Tips from Emma Corcoran, used with permission. Emma’s based in Melbourne, Australia and these tips are mostly aimed at local people.
- One great thing I’ve done for the past 3 years is to be part of the Royal Inst. for the Blind (RVIB) talking book library. I think there is one in every state as I’ve just moved back from NSW and i belonged to the library there as well. I think they have a charge of $50 when you first join. [Ed: This information's now out of date - check out the talking books article for more current information.]
- Also, for those who may be interested in doing some study but can’t read … I recommenced study at Deakin Uni (off-campus) this last semester. Their DRC (disability resource center) arranges for my texts and lecture notes to be put on tape and I get special allowances for exams.
- I’m an avid listener of Radio National, I find they have some fascinating programs which keep me in touch with what is happening in the world. This means I actually have some interesting conversation in me when I talk to friends (apart from moaning about how I’m feeling which isn’t very interesting!)
- Someone from a mailing list mailed me with an organic fruit and vegetable place which delivers in Melbourne… The Green Line. Ph. 03 98892299 (I don’t know if they have a net site).
