20250627 1300 The Coaching Roundtable Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2025, on ACB Media 3 Participants joined ACB Women and IVIE for a conversation with three women coaches. Attendees learned about their training, their coaching philosophies, and their experience as coaching entrepreneurs. One of them might be the perfect coach for you. Facilitator: Linda Porelle, Retired Social Worker and Life Coach, Westbrook, ME. Presenters: Ardis Bazyn, CEO, Bazyn Communications, Thornton, CO, Dr. Cathy Schmidt Whitaker, Empowerment and Energy Leadership Coach, E3 Coaching and Speaking LLC, Diamond Bar, CA, and  Darian Slayton Fleming, Certified Happiness Trainer, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Portland, OR.

20250626 0900 How Does Climate Change Affect People with Disabilities Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 2

From extreme weather events (cold, heat, wind, or rain) to wild fires, how can people who are blind or have low vision plan and prepare for such events?

Presenter: Professor Michael Ashley Stein, co-founder and Executive Director of the Harvard Law School Project on Disability, and a Visiting Professor at Harvard Law school since 2005.

20250626 1730 Low Vision Research with Dr. Soltau Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 3

Participants joined us in welcoming Dr. Joern Soltau, Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Louisville, as he shared the latest findings and insights on low vision research.

Sponsored by: CCLVI

20250626 1730 Food for Thought Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 2

What role does food play in your life? Do you view it as a way to fuel your body, experience pleasure, or manage your blood sugar levels? ACB Next Generation, in collaboration with ACB's Mental Health and Wellness Committee and ACB Diabetics in Action, presented an opportunity for individuals to gain insight from three unique perspectives on relationships with food. Amanda Selm discussed how she has adopted healthy habits and continues to reap benefits. Patricia Maddix shared how she successfully manages her relationship with food while living with Diabetes. Lastly, Pam Shaw talked about her emotionally driven relationship with food. Together, let's nourish our minds and explore the profound connection between food and our thoughts.

Presenters: Amanda Selm, Immediate Past President of ACB Next Generation, Louisville KY Pam Shaw, Chair of ACB's Mental Health and Wellness Committee, and Patricia Maddix, ACB Diabetics in Action Board Member, Vancouver WA.

Facilitators: Debby Green, First Vice President of the Kentucky Council of the Blind and Vice Chair of ACB's Mental Health and Wellness Committee and Cassie Coyner, Secretary ACB Oregon, North Bend, OR

20250626 1130 Accessible Diagnostic Testing National & International Best Practices Guidelines Update Originally Broadcasted June 26, 2025 on ACB Media 5 This session shared information and Best Practices for Designing Accessible At-Home Diagnostic Test Kits. ACB advocacy efforts has collaborated with the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation ®, (AAMI), a global leader for the development and production of national and international consensus standards. This initiative includes work done by the National Institutes of Health and RADX on accessible COVID-19 home tests and other diagnostic testing. Attendees heard from members of the Task Group that championed and developed this accessibility guidance for future production by pharmaceutical companies.

20240709 1730 Mental Health Every Day Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media 2 There's the occasional Mental Health Day, but if you really want to experience what it's like to live in Mental Health and wellbeing, come to this event. Edited By: Janet Ingber

20240709 1600 Sugar and Spice Is not Always Nice Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media 3 This year, we featured both type 1 and type 2 diabetics, plus a spouse who discussed supporting someone who is diabetic. Edited By: Larry Gassman

20240709 1430 Get Up and Get Moving at The ACB Convention Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Attendees shared their healthy lifestyle stories with the GUGM committee at our breakout session. Participants enjoyed learning some exercises with Leslie Spoone and got relaxed with some of Koni Sims' aromatherapy and massages. Also, attendees heard from our committee about their exciting lifestyle changes. We look forward to seeing you at the convention to get pumped up and relaxed for the rest of the week. Edited By: Regina Marie Brink

20240709 1300 What Is Late and Great in the Diabetes Management Space for 2024 Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media 3 Discussion of the new standards of care for diabetes for 2024. This session focused on updates in diabetes care and management. We highlighted new drugs to market and delve into navigating the ongoing shortages of GLP1 medications. Updates were provided on continuous glucose monitor technology, including the newly approved Stelo Glucose Biosensor system by Dexcom, available OTC, without a prescription. Insulin pumps and automated insulin delivery system advances were also presented. There was ample time for open discussion and questions and answers. Edited By: Larry Gassman

20240708 1600 Oils Around the World Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Essential oils have been used for thousands of years around the world for aromatherapy, supporting health, and cleaning abilities. Attendees learned how several oils are being both sourced from and used around the world, and, best of all, participants had the opportunity to experience their beautiful aromas and benefits for yourself! Presenter: Nickie Coby, doTERRA Wellness Advocate, St. Paul, MN Edited By: Doug Hunsinger