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SAAVI’S RESOURCE GUIDE
GUIDE INCLUDES: •low vision centers & dealers •transportation •accessible food •house cleaning & landscape •adaptive aids •recreation resources •Pima public library information •consumer resources •educational resources •education & advocacy resources •information, referral, & support services •new advertisements & resources
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CLINICAL LOW VISION EVALUATION CENTERS
(THE FOLLOWING PLACES HAVE LOW VISION AIDS APPLIANCES AND SERVICES)
DESERT LOW VISION JANET DYLLA 1645 N. ALVERNON, SUITE 2 TUCSON, AZ 85712 520-881-3439 SOUTHWEST LOW VISION INC. 2297 W. Catalina View Dr. Tucson, AZ 85742 520-297-0027 DIAMOND EYE CARE MONICA DIAMOS, OD, PC 3801 NORTH CAMPBELL AVE., SUITE E TUCSON, AZ 85719 520-327-2400
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LOCAL DEALERS OF ELECTRONIC MAGNIFICATION CCTV’ DESERT LOW VISION SERVICES Janet Dylla 1645 N. Alvernon, Suite #2 Tucson, Arizona, 85712 520-881-3439 SOUTHWEST LOW VISION INC. 2297 W. Catalina View Dr. Tucson, AZ 85742 520-297-0027 SOUTHERN ARIZONA ASSOCIATION FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED 3767 East Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85716 Contact: Donna Long 520-795-1331
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CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION INSTRUCTION (CCTV) SAAVI offers a variety of services including an introduction to Electronic Magnifiers (CCTV‟s) for SAAVI clients. The service is designed to acquaint clients with electronic magnification and provide them with an opportunity to determine if electronic magnification will enhance their reading and writing ability. The service is not designed to acquaint clients with the several make and models of CCTV‟s available for sale. Clients are urged to visit local dealers to view and obtain information on what is available. SAAVI representatives are not permitted to recommend any particular type of CCTV or local dealer. Clients are urged to visit each of the dealers listed in the attached resource sheet before they decide to buy a CCTV.
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TECHNOLOGY TRAINING AT SAAVI Here at SAAVI, we know that people with vision impairments can use their computers. There are special screen magnification and speech programs that allow complete operation of the computer with little or no vision, and training on the three programs available at SAAVI – FREE OF CHARGE. There is much more to assistive technology than the computer. We realize that not everyone wants or needs a computer. There are several other technologies such as telephone information services, portable note takers, digital recorders and Braille, which encourage independence and organization; FREE TRAINING is available for these alternate assistive technologies. The computer can be a powerful and productive tool for everyone, including those with visual impairments. Technology Training at SAAVI can be your key to learning the many facets of Adaptive and Assistive Technology. Please CALL 795-1331 to schedule your complementary appointment.
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TRANSPORTATION SUN TRAN CITY BUS Tel: 792-9222 For seniors & those with disabilities, Sun Tran City Bus will accept any of the following to qualify for an economy fare pass or pay the economy fare on the bus daily: THOSE WITH DISABILITIES: *Medicare card *Sun Tran Transit ID *A valid ADA Para transit Eligibility ID SENIORS: *Valid Drivers License *Any photo ID with birth date indicating 65 or older *Medicare Card *Sun Tran Transit ID Economy Fare: 40 ¢ a ride Economy Monthly Pass - $12.00 Day Pass - $2.00 One way with transfer $1.00
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SUNVAN & HANDICAR ADA office Tel: 791-5409 To purchase rides you must be qualified for Sun Van or Handicar. Cost is dependent on income. To qualify, call and an application will be mailed to you. Complete application and go into ADA office in person with ID card). Once you qualify you can contact SunVan or Handicar for your transportation needs. Sun Van Tel: 620-1234 Dispatch 798-1000 Reservations 798-1000 TDD 884-5100 Sun Van, Tucson‟s Para transit agency since 1987, provides transportation service to those individuals unable to use Sun Tran‟s fixed route service due to their disability. Handicar Information & Vouchers Tel: 881-3391 Cost is dependent on income. To qualify, call for application.
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SKOR Alternative Transportation Tel: 744-7433 Ambulatory - $15.00, $2.00 per mile Wheelchair Pickup - $25.50, $2.50 per mile Stretcher - $99.00, $3.50 per mile Red Rose Tel: 322-5655 (Pager 446-9976) Specializing in personal service) www.theredrose.com MS TRANSPORTATION Tel: 327-4674 6 Passenger Minivan - $75 per hour, 3 hour minimum. Rate per mile $2.50 12 Passenger Van - $75.00 per hour, 3 hour minimum N.W. Interfaith (VICAP) Tel: 297-6049 Free if qualified. To qualify, call for appointment with Wendy Aldrich. Will accept walk-ins. Just call and ask for Cheryl Anderson, Care Giving Services Manager. 2820 West Ina Road. Other services are offered.
Arizona Senior Transport Tel: 573-6221 Set fees dependent on distance. Call 48 hours ahead. Is set up for round trip.
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American Pony Express Crane Transportation
Tel: 520-798-1111 Tel: 520-885-1733
Triple A- Yellow Cab Tel: 520-388-9130 Pickup $2.50, $2.00 per mile. Wheelchair pick up $25.00, $2.00 per mile. Caddy Transportation Tel: 887-8744 Pickup $5.00, $2.00 per mile. No time delay. $8.00 min Yellow Cab Pickup $2.50 and $2.00 per mile. Greyhound Bus Lines Tel: 624-6611
Tel: 1-800-231-2222
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ACCESSIBLE FOOD
The following companies deliver both frozen food and prepared entrees that only need to be heated:
SCHWAN‟S FOOD MEAT AND FISH FELLAS (888) 724-9267 (800) 627-3663
The following company/grocery stores provide many services: will go grocery shopping and deliver for you:
RINCON MARKET 888-7835 Orders taken Tuesday mornings 8:30 – 1:00 Charge $20.00 Deliveries on Wednesday RED ROSE (pager 446-9976) 322-5655 SAFEWAY – Sunrise & Swan location- Can order only by internet. Cost of delivery depends on time.
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The following company delivers from about 60 restaurants all over Tucson: They charge $7.99 - $10.99.
DELICIOUS DELIVERIES or www.100mph.com 620-6600
The following are services you must qualify for. Call to find out what is required:
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES 623-0344 1-800-234-0344 795-1352
SALVATION ARMY MEALS (over 60 only) MOBILE MEALS (N.W. INTERFAITH) MEALS ON WHEELS
297-6049 790-7262
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Pizza Many pizza restaurants deliver. We put down just two as we know that they have much more than just pizza. Both companies have full menus and more than one delivery area. Call either company listed and they will tell you which location serves your area.
Chariot Pizza Picurro Pizza 696-0807 733-3333
Asian Many Chinese restaurants deliver – here are two:
China Rose East Side Jade Garden West Side 327-6646 744-2817
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Baggins Sandwich Shop There are Baggins sandwich shops in various locations in Tucson but you can find out the one closest to you by dialing: 327-4342 Philly‟s finest
790-3935
Jason‟s Deli – Sandwiches and more E. Broadway 790-7000 N. Oracle Rd. 407-1100 Jimmy John‟s – sandwiches Jack‟s BBQ (caters but not orders for parties) 206-9999 750-1280
Italian
Verona (Only for parties) Ascolese‟s Italian 722-2722 623-0313
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Indian
India Oven Catering Ghandi Cusine of India New Delhi Palace Cuisine Kababeque 326-8635 292-1738 296-8585 388-4500
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HOUSE CLEANING FREE ESTIMATES A MAID TO ORDER MERRY MAIDS THIS CLEAN HOUSE 790-3195 745-6622 321-0932
YARD CARE - INSURED FREE ESTIMATES A YARD ABOVE THE REST BASHAM LANDSCAPING 751-7488 690-5868
HANDYMAN YOUR HANDYMAN 406-6340
Ricardo Lopez “Affordable, professional handyman service” Installation, Repair, Maintenance, Local References (painting, landscaping, irrigation, roofing, concrete, tile, flagstone, pavers, lawn, block)
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ADAPTIVE AIDS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED LOCAL: ASSISTECH Marsha Neilson 2738 N Cambell Ave Toll free: 1-866-674-3549 CATALOGS: ANN MORRIS CAROLYN‟S www.annmorris.com 1-800-537-2118 www.carolynscatalog.com
HADLEY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND 800-323-4238 or 847-446-8111 INDEPENDENT LIVING AIDS, INC. www.independentliving.com LS and S www.lssgroup.com LIGHTHOUSE 800-537-2118
800-468-4789
800-829-0500
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www.lighthouse.org MAXI AIDS www.maxiaids.com 800-522-6294
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RECREATION RESOURCES Southern Arizona Association for the Visually Impaired SAAVI – Heath & Wellness Gym Our clients that participate in the Health & Wellness program have access to the following programs:
SAAVI Fitness Center SAAVI Trained Fitness Instruction Recreational activities sponsored by SAAVI SAAVI Sports including: Goalball, Beep Baseball, Swimming, Weight Lifting & More
Wellness room is in two areas - one with a focus on physical wellness and the other to focus on movement and spatial awareness. We specifically offer classes in chair exercises, movement for seniors, weight training and cardio. Contact Lisa Banta- 520-795-1331 ext: 230 City of Tucson Parks & Recreation 900 S. Randolph Way 520-791-4873 Aquatics, sports, leisure & adaptive recreation.
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University of Arizona – Adaptive Fitness Gym Exercise programs are designed to fit your goals. Assessments and treatments are provided for short term or on-going needs. A variety of weight lifting and conditioning equipment is available. Adaptive Fitness Gym is open to individuals with disabilities in the Tucson community with 4 month and yearly memberships available. 1224 E. Lowell Street • Tucson, AZ 85721 Contact Sherry Santee (626-5490) Kino Community Center 2805 E. Ajo Way Tel: 740-4651 For Seniors Club contact Shelly Rose on 243-6348 Aces Senior Center 701 West Wetmore Road Room 186A Tel: 696-5208 Catalina Senior‟s Program 16526 North Oracle Road Tel: 825-9011
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Picture Rock Seniors Program 5615 North Sanders Road Tel: 682-7166 Jewish Community Center 3800 East River Road Tel: 299-3000 Y.M.C.A. Tel: 623-5200 Call this number to contact one near you. PARKS & RECREATION SENIOR PROGRAMS (AGE 50+) Fees are $1.50 to $1.75 per day Fred Archer Neighborhood Center (Sunnyside Senior Program) 1665 S. La Cholla Blvd (between Ajo and Starr Pass) Tel: 791-4355 Monday – Saturday. Monday and Saturday Senior Club at no extra cost.
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Armory Park Senior Center 220 S. 5th Avenue (Downtown) Tel: 791-4865 Cherry Avenue Recreation Center 5085 South Cherry Avenue (south of Irvington) Tel: 791-4497 William Clements Recreation Center 8155 East Poinciana (near Pima College East Campus) Tel: 791-5787 El Pueblo Neighborhood Center 101 West Irvington Road Tel: 791-4629 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2:00 – 5:00 El Rio Neighborhood Center 1390 West Speedway Boulevard Tel: 791-4683 Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Morris K Udall Regional Center (Seniors age 62+) 7200 East Tanque Verde Road Tel: 791-4931 Senior Center – age 50+ free.
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SOCIAL CLUBS SAAVI Alumni Group After you finish your GOALS and STARS classes, consider joining the SAAVI ALUMNI!! The SAAVI ALUMNI meets on Thursdays from 9:30AM – 12:00PM. Contact MILLY at 325-5275 Tucson Society of the Blind (TSB) Jenna Peyton, President 886-1913 Cyndi Brooks, Vice President 620-6652 Tucson Society of Blind P.O. box 57655 Tucson AZ 85732
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TUCSON-PIMA PUBLIC LIBRARY www.tppl.org/people with disabilities.htm INFORMATION – 791-4010 Assistive Technology Devices for People with Disabilities: Library users with visual or hearing impairments can access information in a variety of formats, available at special libraries. For more information please contact Terry Nordbrock at Main – 791-4393. Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Large screen magnifiers at: Main, Green Valley, Nanini, Wilmot and Valencia Illuminated Magnifiers Locations: Main, Mission and Wilmot Kurzweil Reading Edge Fully integrated book reader at: Nanini and Woods Arkenstone Open Book Book reader and personal computer at: Main, Columbus, Mission and Green Valley
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Dragon Locations: Main Jaws Locations: Main, Mission and Green Valley Brailler Locations: Main Ducksbury Braille Editing software: Main Descriptive Videos Verbal description of non-verbal action and settings at: Most Branches, More at Main and Green Valley Closed Caption Videos Located at all branches. Text Telephone (TTY & TTD) Location: Main Books on CD Location: All branches
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Large Print Books Location: All branches These devices are available at named branches, free of charge during regular business hours.
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CONSUMER RESOURCES National Library Service for the Blind Talking Books/ AZ Newsline / Jobline Tel: 1-888-657-7323 To look for what books are offered: www.loc.gov/nls Arizona State Braille and Talking Book Library 1030 North 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85008 1-800-225-5578 Sun Sounds Radio Reading Service www.sunsounds.org „Tell Me‟ Phone Service Tel: 1-800-555-8355 Braille Bible International 1-800-522-4253 Qwest Center for Customer‟s with Disabilities Tel: 1-800-223-3131 www.qwest.com
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Directory Assistance Tel: 411 Vision Enhancement Magazine Order online – www.visionenhancement.org Mobile Podiatry Vans that go into the community to provide services Tel: 628-7871 ext 156 Healthy Feet Are Happy Feet Hanne Owens, RN, BSN To set up home or office visit (home service on a very limited basis) Tel: 579-4340 Literacy Volunteers of Tucson 520-882-8006 Literacy Volunteers of Tucson (LVT) believes that everyone should have the opportunity to learn to read, write and/or speak English. http://www.lovetoread.org/ FREE INFORMATION – free 411 1-800-free-411 or 1-800-3733-411
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Southern Arizona VA Health Care System Services for the Veterans with Vision Loss VIST Coordinator 520-792-1450 3601 S. 6th Avenue Tucson, AZ 85723 US Department of Health and Human Services National Eye Institute 301-496-5248 2020@nei.nih.gov www.nei.nih.gov 2020 Vision Place Bethesda, MD 20892 Or 31 Center Drive MSC 2570 Bethesda, MD 20892
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EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Hadley School for the Blind 700 Elm Street Winnetka, Illinois 60093 Tel: 800-323-4238 www.hadley-school.org Pima Community College Tel: 206-4500 www.pima.edu Pima County Adult Education (PCAE) Tel: 206-6500 www.cc.pima.edu/pcae University of Arizona Office of Continuing Education and Academic Outreach Tel: 621-7724 1-800-955-8632 www.ceao.arizona.edu U OF A Disability Resource Centerhttp://drc.arizona.edu/ 520-621-326
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Tucson College 7310 East 22nd Street Tel: 296-3261 ITT Technical Institute 1455 West River Road Tel: 408-7488 Apollo College 3550 North Oracle Road Tel: 888-5885
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CONSUMER EDUCATION & ADVOCACY RESOUCES AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND www.afb.org 800-232-5463 ASSOCIATION FOR MACULAR DISEASES www.macula.org 212-605-3719 AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND www.acb.org 800-424-8666 ARIZONA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND www.aztecfreenet.org/azcb 602-273-1510 BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION www.bva.org 800-669-7079
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FOUNDATION FIGHTING BLINDNESS www.blindness.org 800-683-5555 GLAUCOMA RESEARCH FOUNDATION www.glaucoma.org 800-826-6693 LIGHTHOUSE INTERNATIONAL www.lighthouse.org 800-829-0500 MACULAR DEGENERATION INTERNATIONAL www.maculardegeneration.org 800-683-5555 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF ARIZONA www.nfbarizona.com 520-733-5894 PREVENT BLINDNESS AMERICA www.prevent-blindness.org 800-331-2020
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INFORMATION, REFERRAL & SUPPORT SERVICES PIMA COUNCEL ON AGING 520-790-0504 (Central Administration Office) 520-790-7262 (Intake Helpline) The area agency on ageing, PCOA is a clearing – house of information on programs for older adults. Countywide non-medical home and community based support services for older adults and people with disabilities; provides referrals to Catholic Social Services, Family Counseling Agency, Jewish Family & Children Services, and Marana Health Center.
INFORMATION & REFFERAL SERVICES, INC. www.ourfamilyservices.org & 520-881-1794 or 800362-3474 A guide to Services in Tucson & Pima County. Provides a directory of resources and information & referral on a wide variety of services available.
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DIRECT Center for Independence, Inc. 520-624-6452 Information, referral, and support services for people with disabilities. Services include Home Access Program, Advocacy for people with disabilities, Benefits Planning Assistance (SSI, SSDI) and Outreach, Peer Counseling, Housing Referral, and Independent Living Skills. Call to learn about additional services.
SENIOR RESOUCE NETWORK 520-795-7480 Information and referral on any subject related to older adults.
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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES COPE Behavioral Services, Inc. 82. S. Stone Ave Tucson, AZ 85701 520-792-3293 CODAC Behavioral Health Services, Inc. 3100 N. First Ave. Tucson, Az 85719 520-327-4505 La Frontera Center, Inc. 2099 E. River Road. Tucson, AZ 85719 520-299-5753 or 520-884-9920 SAMHC Behavioral Health Services 2502 N. Dodge Blvd #190 Tucson, AZ 85716 NO-COST HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT 24 HOURS A DAY - 7 DAYS A WEEK Crisis number: 520-622-6000 www.samhc.com
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1-800-555-TELL (8355) “TELL ME” Phone Service
Free telephone reading service Covers – stock quotes, news center, sports, entertainment, travel, popular short cuts
VOICE ACTIVATED BY MAIN MENU
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TMM Family Services Inc.
________________________________________ Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program For Minor Rehab Projects
About TMM Family Services, Inc: TMM has CDBG Grant Funds Available Up to 4,999.00 Per Home For Minor Rehabilitation Occupied Homes within The City of Tucson.
roof repairs – heating & cooling – water heaters – doors & windows – other related repairs
ANNUAL INCOME LIMITS Household size Annual Income 1 Person 30,800 2 Person 35,200 3 Person 39,600 4 Person 44,000 5 Person 47,500
Contact Office Assistant Vicki Hamnett 3127 E. Adams St. Tucson, AZ 85716-3611 520-322-9557
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INTRODUCING JITTERBUG the simple cell phone experience.
Simple. Bigger, backlit buttons. Bright, large text. Powerful speaker sounds loud and clear. Helpful. Live, friendly 24-hour Jitterbug operators can make calls for you, provide directory assistance and add names to your phone list. Affordable. Service starts at just $10 a month. No long distance or roaming fees. No contracts.
Live 24 hour operators always at your services!!!!
Available at: BEST BUY & SEARS
Find a location near you: 1866-775-9291
www.jitterbug.com
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Walgreens EMERGENCY
MEDICAL IDENTIFICATION
This Emblem Could Save Your Life
$16.95
It is recognized by Emergency Medical Personal All over the World, and can alert them to Special Medical Conditions That May Threaten Your Life Medical identification Tags are Recommended for People with Any Non-Obvious Medical Condition, Including: *Diabetes *Penicillin Allergy *Heart Disease *Epilepsy *Multiple Sclerosis *Bee Sting Allergy *Hemophilia *Blood Type
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“Meals By The Week” By Rae E.R. Frantz, Ph.D 520-741-9020 7 complete, delicious, nutritious meals delivered to your home for just $45 in town - $50 out of town. I do all the shopping, meal planning, clean and soak all veggies and fruit. All the food is prepared, put in appropriate containers, placed in lidded cases with ice packs and delivered to your home in the same day. Delivery is on Sunday and Thursday, depending on which part of the town you live. Seven meals are delivered at one time. Here are some examples: Corned Beef and Cabbage with boiled potatoes in au jus. Turkey, Chicken or Beef Enchiladas/melted cheese & refried beans. Lasagna, green salad/dressing and garlic toast. Port roast, sage dressing, apple cause and green beans New England boiled dinner (ham, cabbage, potatoes, carrots and onions) Broiled or baked fish fillet, buttered potato with chives and beets Beef, chicken or pork chow mien with rice and noodles. Try it for a week …you are not obliged in any way whatsoever. Call me to discuss your individual needs. Are you a vegetarian? Do you have high blood pressure? Overweight? Underweight? What are the foods you don‟t like?
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& small landscape
Available whenever you require any house cleaning outside planting or tree/shrub trimming window cleaning – customized requests – reliable friendly service – satisfaction guaranteed free estimates
CALL MARGARITE 520-260-2838
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SAAVI ALUMNI
A note from the Alumni:
Dear SAAVI friend, After you finish your classes, consider joining the SAAVI ALUMNI!! The SAAVI ALUMNI meets on Thursdays from 9:30AM – 12:00PM. The members enjoy interesting and fun programs including potlucks, music, field trips, and awesome guest speakers. It is a neat way to build friendships and share ideas with other individuals with vision loss. If you have any questions, or need a schedule, please contact MILLY at 3255275. The members of SAAVI ALUMNI would enjoy meeting you!!