Daily Living Toolbox (Session 3): Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Low-Tech Solutions

Are you looking for new ways to accomplish daily tasks, stay organized, and connect with loved ones, while living more happily and independently? Is your vision loss making it difficult to retain information, stay active, and engage with hobbies?

The Polus Center for Social and Economic Development is excited to announce Daily Living Toolbox, a five-part webinar series discussing useful tips on organization, communication, and technology. This program empowers you to create a more organized and enjoyable daily life using simple techniques and everyday tools.

Beginning March 6th, a new webinar is offered via Zoom every other Wednesday from 1 P.M. to 3 P.M. Participants are welcome to come to as many of these webinars as they would like. After each webinar, instructors are available for one-on-one follow up to help you apply what you learned or answer any questions. Student sharing of tips and techniques is encouraged!

Session 3 – Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Low-Tech Solutions – April 3rd

Learn about the latest AI tools available at low or no cost to anyone with a smartphone, tablet, or computer, as well as other low tech and standalone devices, including:

• The new Be My AI feature in Be My Eyes
• Overview of AI chat tools like Chat GPT and Google Bard
• Adapting your space! Low cost, low-tech solutions for everyday organization and independence, including labelling your home, organizing personal documents, making the most of lighting, contrast, and other low vision techniques
• Stand-alone low vision tools, including talking devices, talking prescription labels, note taking solutions, and much more

For more information, please contact:

Katie Crocker, Program Coordinator

Polus Center for Social and Economic Development

katiecrocker@poluscenter.org

508-525-2733

To register, please discuss with your MCB social rehabilitation (SR) counselor and then contact Katie Crocker to receive the Zoom link to the webinars of interest.

Daily Living Toolbox is a project of the Polus Center for Social and Economic Development and made possible through funding and support from the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind.

Learn more about the Polus Center by visiting www.poluscenter.org or emailing tkane@poluscenter.org