Originally Aired on ACB Media
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Four individuals described overcoming unexpected circumstances while coping with vision loss. The session addressed resilience, courage, and new ways of thinking in response to life's challenges.
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Building on the virtual fundamentals session, participants practiced self-defense skills through guided, interactive exercises. Activities addressed awareness, reaction time, personal boundaries, and assertive communication in difficult situations. The hands-on session emphasized empowerment, safety planning, realistic strategies for everyday environments, simple defensive techniques, scenario-based responses, and physical and mental readiness.
Presenters: Amy Wilson; Ricardo Salazar, ACBS president, Miami, FL; Gregg Wandsneider
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Amy Wilson led a virtual session connecting mental well-being and personal safety. The first half addressed managing fear, setting boundaries, and developing assertiveness to support emotional resilience. The second introduced self-defense fundamentals, including awareness, prevention, and simple protective responses. The session combined psychological insight with practical safety education and offered tools for school, work, travel, and social situations, emphasizing confidence, independence, preparedness, and the right to safety
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Carlos L. Grandela, OD, FAAO, joined Low Vision Alliance to explain low vision evaluations, what they involved, and why people should obtain one. The session included time for questions.
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Originally Aired on ACB Media
Brenda Jagatic, a certified diabetes care and education specialist, discussed small behavior changes that could slow or prevent progression from prediabetes to Type 2 diabetes. The presentation cited estimates that one in three U.S. adults and half of adults over 65 had prediabetes, and that 90 percent of affected people did not know it. It addressed the misconception that little could be done to avoid or delay diabetes at that stage. Healthy-lifestyle suggestions also applied to people already diagnosed with diabetes and those
Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media 2
20250709 1430 Meal Planning for a Healthy Life with Diabetes Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media 2
Three dietitians and diabetes educators from Pennsylvania Hospital joined us and shared ideas for planning tasty, fun, and interesting meals following eating recommendations for health with diabetes. Deciding what to eat for your meals and snacks every day is certainly a daunting experience and even more, so, when you're stopping to think about carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nutrition labels, etc. Participants joined us to help pick up some new tips to help make everyday meal planning easier and enjoyable.
Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media 3
20250709 1300 ACBDA Presents Advocating for Mental Health Techniques in Action Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media 3
Participants joined Emily Durfey, MSW, LSW and Stephanie Ash, MSW, LSW, Esq. as they reviewed techniques for how people with diabetes can advocate for their mental health! We reviewed ways to identify and combat stigma and stereotypes, learn techniques to successfully engage in self-advocacy with family, friends, and providers and discuss signs of diabetes distress/burnout and how to seek help. Participants had an opportunity to put learned techniques into action through guided role-plays during the last half of the session and left
Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 3
20250708 1430 Accessibility of Diabetes Tools Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 3 This session explored the latest advancements in diabetes management tools designed with accessibility in mind for individuals who are blind or have low vision. We discussed the features and benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMS) such as the prescription-based Freestyle Libre 3+ and Dexcom 7. We also talked about the over-the-counter options like the Dexcom Stelo, Abbott Lingo, and Abbott Freestyle Rio. as well as InPen and the Prodigy Meter, highlighting their compatibility with various accessibility needs. Additionally, the session also covered accessible insulin pumps and how they are transforming
Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 3
20250708 1300 Whats Late and Great in the Diabetes Management Space for 2025 Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2025, on ACB Media 3 Discussion of the new standards of care for diabetes for 2025. This session focused on updates in diabetes care and management. We highlighted new drugs to market and delved into navigating the ongoing shortages of GLP1 medications. Updates were provided on continuous glucose monitor technology, including the Stelo Glucose Biosensor system by Dexcom, available Over the counter, without a prescription, Insulin pumps and automated insulin delivery system advances were also presented. There was be ample time for open discussion and questions and answers.
Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2025, on ACB Media 2
20250706 1730 Discovering the Five Love Languages Connecting Through Care Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2025, on ACB Media 2 Did you know that everyone has a Love Language, the way they best give and receive love? Whether in friendships, family, professional or personal relationships understanding the Five Love Languages can transform how we connect with those around us. Participants joined us for an engaging and interactive event where we explored the Five Love Languages: Affirmation, Acts of Service, Quality Time, Physical Touch, and Gifts. We broke down what each Love Language means, how they show up in daily life, and how simply learning someone's Love Language can help you build stronger, more