VISIONS 2020 Presentation: Independent Living for Blind Seniors

The Independent Living (IL) Program of Michigan's Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) is a federal-state partnership providing services to Michigan residents age 55 and older who are visually impaired. Program participants are individuals whose severe visual impairment requires services that allow the participant to maintain their independence in their home.

Join BSBP staff for an overview of this program, including eligibility requirements, what to expect once you’re involved, and to hear about the success others have experienced by participating.

Experts in Arthritis with the United States Bone and Joint Initiative on AADL.TV

Join experts from the United States Bone and Joint initiative to learn:

  • how to manage arthritis by understanding the nature and progression of arthritis
  • how to reduce pain while remaining active
  • effective physical, mental, and emotional coping strategies
  • confidence in the ability to live an active independent life

This video premieres on AADL.TV.

What is Racial Trauma? | Panel Discussion on AADL.TV

Join panelists Marna Clowney-Robinson, Raina LaGrand, Micah Saniyah, and Lauren Tatarsky for an in-depth discussion on racial trauma. Learn about racial and generational trauma, its impacts on Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, and steps that can be taken towards building a more anti-racist society.

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Bright Nights Community Forum | Working Through COVID-19: Stress, Wellbeing, and Support on AADL.TV

The COVID-19 pandemic has created an enormous disruption, uncertainty, and stress in our everyday lives. Attendees will hear from Kelcey Stratton, PhD, from the Michigan Medicine Office of Workplace Resilience and Michelle B. Riba, MD, MS, from Michigan Workplace Mental Health Solutions at the University of Michigan Depression Center, on how to adapt to new mental health challenges in the workplace (and at home).