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Celebrating 96 Years of Service
New Hampshire Association for the Blind
To advance the independence of persons who are blind or visually impaired
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Jean Foote
Jean Foote began volunteering at the New Hampshire Association for the Blind late last year. She is a member of the Association’s Development Team where she assists with marketing and public relations in Central New Hampshire and in the Lakes Region. Jean is a seasoned marketing professional with 23 years of experience in newspaper sales.
Jean has had Type 1 diabetes for over 46 years and has become legally blind due to a condition known as Diabetic Retinopathy. She has lost her sight entirely in one eye and has very little remaining sight in her other eye.
“Several years ago, when Jean lost her job, she also lost her ability to continue fighting her disease. Trying to go on job interviews, reading job applications and getting lost in unfamiliar surroundings, forced her to realize she had a vision disability and needed help.”
Through the New Hampshire Dept of Vocational Rehabilitation Jean was introduced to the New Hampshire Association for the Blind. “At first I didn’t want their help, because I was not blind, I could see light. I didn’t need a cane to get around”.
But the tools and support Jean needed were at the New Hampshire Association for the Blind. “Thanks to the help I received from them, I can once again enjoy a full & active life. (Yes at times I do need a cane!). I gained back my independence and the desire to once again fight this disease”
Jean has recently formed her own business and devotes many volunteer hours to the New Hampshire Association for the Blind. She and her husband Daniel live in Belmont.
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This past year, the New Hampshire Association for the Blind made a difference in the lives of over 1500 people who are blind or visually impaired.
As our population ages, the number of people needing our services is dramatically increasing.
Your financial support will help ensure the continuation of our important services and help hundreds of individuals maintain their independence.
How Do I Make Contact with a Blind Person?
When approaching a blind person, initiate the greeting using a normal tone of voice. Identify yourself and then inquire if your assistance is desired. If so, touch your hand to the back of their hand as a signal for them to take your arm. Introduce the person to anyone else with you and be sure to include the children.
