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Blind Vet: now what?

By: Ashley Boyer
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  • This innovative Podcast is cultivated for Veterans who's lives have been changed as a result of their vision changing. We hope to aid in their support by providing information that may be helpful not only to them but also their family, friends and other providers. This podcast is created by Ashley Boyer, MA, CVRT and Rebecca Foley, MS. CVRT, COMS. They provide services to Veterans at the Augusta VA Healthcare System. As their primary roles are to provide services to Veteran's this podcast will be released at a minimum of bi-monthly frequency, the goal is to have more frequent episodes.
    Ashley Boyer
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Episodes
  • What is a VIST Coordinator and do I have one?
    Jun 12 2024

    In this episode Blind Vet: Now what? Hosts Ashley Boyer MA, CVRT and Rebecca Foley, MS, CVRT, COMS interview Wesley “Wes” Hodgson, MA, COMS and is a VIST Coordinator in Des Moines, IA.

    In this episode we explore what a Visual Impairment Services Team (VIST) Coordinator is and what a Veteran can expect from initial interactions with a VIST coordinator. Wesley breaks down what an Annual VIST review/exam is, including benefits review screening, and treatment planning. Wesley goes on to explain why Veteran’s participating in appointments with a VIST coordinator are vital to ensuring that they receive the care coordination that they are entitled to.

    Don't forget to like and subscribe to the show, so that you can be alerted to when new episodes are published! If you enjoy this episode please give it a rating.

    The target audience: Veterans who have low vision/legal blindness/no remaining vision and their support systems. The impact of vision loss is felt by the individual and their support system. It is a big life change and can feel quite overwhelming at times. Our goal is to provide education and support as they navigate this new way of life.

    However the information discussed in the podcast is helpful for anyone wanting to learn more about Blind Rehab within VHA.

    #NowWhat #augustaVAhealthcaresystem #BRC

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    51 mins
  • Rich Skuse: A Veteran's Journey told by the man that lived it.
    Apr 26 2024

    Don't forget to like and subscribe to the show, so that you can be alerted to when new episodes are published! If you enjoy this episode please give it a rating.

    In this episode Blind Vet: Now what? Hosts Ashley Boyer MA, CVRT and Rebecca Foley, MS, CVRT, COMS interview Veteran Rich Skuse, MS, CATIS, CVRT who is also an instructor at the Augusta VA Blind Rehab Center.

    In this episode we highlight a Veteran's Journey with Vision Loss, Career Changes, Attending VA Blind Rehab, Going back to school, an Internship and then becoming a VA Blind Rehab Specialist.

    The target audience: Veterans who have low vision/legal blindness/no remaining vision and their support systems. The impact of vision loss is felt by the individual and their support system. It is a big life change and can feel quite overwhelming at times. Our goal is to provide education and support as they navigate this new way of life.

    However the information discussed in the podcast is helpful for anyone wanting to learn more about Blind Rehab within VHA.


    #NowWhat #augustaVAhealthcaresystem #BRC

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    18 mins
  • What is Whole Health?
    Apr 4 2024

    Don't forget to like and subscribe to the show, so that you can be alerted to when new episodes are published! If you enjoy this episode please give it a rating.

    In this episode Blind Vet: Now what? Host Ashley Boyer MA, CVRT interviews Whole Health Coach Percival Galloway on the basics of Whole Health within the VA.

    Whole Health is VA's approach to care that supports your health and well-being. Whole Health centers around what matters to you, not what is the matter with you.

    The target audience: Veterans who have low vision/legal blindness/no remaining vision and their support systems. The impact of vision loss is felt by the individual and their support system. It is a big life change and can feel quite overwhelming at times. Our goal is to provide education and support as they navigate this new way of life.

    However the information discussed in the podcast is helpful for anyone wanting to learn more about Blind Rehab within VHA.


    #NowWhat


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    32 mins

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Actual Veterans telling their story!

Wow, I liked the first two episodes. I found the info very clear and easy to understand. It's hard to put into words what it is like hearing directly from the Veteran the details of their journey!

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