Re: Sound, sounds and resounding sonification
Re: Sound, sounds and resounding sonification I think what we are looking for would be something that when she presses a letter would either say the letter name, or play a sound and also pop up a graphic that matches. Examples. A, apple, airplane, astronaut. B, banana, banjo. C Cow, corn, cat. etc. numbers would say the number and show it on screen. control keys or other random keys might just play random sound effects with friendly graphics. I hope this makes sense? This way she can learn while playing. I realize toys exist, but she doesn't want toys, because she realizes they aren't real. She wants to use the computer like we do. If someone could put something like this together rather easily, Sofia would be ever so greatful. I believe Lisa and Lily might like it too. 1 note, if possible make sure none of the graphics flash. Sofia has seizures and we wouldn't want to trigger those. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. This community has been so kind words can not describe the feelings of greatfulness and joy we feel, knowing people care. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/586068/#p586068 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring!
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring! The truth is 6 people have resigned including myself and Nocturnus. We wish Commtech no ill will, and it is up to you if you continue your dealings with them. Anyone is free to contact us privately. Again, no ill will is meant by us. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/560496/#p560496 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
1 Day Flash Sale at Commtech USA!
1 Day Flash Sale at Commtech USA! Until 11:59 PM PST tonight all Commtech USA's courses are 40% off and all our subscriptions are 50% off!Call or visit the website today, don't delay!Click here to visit us today!+1(833) 345-8324 Ext. 701 URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/559171/#p559171 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Check out Commtech USA's August Sale!
Check out Commtech USA's August Sale! Come check out our course (20% off) and subscription (30% off) sale offerings at Commtech USA!Audio version here, text below.Do you have an iPhone? Perhaps you just bought a new computer, a new apple watch, or maybe you want to learn a new skill or software! Commtech USA has 8 courses for you to enjoy, and there is more to come!Looking at buyhing a new desktop? Our Windows basics course showcases Windows narator, a useful screen reader packaged with all versions of windows, but notably more accessible in windows 10! This course takes you from narator initialization onto navigating the desktop and start menu, using edge, mail, calendar, and people. Whether you are a seasoned computer user or are turning your computer on for the first time, this course has something for everyone!Are you a fan of file sharing and colaboration? Let us introduce you to our Dropbox 101 course. This course will teach you how to download and configure the desktop dropbox client, explore the toolbar, create files and folders, save files to dropbox, share files and folders with others, and overall present you with the functionality you'll need to get started! Dropbox is used by many individuals and businesses across the world. Having the knowledge to use this powerful tool will give you a skill that you can carry even into employment. Have you ever wanted to talk to more than one person and do it quickly and efficiently? Try our Google Meet course, which will guide you step by step on using this popular conferencing system designed by a reputable company, from a BVI perspective, using assistive technology!And while we're on the subject of meeting up with people around you, why not tackle our social media course? If you need an accessible take on Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram, you'll be glad to have made this purchase, which will doubtless bring you closer to your current connections, engage new one's and help you obtain information important to you!Not a windows user? We also have our iOS Basics course. This course leads you through turning on voiceover, configuring voiceover settings, gestures such as the roter, different typing modes, braille screen input, the app switcher, and more. Come check it out and learn or rediscover iOS and the functionality it offers!Did you know you can read your own mail and other physical documents? Want to try it out? Our course on KNFB Reader is just for you! This course explains in depth how to set up and use the KNFB reader app on an iPhone, how to use the app to obtain information about any printed material you may need to read, how best to hold the phone in order to achieve good results and other things to keep in mind while using the app! Never miss an important letter again; let Commtech USA help you read with ease!Time is of the essence today and we all know that. Let us help you save some with our Apple watch course. From setting up and paring an Apple watch to configuration of faces and apps used by Commtech staff, this course teaches you all you'll need to know about your new apple watch.And finally, if you've ever wanted to get an idea off the ground but struggled with setting up a site to give it that extra push into the commercial market, our Website 101 course will help you along the way! From learning what to look for in a hosting provider, to acquiring a Domain through a registrar, to setting up an FTP client and managing dns settings, we're confident you will find this course invaluable and packed full of useful insight. Establish your internet presence!Tought for the blind and visually impaired by the blind and visually impaired Commtech USA's courses offer you the knowledge and skills to do the things you need to do at an affordable price. For information on any of these 8 courses or to keep up with our course offerings as we are releasing new courses every day, please visit us today!Additionally, check out our subscriptions. For a limited time all subscriptions are 30% off!If you make a purchase based on this ad, please let me know!Click here to visit Commtech USAAlternatively, call 1 (833) 345-8324 and our staff will be happy to speak to you on obtaining any assistance you may need.Note we also offer several hardware products to meet your needs.As a bonus, several members of this forum already work for Commtech USA! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/558334/#p558334 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Commtech USA now offering technical support, training and more!
Re: Commtech USA now offering technical support, training and more! All our self paced courses are online. Each module is around 10 minutes long, and all courses are at least 3 modules long, most are more. All our services are paid for by individuals like yourself or by VR agencies. As for obtaining assistive technology, we have some products in our store, and if we do not have what you need listed you can fill out the custom product request form. Again these things are paid for by individuals or VR agencies.I hope this helps.http://commtechusa.com/store/ URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/553126/#p553126 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring!
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring! @ post 13No deadline at all. We will always be hiring course creators.Jessica MelchorManager of Customer Service and SalesCommtech USA URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550942/#p550942 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring!
Re: Commtech USA is now hiring! @post 7Courses can be about any subject of your choice as long as the course is made accessible. Generally our courses follow the following format.A written introductionn.Summarize what the student will learn in the course.An audio or video recording for each module that is as near to 10 minutes in length as you can make it.Written summaries of all modulesSummarize what you covered in the video or audio recording.A quiz for each module with 5 to 10 questions and 4 multiple choice answers per question along with the answer keys.Ask questions to make sure the student learned the material you were presenting.At least 3 modules, more are fine.@post 8The work is not hourly, no. At times we do hire assistive technology trainers and those are hourly positions. You may address your cover letter to Commtech USA Staff, Human Resources, or a generic Sir/Madam is fine.@post 9This company is not our company, though we are both part of the management team. Thus why we are taking it upon ourselves to reach out to the community to offer this oppurtunity to others.@post 10Yes we have advertized on Blind Bargains, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and other platforms. Our goal is to reach and help as many people as possible. Feel free to ask any further questions. If you send in an application for course creation or sales, it will be reviewed promptly and we will be in touch. Our process is fairly simple. Once your application is received we will review it. We will then make contact with you via phone or Email. At this time we will discuss what your first course will be if you are going for course creation. At this time you will then begin creating your course. Once complete you will zip it up and Email a link to the manager of training and course creation at which time we will review it. If it meets the necessary requirements, we will put it through post production editing for spelling, grammar, and audio quality and then discuss pricing with you. After that we will import it into our learning management system, set the price we agreed to, and onboard you as a course creator. What this means is you will be given an Email address, phone extention, and set up on the payroll to get paid.I hope this clarifys for anyone interested.Jessica MelchorManager of Customer Service and SalesCommtech USAhttp://www.commtechusa.net URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550588/#p550588 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Commtech USA iPhone, iPad, and Mac App now available!
Commtech USA iPhone, iPad, and Mac App now available! Commtech USA was first to offer affordable assistive technology training and support to consumers in 2008. We were first to give subscriptions for such training and tech support in 2012. We were first to provide an online self-paced training alternative in 2020.And now, we are the first to give you an app that joins all of these into a convenient experience! Get everything you need when you need it at the push of a button! Want to keep up with Commtech and what we're up to? No problem! Do you want an easy way to manage your training on the go? We have you covered! If you're an iPhone, iPad or Mac user you can enjoy all of these benefits and more right now! Download our app for free and see it all for yourself!https://commtechusa.net/app/(833) 345-8324https://apps.apple.com/us/app/commtech-usa/id1513755325 URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550494/#p550494 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Commtech USA is now hiring!
Commtech USA is now hiring! Commtech USA is currently hiring for the following positions.Course creatorAs a course creator your job is to create courses that are related to blindness or visual impairment in some way. We are open to courses on just about anything as long as you make your material accessible.SalesAs a sales team member your job is to promote Commtech USA in any way you see fit.Both positions are comissions based.For more details please visithttps://commtechusa.net/job-openings/ URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550492/#p550492 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Commtech USA now offering technical support, training and more!
Commtech USA now offering technical support, training and more! "Commtech USA is now offering high quality adaptive technology training and technical support services. We can also assist you in choosing and obtaining adaptive technology to best meet your needs. Regardless where you are, Comtech USA aims to get you where you want to be.Additionally, our tech support and training team is ready to answer any questions you may have concerning your technology. We can handel any device with any issue. We have prices ranging from a 1 time support call or training session to a yearly membership. Whatever your case, Comtech USA has you covered! Give us a call today, or visit our website for more information.Jessica MelchorManager of Customer Service and Sales http://Www.commtechusa.net (833) 345-8324 Ext. 701 URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/550491/#p550491 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: buying a new computer soon, suggestions
Re: buying a new computer soon, suggestions @4We're updating the website to add in additional functionality, that's probably why.You can find us on facebook at Commtech LLC or give us a call for any questions.https://m.facebook.com/CommtechLLC/ URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/529549/#p529549 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: buying a new computer soon, suggestions
Re: buying a new computer soon, suggestions You are spending way too much money!I work for a company called Commtech USA.We can get you a machine with the hardwear and softwear you need for much less. Our specialty is adaptive technology. We do technical support, training, and much more. We can also get any device you might need.Feel free to contact us at (833) 345-8324 or visithttp://www.commtechusa.websiteMy name is Jessica. If I don't answer the phone feel free to let our tech consultant know I sent you. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/529386/#p529386 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: iPhone SE 2020 edition
Re: iPhone SE 2020 edition It has an actual home button. The battery is pretty good for what it is. Seeing AI works well. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/524400/#p524400 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: iPhone SE 2020 edition
Re: iPhone SE 2020 edition We both Nocturnus and I preordered it. It comes out Friday. As soon as we get it, we'll report back on what its like. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/521697/#p521697 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help For those who are interested.Ranger is nearly finished his training. He has a properly fitting harness now that can be used both for guiding while walking and in a wheelchair/rollator whichever I may need at the time. It has 2 handels 1 for guiding, and 1 for mobility assistance.He has a large vocabulary, and can retrieve named objects on command and the trainer is going to train me how to do this on my own so I can add additional tasks to this.He has mastered the relieving harness which will be super useful as I physically can't bend to pick up after him.He is doing so well and has such a personality.The trainer has a puppy in the house right now and as with all young puppies, he has a father instinct, and watches over the puppy like a hawk.The tickets are bought and I fly out of Orlando April 8th and return April 11th. I want to be with my family for easter, and the trainer feels this is fine since I've had guides before. We will probably do some video training once I'm home as well.She's also working more with him in city travel and working with a wheelchair, and the walk command so I can hold the handel and take 1 step at a time as when my pain is bad that is all I can do.Thanks for all the love and support on our journey!Nightshade URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/505216/#p505216 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help @BradThank you so much.Every dollar, and every share helps. the more people that know about the need, the more that might be able to help! I am sincerely greatful! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/504380/#p504380 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help Every donation goes directly to the trainer of Ranger as soon as it is donated and counts towards the total and would help me so much! Thank you so much! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/504342/#p504342 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help For those of those interested.I got the job but it is less than part time but something is something.It'll help a little, but any additional help from the community would help a ton. I have to buy plane tickets this months, to go train with Ranger. Originally she was going to come here, but the cost was just way, way too much for many reasons. Thankfully she has a friend I can stay with so there won't be hotel fees, just the plane, getting to and from the airport on this end, and meals.And somehow figure out how to get a wheelchair or rollator since the nice doctors here refuse to help me with what I need. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/504212/#p504212 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Anyone here going to scivis this coming september?
Re: Anyone here going to scivis this coming september? I wish adults could go. I went when I was like 14. I so want to go again! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/498656/#p498656 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help @jimmy69 and @daigoniteThank you so much for sharing!@defenderI've posted it to over 75 fb groups. I am not a part of any mailing lists. I am not on redit, but if folks wanna share it there its fine!Local blind services agencies won't help until we don't have blind children at home, and don't think work at home jobs are feasable.Thank you all for your support and kindness! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/496316/#p496316 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: A request for some help
Re: A request for some help I can't do a phone job because I have noisy children.Transcription is hard because with my mild hearing impairment it would litterally take forever.I suck at writing. That's more Nocturnus's cup of tea. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/496133/#p496133 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
A request for some help
A request for some help Feel free to delete this if its not allowed.This is my last ditch effert to get some help.This is the same post that I've posted on FB, so if parts of it don't make sense, that's probably why. Most if not all still applys though.Looking for any legit work at home job that is not phone work.I am desperately trying to raise the funds for my multi-trained guide dog Ranger.I still owe close to $9000 on him which includes him, the team training and all the expenses that go with that.His trainer will be driving from AZ to FL to train us together.Here is my page explaining my story for those interested.If you have something I could do, please let me know.My husband Nocturnus is a sound designer, and a multi musician.Got a birthday, wedding, funeral, nursing home, school, or something else and need someone to play the piano, guitar, keyboard, etc.? He can do it.If you can donate, please do so through the GoFundMe or paypal.If you have an unused gas card, or gift card, or hotel points, please we could use them.If you have a place Joy could stay on the trip, it will take her 3 days from AZ to FL and 3 days going back.She will be stopping somewhere in TX, then somewhere around the TX LA border, then Somewhere around the AL FL border.If you can't, at least share my story.Anything helps.My dream is to become a teacher of the blind and visually impaired to bring braille to children who currently aren't getting it due to a severe shortage of these teachers.Ranger will help me in so many ways to be able to realize this dream.Thank you from the bottom of my heart.If you have any questions please either send a PM to either myself or Nocturnus and then please reply to this post letting us know you did so as this forum doesn't notify one of private messages. Alternatively you can simply just reply to this post as normal!Paypal:paypal.me/jessm1228GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/vbhpw-help-m … rvice-dog? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/496054/#p496054 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Bookworms: what are you reading/listening to?
Re: Bookworms: what are you reading/listening to? I've been reading the Across the Universe series by Beth Revis and enjoying it a ton. I've also started on one called New Earth which is also good. I love book series. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=357818#p357818 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools I don't know where you got your info Orko, However. A guide dog does not go out just once a day, nor should any other dog. The dog goes out at between 5:30 and 6:30 when you get up at the school, then at around 8:30 usually, 11, 1:30 to 2, 4:30, then again at like 7ish, and then again once more before you go to bed, also you feed the dog twice a day once in the morning and once at 4:30.The dogs poop usually 1 to 5 times a day. Its usually at least 1 handful or perhaps 2 or even 3 at each session. Some dogs are easier to pick up after than others. Foods I've seen fed, or heard of include Science diet, byproducts and corn, Iams/Eukanuba, same thing, and Purina, again byproducts, corn, and brewers rice. Dogs aren't meant to handle these types of foods, and if I won't eat road kill I'm sure not feeding it to my dog. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=339331#p339331 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools Here is another article which backs what I'm saying. The matching process is faulty. Schools used to be better in my opinion. They used to bring out practice dogs for folks to handle and or let them test drive several dogs without telling them the name etc. Now they've made the programs shorter, and removed those aspects along with others of the program.Its also quite difficult to get home training. You either have to wait quite a long time, accept a german shepherd, or live in the perfect place.Schools can also choose not to accept whoever they want, for any reason they want.Reasons I have heard include that your family moved too much when you were a child, we don't like your house, we don't like where you live, we heard x about you from another client, you have small children, you have other pets, and the list goes on.Schools also will let you express preferences, but ultimately your match is up to the instructor.Anyway, here's the article.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5159482/ URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=338799#p338799 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools
Re: What's wrong with the guide dog schools The article is in fact correct. There are actually only 12 IGDF certified guide dog schools in the United States.See here for a complete list.https://www.igdf.org.uk/closest-dog-gui … ed-states/There are schools which exist but are not certified by IGDF.Saying a school has to be certified or not by IGDF is another argument, but I suspect the article was only counting IGDF certified schools as they are the model most people seek.Sadly I suspect IGDF doesn't know all of what goes on behind closed doors.All of the accounts related to you in post 1 were my own experiences, or those of very close friends.It seems that most of the blind community likes to be sheltered. They'd rather take a substandard dog who can't pass any of the CGC tests than stand up for what's right for themselves and for the dogs. They'd rather take a free dog who might or might not work out from a school who might or might not work out rather than standing up for what's right. There are a few owner trainers as I stated in post 1, and a few who have paid private trainers to help them. There are some great matches that have come out of the schools. I won't deny that for a second. I myself have had 3 incredible matches which sadly ended prematurely in cancer at just over 2 years old, kidney failure at not even 2 years of age, and the third dog taken before I could get her home simply because she had allergies. You can call me a lier all you'd like, but until you've walked in my shoes or have firsthand experience of what I'm telling you that's not really fair URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=338798#p338798 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
What's wrong with the guide dog schools
What's wrong with the guide dog schools This article I feel only begins to hint at the issues surrounding the guide dog schools.I personally have attended 4, yes, 4 of them and have been met with ridicule. I've had dogs taken for no reason what so ever. I've had dogs taken because the dog had allergies, even though we were a perfect match and I told the school I was fine with treating her allergies. I've had dogs bite myself, and trainers at the program. I've had a dog with cancer, a dog who peed and pooped in public everytime we went out, stopped in the middle of streets. I've had a dog who had thyroid problems, and an eye problem that left her nearly blind at times. I've had a dog that was placed in class, who was limping and 2 weeks later found to have a Luxating Patella. I've had a dog who tried to kill our cat to the point he got his head stuck in the cat door. I've had a dog who was diagnosed with kidney failure, when returned to the school, they claimed she did not have kidney failure even though blood work and urine samples showed it, and she was urinating on walks and inside her crate despite being taken out properly by myself and the staff at the school. They told me they had a second match and in front of many students when I asked after the first dog they told me they had renamed her and were giving her to someone else. I've had dogs that were so dog aggressive they had to have a prong collar. I've had school staff tell me I should lose weight because I'm too fat to have a guide dog. I've had school staff tell me guide dogs can't be around small children. I also happen to know that every single guide dog school feeds low quality dog food. I'm not sure if its cost, or if they have contracts with the dog food companies, but they feed food filled with corn and byproducts. I've been in class and witnessed other clients who couldn't even put the harness on the dog without help, clients who litterally beat the dog, but the dog was issued because the clients country had paid the school for the dog. I've witnessed favoritism. I've wittnessed the schools telling clients they'd better accept what they got and keep quiet about the dogs issues or they'll remove it and send them home. I was issued a dog with allergies. I told the school I was fine with her. They took her anyway, then told me I was too fat. They then placed a second dog. This dog wouldn't even pull into the harness. They had myself and 2 instructors attached to her, pulling her down the sidewalk. After this horrifying walk, they informed me they were taking her too and had booked my plane tickets the day before because they knew she wouldn't have worked out in the first place.I've seen a dog who was issued to me who was fearful of vacuums and men. To the point of aggression. I've seen dogs in class who were so aggressive the trainers had to restrain them because they'd try to bite other dogs in class. I've seen a dog issued to someone who fed it table scraps and let it pee and poop inside the school on purpose, jump on the furniture, and bark its head off. In a class of 6, 3 dogs were switched out, 1 for biting a kitchen staff, 1 for biting an instructor when the handeler fell, and 1 for being aggressive to its handeler. I've seen people go into training and be matched with up to 4 dogs in 1 class before the right match is found or they are sent home without a dog at no fault of there own. I've seen dogs get injured and the school says they provide vet assistance tell the handeler its their problem. I've seen so much that it breaks my heart knowing that so many dogs are going through this. If they are 5 and under and something doesn't work with the first, or second, or third, etc. person, they just rename them and hand them to someone else, no matter what's wrong with the dog. I've seen it happen. I don't know if all the schools are like this, but I can speak to experiences with at least 8 of them. I fully understand why more and more folks are training there own dogs, saving and paying for private trainers, many of which are guide dog instructors who have left, or have been fired from schools for speaking there minds, or simply doing without a guide when a guide could help there lives in so many ways. I know some folks have wonderful experiences, and I'm happy about that, but the ratio to good/bad with the schools isn't good. Most schools don't even transfer ownership upon graduation and if they do its usually conditional, meaning they can come take the dog even though you supposedly own it for any reason they dream up.Anyway here's the article, and I'm sorry for this huge rambly post. I have a heart for animals, and especially for those who are trained to assist. These dogs litterally lay down there lives for their handelers. They take the handelers life into there paws on a regular basis and do it willingly and happily. I think the blind people, and the dogs in question should be treated a little better. I think there should be mo
What's wrong with the guide dog schools
What's wrong with the guide dog schools This article I feel only begins to hint at the issues surrounding the guide dog schools.I personally have attended 4, yes, 4 of them and have been met with ridicule. I've had dogs taken for no reason what so ever. I've had dogs taken because the dog had allergies, even though we were a perfect match and I told the school I was fine with treating her allergies. I've had dogs bite myself, and trainers at the program. I've had a dog with cancer, a dog who peed and pooped in public everytime we went out, stopped in the middle of streets. I've had a dog who had thyroid problems, and an eye problem that left her nearly blind at times. I've had a dog that was placed in class, who was limping and 2 weeks later found to have a Luxating Patella. I've had a dog who tried to kill our cat to the point he got his head stuck in the cat door. I've had a dog who was diagnosed with kidney failure, when returned to the school, they claimed she did not have kidney failure even though blood work and urine samples showed it, and she was urinating on walks and inside her crate despite being taken out properly by myself and the staff at the school. They told me they had a second match and in front of many students when I asked after the first dog they told me they had renamed her and were giving her to someone else. I've had dogs that were so dog aggressive they had to have a prong collar. I've had school staff tell me I should lose weight because I'm too fat to have a guide dog. I've had school staff tell me guide dogs can't be around small children. I also happen to know that every single guide dog school feeds low quality dog food. I'm not sure if its cost, or if they have contracts with the dog food companies, but they feed food filled with corn and byproducts. I've been in class and witnessed other clients who couldn't even put the harness on the dog without help, clients who litterally beat the dog, but the dog was issued because the clients country had paid the school for the dog. I've witnessed favoritism. I've wittnesed the schools telling clients they'd better accept what they got and keep quiet about the dogs issues or they'll remove it and send them home. I was issued a dog with allergies. I told the school I was fine with her. They took her anyway, then told me I was too fat. They then placed a second dog. This dog wouldn't even pull into the harness. They had myself and 2 instructors attached to her, pulling her down the sidewalk. After this horrifying walk, they informed me they were taking her too and had booked my plane tickets the day before because they knew she wouldn't have worked out in the first place.I've seen a dog who was issued to me who was fearful of vacuums and men. To the point of aggression. I've seen dogs in class who were so aggressive the trainers had to restrain them because they'd try to bite other dogs in class. I've seen a dog issued to someone who fed it table scraps and let it pee and poop inside the school on purpose, jump on the furniture, and bark its head off. In a class of 6, 3 dogs were switched out, 1 for biting a kitchen staff, 1 for biting an instructor when the handeler fell, and 1 for being aggressive to its handeler. I've seen people go into training and be matched with up to 4 dogs in 1 class before the right match is found or they are sent home without a dog at no fault of there own. I've seen dogs get injured and the school says they provide vet assistance tell the handeler its their problem. I've seen so much that it breaks my heart knowing that so many dogs are going through this. If they are 5 and under and something doesn't work with the first, or second, or third, etc. person, they just rename them and hand them to someone else, no matter what's wrong with the dog. I've seen it happen. I don't know if all the schools are like this, but I can speak to experiences with at least 8 of them. I fully understand why more and more folks are training there own dogs, saving and paying for private trainers, many of which are guide dog instructors who have left, or have been fired from schools for speaking there minds, or simply doing without a guide when a guide could help there lives in so many ways. I know some folks ahve wonderful experiences, and I'm happy about that, but the ratio to good/bad with the schools isn't good. Most schools don't even transfer ownership upon graduation and if they do its usually conditional, meaning they can come take the dog even though you supposedly own it for any reason they dream up.Anyway here's the article, and I'm sorry for this huge rambly post. I have a heart for animals, and especially for those who are trained to assist. These dogs litteraly lay down there lives for their handelers. They take the handelers life into there paws on a regular basis and do it willingly and happily. I think the blind people, and the dogs in question should be treated a little better. I think there should be more
Re: Braille Sense U2 for sale
Re: Braille Sense U2 for sale We are selling it because we don't use it and because we need the money. Make me an offer. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=333694#p333694 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Braille Sense U2 for sale
Braille Sense U2 for sale Braille Sense U2 - Full Featured Braille Notetaker: $3500 OBOThis 32 cell braille display device packs instant social networking and internet connectivity into all of the other traditional features you'd expect from a full featured notetaker, all into one light unit that is easy to carry around and set up anywhere. As a bonus, a fully functional GPS Receiver and electronic compass that interfaces with the machine is included. It has a bible, English and Spanish languages as well, and all the traditional features of a notetaker plus more.It takes an SD card as well as has 32 GB of internal storage.This was purchased in January of 2014.It was originally around $7000 because we got the braille sense which was $5595 plus the GPS pack and the language pack. It comes with the GPS receiver on the strap of the case and the case and power adapter which is knew.All resonable offers accepted, and we can talk about payment plans as well as trades.Shipping included in the US others we can talk about it. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=333500#p333500 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Monthly chat march 2017
Re: Monthly chat march 2017 I've never posted on a monthly chat, but here goes! Nocturnus and I welcomed our third child, our second baby girl, into the world on Feb 20, 2017 at 4:51 PM. She was born about 5 weeks early so was somewhat small at only 6 pounds 4 ounces, and 18 inches long. She lost some weight after birth, but is regaining slowly.Her name is Lisa Aurora. Sister is Lilyanna Faith and brother is Noah James.She's such an adorable baby, and Lily who is 15 months, and Noah who is 5 and a half now, are both liking her, though I think Lily likes her quite a bit better.Noah is struggling a bit with some jealousy issues which we're working through. He had some nightmares last night, poor guy, so he came to bed with mommy and daddy for a bit, too. Glad we have a king size bed, cuz he's a big boy and 2 adults, a baby, and him would have gotten cramped in anything smaller.Lily is cutting 3 molers at once so is pretty miserable. She is almost walking comple tely on her own now though.As for other things we've played a little alter lately, not much, and are sad the tros are gone, but there are some nice pieces in the new skull place.We started a New Testament in a year reading plan which has been quite nice both in instruction as I've never read the entire Bible before, and in sparking conversations about different Biblical subjects between us.We've also been reading some books like Robinhood, The Shadow Children series, and of course we listen to Harry Potter every single night.While awake we're working on Agents of the apocalypse which has been quite interesting and has sparked a lot of conversation between us.We've also listened to some Arthur episodes, because we're both kids at heart.Other than that, time is spent sleeping, or trying to, taking care of babies, and feeding the littlest one, as she eats a lot right now, and I'm loving every minute of it, with Noct urnus always at my side helping and encouraging me. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=301169#p301169 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Best Language for an English Speaker to Learn?
Re: Best Language for an English Speaker to Learn? I would say Spanish because its most used next to English. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=293099#p293099 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Some bad and unfortunate news
Re: Some bad and unfortunate news @Sebby,I totally agree that this is a user issue. If people didn't leave the door ajar, they wouldn't be hacked in this way.Its like leaving your front door unlocked and then getting mad when someone enters your house and calling it a break in.If the developers of NVDA remote want to make a fix for it, great, but really if they don't I wouldn't shaft them for it either. When you run a piece of software, even an add on. You should know how it works, and what it does.@figment,I see nothing wrong with Sebby's post, he was just stating the obvious here in my opinion, but the other mods can weigh in as well of course. You seem angry for some reason, and I'm not sure why that is. URL: http://forum.audiogames.net/viewtopic.php?pid=265390#p265390 ___ Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
