New Technologies for people with Hearing and Vision Loss   Dear Neighbor, On June 15th, I will be hosting a Virtual Town Hall on two important topics. First, we will hear a brief overview of the MTA's new OMNY program, their contactless, "tap and go" payment system that will be used to pay for subways and buses. Then we will hear about important advances in technology available to help people with hearing and vision loss, including information about over-the-counter hearing aids. See below for more information and registration details. Best, Liz Krueger State Senator Senator Liz Krueger's Virtual Town Hall New Technology to Support People with Hearing and Vision Loss, PLUS an Overview of the MTA’s New OMNY Payment System Thursday, June 15th 10 am – 11:45 am OMNY Program The Town Hall will begin with the a brief overview of the OMNY program, the new contactless fare payment system for subways and buses, and how older people with half fare cards can easily transition to this convenient “tap and go” system. New Technology If you want to find out about exciting advances in technology for people with hearing and vision loss that can significantly improve your quality-of-life. The Center for Hearing and Communication will provide information about over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, where to buy them, how to use them, and the free services the Center for Hearing and Communication (CHC) offers to support individuals with hearing loss and their families. New technology is also available to help people with vision loss. The Lighthouse Guild will share information about an array of support services you can access, and the new technological devices to support individuals with vision loss. The Virtual Town Hall will feature: Jeff Wax, LCSW-R, Director of Emotional Health and Wellness Center, Psychotherapist, CHC Michele DiStefano, AuD, Director of Audiology Services, Audiologist, CHC Carolyn Ginsburg Stern, Director of Outreach and Strategic Initiatives, CHC Lisa Beth Miller, Outreach and Referral Coordinator, Lighthouse Guild Dr. Bryan Wolynski, Chief Technology Officer, Lighthouse Guild You will have the option of joining the event online through Zoom, a webinar hosting service. You will also have the option to view the event online through Facebook. Please note that you do not need a Facebook account or profile to view the event through Facebook. If you do not have access to a computer, tablet, or other electronic device, you can listen in by telephone. **If you register for an event, a confirmation email with the Zoom link and the call-in information will be sent at least a week in advance of the event.** The event will feature a question and answer session with Jeff Wax, Michele DiStefano, Carolyn Ginsburg Stern, Lisa Beth Miller, and Dr. Bryan Wolynski. If you want to find out what you should consider when purchasing OTC hearing aids, or new tech devices for people with vision loss, join us at the June 15th Virtual Town Hall. Attendees will be able to submit questions through Zoom and Facebook during the event but are *strongly* encouraged to submit them in advance. Please let us know if you plan to attend the Thursday, June 15th Virtual Town Hall and RSVP to [link removed] Click Here to RSVP for the June 15th Roundtable District Office: 211 East 43rd Street, Suite 2000 | New York, NY 10017 | (212) 490-9535 | Fax: (212) 499-2558 Albany Office: Legislative Office Building, Room 808 | Albany, NY 12247 | (518) 455-2297 | Fax: (518) 426-6874 Email: [email protected] | On the Web: krueger.nysenate.gov   Senator Liz Krueger | 211 E 43rd St, #2000, New York, NY 10017 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] in collaboration with Try email marketing for free today!