟🎓Dylan has successfully graduated from The Iris Network Rehabilitation Center program! 🎉 Let's all cheer for Dylan who embarks on an exciting new chapter in life, ready to conquer the world with newfound skills and unstoppable courage! 🚀🌈 #VisionWithNoLimits #VisionRehab

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The Low-Income Fund for Tools (LIFT) program has received a generous grant of $5,000 from @bangorsavings. With this support, our mission to assist those in need has been further strengthened. We cannot express our gratitude enough. #CommunityMatters #VisionWitNoLimits

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#VisionWithNoLimits #WomensHistoryMonth

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Check out this month's @HadleyHelps discussion groups.
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#VisionImpairment #GroupGathering #BlindCommunity #SupportNetwork #Empowerment #CommunityChat #LearningTogether #HadleyDiscussion #MonthlyGroups #AccessibleLearning

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Check out what is new with our friends from the Pine Tree Guide Dog Users!
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#AI has gained global attention. Some companies use it for the greater good. @BeMyEyes an app linking users to live volunteers for help with daily activities has an AI component enabling accurate descriptions of images and scenes boosting #accessibility and #CommunityInclusion.

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#EmployeeAppreciationDay We are honored to employ staff with a vast array of talents and titles across Maine. From community workers to those who work at our campus, we recognize and appreciate all of the work and effort you put in today and every day! #Appreciation #Community

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Have you ever experienced anxiety or stress at a restaurant because you couldn't read the menu? To alleviate this problem for people with blindness, providing large print, braille, and online accessible formats offers stress-free experiences.#accessibility #foodie #blindness

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Freddie Peaco dedicated herself to the Library of Congress' National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. She aimed to make accessible materials for Americans with vision impairment and promote equal education opportunities for all. #BlackHistoryMonth

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Numerous smart TVs & streaming devices have built-in screen readers & voice activation, enhancing accessibility. Amazon Firestick, responds to spoken commands and has a screen reader for audio feedback during navigation. #accessibility #amazon #technology #inclusive

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Happy Presidents Day! Did you know there have been Presidents in U.S. history who have experienced blindness? Woodrow Wilson experienced a retinal hemorrhage nearly seven years before taking office! His vision improved slightly before but never returned fully. #PresidentsDay

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This #ValentinesDay, show #love not only to your dear ones but also to those who could use your support. In our mission to provide services to people with #VisionImpairment or #blindness, every donation, large or small, counts. Click the link to donate: https://t.co/So336pT8Qu

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Did you watch the Super Bowl last night? If you missed it, you also missed this cool commercial about the Google Pixel 8 and how Pixel's Guided Frame helps persons with blindness or low vision. #inclusivity #VisionWithNoLimits
https://t.co/shyOxe0aPf via @usatoday

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At our assisted living facility, as well as with clients participating in our dorm program, we provide an on-campus gym to encourage physical activity. 💪🏃‍♀️🏋️🏋️‍♀️🏃

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It's #GroundhogDay! While we celebrate Punxsutawney Phil's prediction based on his shadow, let's reflect on the reality of vision impairment. Today serves as a reminder to appreciate our sight, raise awareness for eye health, and support those facing #VisionImpairment. 🕶🌼

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📚🌹February is National Library Lovers Month! 📚❤ Here at The Iris Network, we're especially appreciative of the @MaineStLibrary resources for individuals with blindness. Explore the wonderful resources offered by the Maine State Library. 🎉💖 https://t.co/TEnEU9HMkT