Thank you Energy Upgrade California for Sponsoring the California Council of the Blind and the 85th Annual Conference in Fresno, California (June 5 – 9, 2019)
WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH TIME-OF-USE PLANS?
California would like to become a zero-carbon electricity state by 2045. Assembly Bill (AB 327) was adopted in 2015 ordering California’s investor-owned utilities to transition customers to time-of-use rate plans. Under these plans, energy prices will be lower during the day – when renewable energy sources from solar and wind are plentiful – and higher in the late afternoon and early evening when nonrenewable energy sources are consumed.
Energy Upgrade California Motto
When electricity is used matters as much as How much electricity is used.
WHY DOES THE TIME OF DAY MATTER?
Energy demand peaks from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. as people return home and use gas and electricity to light heat and/or cool their homes. There is less demand during the day because of natural lighting and people leaving home for work or other destinations.
LOCAL ENERGY PROVIDERS ARE OFFERING TIME-OF-USE PLANS
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) was the first to transition customers to TOU plans in 2019. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE) are transitioning customers in late 2020.
ENERGY SAVING STRATEGIES
TURN OFF NON-ESSENTIAL LIGHTING: Be mindful of automatic indoor/outdoor lighting during the day!
ADJUST YOUR THERMOSTAT: Pre-set your thermostat to avoid peak demand hour usage!
USE TIMERS: Time your appliances like dishwashers, washing machines and ovens to save energy!
DO MORE DURING THE DAY: Household chores performed between 9AM and 4PM save energy!
CHARGE DEVICES OVERNIGHT: Charge your personal devices at night, after the 4PM – 9PM peak hours!
It doesn’t take much to make a difference. Simply being mindful of the time of day and adjusting your energy use accordingly is all you need to do.
To sign up for this feature go to https://www.energyupgradeca.org/the-movement/
For more Time of Use Program Information, please Contact your CCB Community Educator, James Collins Email: james.collins@ccbnet.org Phone: (916) 441-2100
Golden State Guide Dog Handlers, Inc. (GSGDHI)
Dear CCB Conference and Convention Attendees,
GSGDHI is proud to be a significant affiliate of the California Council of the Blind with 50 members. Our motto is “Forward Together”! We are a mission-driven group with seven working committees, providing both telephonic programs and in-person activities at conventions, publish our own newsletter three times a year and offer much more!
We wish to remind you that our major fundraising event at the 2019 CCB Conference and Convention is a Silent Auction featuring 5 great prizes.
Come by the Auction table, right next to the GSGDHI Membership table, in the Exhibit Room for either a braille or print announcement which gives you all the information you need regarding the Silent Auction. Turn in your bid request and contact information to our volunteers. All bidding is concluded at 4 pm on Friday, June 7, 2019. The prize winners will be announced at the GSGDHI Luncheon on June 8.
For all dog lovers, check out the fun products at the GSGDHI exhibit Table.
We are raising funds to continue our Advocacy efforts and to be able to invite prominent program speakers to our events, in addition to supporting CCB.
We urge all guide dog handlers and friends of handlers, to join GSGDHI for $20 annually. Visit our GSGDHI table in the Exhibits Room and a member and a volunteer will assist you.
To join GSGDHI or to ask questions regarding membership, contact GSGDHI Treasurer, Vita Zavoli at:
Email: vzavoli@gmail.com
Phone: 510-846-4080.
Moving forward together!
Alice Turner
GSGDHI President
VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
Vanda Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to raising awareness of Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder (Non-24) and supporting the blindness community.
The Non-24 is a rare circadian rhythm disorder affecting up to 7-% of people who are totally blind. People living with Non-24 experience excessive daytime sleepiness and nighttime sleeplessness, which leads to impaired social and occupational functioning. The is due to the misalignment between the internal master body clock and the 24-hour day.
Come visit us at our booth to learn about non-24 and sign up for additional information.
Call Health Educator Toll-Free at 855-856-2424. 24 Hours A Day, Every Day.
Visit us online at www.non-24.com
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Harnessing the power of partnership
Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) is more than an industry-leading guide dog school; we are a passionate community that serves the visually impaired from throughout the U.S. and Canada. All of our services are provided free of charge, including veterinary assistance as needed.
Visit our website at www.guidedogs.com to learn more about our exciting programs, including:
- FREE O&M Immersion Program: In-depth O&M training program for those interested in guide dog mobility.
- FREE Guide Dog Lifestyle Workshops: Hands-on workshops to learn what it’s like to be partnered with a guide dog.
guidedogs.com 800.295.4050
Cruise Autonomous Vehicles
A Generational Opportunity to Improve Accessibility
Cruise Guiding Principles
- Accessibility is not one-size-fits-all
- Building toward universal design
- Prioritizing a more accessible vehicle
Who We Are
Cruise’s first-ever external research initiative explored transportation barriers for the blind and low-vision communities.
User interviews, co-design sessions and ongoing community engagement are informing accessibility in the Cruise autonomous vehicle.
Where we’re going
Cruise is actively engaging with stakeholders to inform a better more accessible user experience.
"For the first time, people who are blind will be able to move freely over great distance without the assistance of other sighted individuals." – Anthony Stephens, American Council of the Blind.
Sprint Accessibility
Sprint Vision: Putting the power of independence in your hand!
Accessible Devices
Affordable Service Plans
Uber Voucher Program Promotion
Extraordinary Care Support
To learn more, contact Sprint Accessibility Care:
855-885-7568
accessibility@sprint.com
sprint.com/vision
Offer ends 12/31/19. Each $10 voucher good toward one ride only, up to $100 total; if ride is under $10, remaining credit does not roll over to next ride credit. Credits expire after six months of purchase. Officer not avail. Everywhere. Sprint reserves the right to change or cancel offer at any time. Restrictions apply. 2019 Sprint. All rights reserved. Other marks are property of their respective owners.
Adaptive Technology Services
Job Accommodation Consulting
Scripting Services
Assistive Technology Evaluation
Customized Training Programs
Installation & Technology Support
Website Accessibility
866-564-6650
www.adaptivetec.com
San Francisco, CA
Valley Center for the Blind
Call Today! 559-222-4447
Valley Center for the Blind is committed to providing the best, most innovative services available to aid participant independence and vocational opportunities for all individuals with low vision or blindness. We believe in helping people reach their goals to build a brighter future for our community.
We offer a wide variety of services including:
- ASSISTIVE-TECHNOLOGY
- ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY
- INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS, INCLUDING BRAILLE
- PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING
- COUNSELING AND GROUP SUPPORT
- CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
To Learn More visit www.valleycenterfortheblind.org or email us at info@valleycenterfortheblind.org
3417 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 222-4447
