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Through Our Eyes: Changing the Way the World Sees Blindness
“When I lost my sight, I thought my life was over. Alphapointe taught me that it is just beginning.” – McKenna Lewis. Someone once told me that if you break your leg and go to the hospital, there will be a plan in place for physical therapy and recovery before you leave your room. The…
Through Our Eyes: Finding Those Ready to Serve
No matter what a nonprofit’s mission may be, there’s always far more happening behind the curtain than most people ever see. And while having the right staff in place is essential, the men and women who freely give their time and energy – volunteers – are truly indispensable. They take on roles and responsibilities that…
Volunteer Spotlight: Patricia Lyons Cox
As part of the ongoing Volunteer Spotlight series, we checked in with volunteer Patricia Lyons Cox on why she chooses to donate her time and energy to Alphapointe. Q&A with Patricia Tell us about you… I call Kansas City my home and find great comfort being with family and friends. Kansas City has a long…
Sherma’s Journey
Oftentimes, the Alphapointe spotlight shines on a particular employee from one of our various departments in our New York Headquarters. Other times, it appears on one of the many individuals who receive services through our NYHQ Rehabilitation Department, including along their path to community-based employment. However, there are occasions where the spotlight must be spontaneous…
Through Our Eyes: Providing Options for those with Vision Loss
Q and A with Alphapointe Occupational Therapist, Shannon Fugate There comes a moment for adults dealing with vision loss when glasses, medication, or surgery no longer work. In that moment – when it feels like there is no place left to turn – the Alphapointe team can step in and help someone continue living independently…
Mission Moment: Macular Degeneration Can’t Stop Independence
Judy has age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Macular degeneration affects one’s central vision and causes “blind spots” that make it difficult to read, recognize faces and engage in many other activities. Judy began receiving training through Alphapointe’s Senior Adult Services Program earlier this summer. An individualized program was…
