Tips for living with low vision and available aid
Savvy senior Jim Miller outlines resources for macular degeneration. Vision rehabilitation agencies nationwide offer counseling, training, and devices to maximize remaining sight and maintain independence, with many services free or low cost through state or nonprofit groups. Medicare coverage, home visits, and online resources from VisionAware and AFB guide practical living, safety, finances, and activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Foundation For the Blind
VisionAware. Org
Afb
Access World
AFB.org/an
Hadley Institute
Hadley.edu
Ears For
EarsForEyes.info
Czech School Faces Hard Realities as Heritage Fades
Samek notes daily attendance struggles as students age out and Czech heritage wanes. From 50 percent of Cedar Rapids residents with Czech roots in 1958 to about 20 percent now, the program relies on volunteers at Czech School for youths and adults at St. Wenceslaus. Despite declines 35 in 2016 30 in 2017 and 21 current, local groups keep the effort alive as the sesquicentennial next year nears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samek
Cedar Rapids
St. Wenc
Eslaus Catholic Church
Critter Crusaders Aids Homeless Animals in Eastern Iowa
In Eastern Iowa Critter Crusaders funds advanced medical care for homeless and stray animals, guiding veterinary treatment with volunteers. Founder Jan Erceg recalls early efforts to prevent euthanasia, noting treatments from cancer care to burns and injuries funded by fundraising and GoFundMe campaigns. The group operates without a shelter, partners with clinics, and relies on volunteers to deliver care and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Critter Crusaders
Jan Erceg
Cedar Rapids
Friends of Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control
Erceg
GoFundMe
Poseidon
Justice
Digit
Crittercrusaderscr.org
Lifetree and church events in Cedar Rapids area
Community calendar items include Free Lifetree Cafe talks at First Presbyterian Church and the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection in Marion with a lottery story film. Also listed are a CEO Retreat at St. Ludmila Catholic Church and Evalu Day Camp at Trinity Lutheran Church with registration details and age ranges.
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First Presbyterian Church
Fifth St
Cedar Rapids
Sam Black
Th Judicial District Department of Correctional Services
Lifetree Cafe
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection
29Th Ave
Marion
Hany Werkema
Lifetree
St. Ludmila Catholic Church
21St Ave
Michael Jackels
Karen Mathison
Mathison
Mwhsi
Evalu
Trinity Lutheran
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jim Miller
VisionAware.org
Reader’s Digest
For
Sight Foundation
NBC
Rebecca F. Miller
the Gazette
Allison Gerber
Sokol
Wilson Middle School
Agency On
Mission To Heal Animals
Hiter Crusaders
Pata
Crusaders
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