Monday, March 30, 2009

WE FOCUS ON OUR MEMBERS!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas main focus is on the blind and visually impaired members. There are many free programs and services available to them to help enrich their daily lives.

Members have the opportunity to enjoy each others company and interact with others in similar situations.

For those members who wish to work part-time, there is a Product and Kit Assembly Workshop, on-site.

For more information on member services and programs, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little." - Edmund Burke

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649-6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Friday, March 27, 2009

LOOK FOR OUR COMPUTER RECYCLING EVENTS!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada participates in and hosts Computer Recycling Events in the Las Vegas community. At these events, we help to give more information to those interested in finding out how to dispose of their old and unwanted computers and electronics so that they do not end up in the Nevada landfills.

The events are held at local government offices, local businesses and recreation centers. This is one way to inform the Las Vegas community about the Blind Center of Nevada and the many services that are provided.

For more information on computer recycling or other services, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000. Be sure to check our website, listed below, as it is updated daily with information on upcoming events.

"We can do no great things, only small things with great love." - Mother Teresa

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Thursday, March 26, 2009

HELP US TO GENERATE FUNDING!

Hello: At the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, we focus on computer/electronic recycling in order to generate funding for the services and activities at the Blind Center for the blind and visually impaired members.

Here is a partial list of acceptable items for recycling: personal computers, peripherals, laptops, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, servers, keyboards, mice, hubs, routers, switches, all cable, wiring racking, telephones/telephone equipment, cell phones, radios, VHS/DVD players, etc., whether they are in working order or not. We do not accept television sets at this time.

Items are sorted, graded, refurbished, reused, or broken down for parts.

For more information regarding computer/electronic recycling, or on member services and activities, please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"There is more happiness in giving than in receiving." - Acts, 20:35

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

WE SPECIALIZE IN DATA ERASURE!

Hello: At the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, we specialize in data erasure of hard drives in computers that are donated to us.

This procedure helps to make sure that your personal/professional information is removed and cannot be retrieved.

The donated computers are refurbished for reuse or recycled for scrap. All e-waste is kept out of the Nevada landfills which ensures a cleaner environment. The Blind Center of Nevada accepts all computer related electronics and cell phones.

For more information on donating, data erasure, or on becoming a member, please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"People never forget that helping hand especially when times are tough." - Catherine Pulsifer

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org



Tuesday, March 24, 2009

THANK YOU, VOLUNTEERS!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas would like to thank the many volunteers who help with the programs and services offered at the Blind Center for the blind and visually impaired members.

Volunteers give their time and themselves to make each day a little easier and more productive for the members who take classes, lessons, and join discussion groups.

Volunteers are much appreciated and the Blind Center of Nevada is always in need of new volunteers for new programs, and also to help with serving lunch and cleanup afterwards. If you are thinking of volunteering and you are not quite sure in what capacity you would like to help, please call the Blind Center of Nevada and ask for the Volunteer Coordinator.

For more information on the programs and services of the Blind Center of Nevada, or to become a volunteer, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

As an unknown author once said, "Being good is commendable, but only when it is combined with doing good is it useful."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Monday, March 23, 2009

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA HAS AN E-BAY STORE!

Hello: We would like to let everyone know that the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas has an E-Bay store where you can purchase computer related electronics. You can view the Blind Center E-Bay store by using the E-Bay ID - BlindCenterNV, once you are on the E-Bay website.

You can find other items for sale in our auctions on the E-Bay website. All items offered in the store and in the auctions help to generate the needed funding of the Blind Center of Nevada.

For more information regarding the Blind Center of Nevada, the E-Bay store and auctions, or to donate to the Blind Center, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

A quote to think about is, "Success has nothing to do with what you gain in life or accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others." - Danny Thomas

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642-6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Friday, March 20, 2009

SPRING BEGINS - OUR WORK CONTINUES!

Hello: It is the end of the work week at the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, and the first day of Spring! We offer a service of Computer Recycling and Data Erasure for companies and individuals. This important recycling provides employment and free services for the blind and visually impaired. Our Data Erasure service is offered, along with computer recycling, to help ensure protection of your personal/professional information.

We would like to mention that we are a "green" organization and very conscious of the environment. We keep all e-waste out of the Nevada landfills.

For more information on Computer Recycling, Data Erasure, or any of the free services offered to members, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

A wonderful quote by Tom Brokaw, "It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a difference."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Thursday, March 19, 2009

DATA ERASURE OFFERED!

Hello: At the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, along with computer recycling, Data Erasure is offered for your hard drives. This gives you peace of mind when you donate your computers for recycling. This service is offered to protect your personal and/or business information.

The Data Erasure procedure is carried out in a secure facility with Department of Defense Standards and you will receive a Certificate verifying that the erasure has been completed.

For more information on Data Erasure, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, and ask for the Data Sanitization Department. Also, please visit our website listed below.

"Protect your future, sanitize your hard drives."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

VOLUNTEERING IS VERY FULFILLING!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas is always in need of volunteers to help with the many programs and activities.

Members are in need of personal assistance to help them scan their mail, navigate, and assist them with their daily events.

Volunteering at the Blind Center is very fulfilling in that the members are appreciative of the help given to them.

For more information on becoming a volunteer at the Blind Center of Nevada, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"Volunteers are like the sun, bringing sunshine into the lives of others." - ER

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

HAPPY SAINT PATRICK'S DAY - THINK "GREEN!"

Hello: Happy Saint Patrick's Day from everyone at the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas!

In the spirit of wearing green, why not think "green!"

The Blind Center of Nevada is doing its part to keep our environment "green" and clean, by e-waste recycling.

We accept for donation any and all computer equipment and electronics, except for televisions. We also offer data erasure to eliminate your personal and/or business information so that no one can ever retrieve that information.

For more information on acceptable donation items, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"Being 'green' means being responsible."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org/

Monday, March 16, 2009

WE NEED TO RECYCLE!

Hello: We need to recycle at the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, as we keep all e-waste out of the landfills in Nevada to help the environment, and to provide employment, free services and varied programs for the members.

Recycling e-waste is being kind to humanity, as well as directly helping the blind and visually impaired members of the Blind Center.

Please keep the Blind Center of Nevada in mind when you feel the need to dispose of any electronics. Your donations are needed to help with our mission and goals.

Please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below for further information.

"Be thoughtful, please recycle."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Friday, March 13, 2009

RECYCLING E-WASTE CREATES JOBS!

Hello: We speak so much about computer/electronic recycling at the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas because this free e-waste recycling is what creates jobs for some of the members and helps to fund the free services and programs.

We accept all computer related electronics, working or non-working. We do not accept televisions at this time.

We offer data-erasure to rid your hard drive of any personal or business information so that no one can ever retrieve it.

For more information on Computer Recycling, Data Erasure or of any services or programs offered by the Blind Center of Nevada, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

"Recycling creates employment and helps the lives of many."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Thursday, March 12, 2009

COMPUTER/ELECTRONIC RECYCLING IS IMPORTANT!

Hello: Computer/electronic recycling is important to the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas for many reasons. First, the proceeds help fund the many activities and services, along with providing employment for some of the members.

Recycling is a free and easy way to assist in the effort to make our environment cleaner and healthier. It is better to refurbish and reuse, instead of throwing the e-waste into the landfills of Nevada.

For further information about our programs and services, please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Please, "Recycle for now, and for the future."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org



Wednesday, March 11, 2009

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR WEBSITE?

Hello: For anyone who hasn't visited our website for the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas, please do so, as you will find much information regarding the activities and the workings of the Blind Center.

You can find information, also, on Computer Recycling, Services Offered, Volunteering and Donating, whether monetary or much needed food.

You can reach the Blind Center of Nevada through the website, listed below, or call (702) 642-6000.

Remember, "Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together." - Goethe

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org



Tuesday, March 10, 2009

RECYCLING IS ALWAYS BENEFICIAL!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas is always accepting e-waste for recycling, which provides employment and free services for the blind and visually impaired members. Recycling is beneficial for everyone, as it helps to keep the environment clean.

Some of the acceptable items for recycling are computers, laptops, monitors, printers, fax machines, scanners, routers, modems, copiers, telephones/telephone equipment and cell phones. All items accepted are kept out of the landfills in Nevada. Data erasure is also available to "clean" the hard drive of any personal or business information that you do not wish to be retrieved by anyone.

For more information on acceptable items for recycling, or more information on data erasure, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Please remember, "Recycle and reuse, as we all benefit." - ER

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org/

Monday, March 9, 2009

THE "WORKSHOP" TEACHES JOB SKILLS!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas would like to tell you about our "Workshop" for the blind and visually impaired.

Companies in the Las Vegas area provide materials for assembly by the members at the Blind Center, who wish to work. Types of work varies from putting the backs on magnets, labeling containers, packaging velcro, and folding instructional inserts, just to name a few.

The Workshop helps to teach job skills, as well as providing an income for the members.

For more information on becoming a member, or to contact us to fulfill your work order in our Workshop, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Please remember, "The world is moved not only by the mighty shoves of the heroes but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker." - Helen Keller

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Friday, March 6, 2009

LOOKING FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS!

Hello: The Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas is always in need of new volunteers to help with our many programs and activities, along with personal assistance to the members. This would involve helping them to navigate around the Blind Center property, and during the weekly shopping trips.

Volunteers are also needed to assist with serving lunches and clean-up after lunch.

For more information on becoming a volunteer, or a member of the Blind Center of Nevada, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

As said, "I have been the recipient of love and service, therefore I can love and serve. There is great satisfaction in service to others, in seeing people and their conditions change." - Clarence E. Hodges

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Thursday, March 5, 2009

WE ARE ALWAYS ACCEPTING E-WASTE!

Hello: Various times throughout the year, the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas holds recycling events to promote the free recycling of e-waste. These events help to raise awareness on keeping the environment clean, not only for our generation, but for generations to come. Recycling also provides employment and free services for the blind and visually impaired members at the Blind Center of Nevada.

Whether there are events scheduled or not, we are always accepting equipment at the Blind Center for free recycling. We also provide a data erasure service.

For more information on acceptable items for recycling, the data erasure service, or on becoming a member of the Blind Center of Nevada, please call (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Please remember, "Stop being wasteful; recycle, re-use, and save the environment." - ER

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org/

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

"DRAMA IN THE HOUSE" IS JUST ONE!

Hello: There are many programs and activities being offered to members of the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas. We would like to spotlight two of our activities that are enjoyed by our members and partly funded by your donations.

"Drama in the House" is just one activity that takes place each Monday and Wednesday. This is a way for the members to perform their acting skills and entertain the other members.

The "Reading Club" is another activity on Wednesdays for the members to share their thoughts on the reading material they have chosen.

For further information on our programs and activities, or to make a donation, please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Remember, "Unless a man undertakes more than he possibly can do, he will never do all that he can." - Henry Drummond

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

PLEASE RECYCLE YOUR E-WASTE!

Hello: We are in need of computers and related electronics for recycling in order to provide employment and free services for the blind and visually impaired at the Blind Center of Nevada in Las Vegas.

One hundred percent (100%) of the recycling proceeds goes directly to fund the services and programs at the Blind Center.

Without the donations of computers and other e-waste, some of the programs may not be able to be offered.

For further information on items accepted for donation, or on our free services and programs, please contact the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

Remember, "Continually give, continually gain." - Chinese proverb

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, Nv 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org



Monday, March 2, 2009

LISTEN TO THE RADIO SHOPPING SHOW!

Hello: For those in Las Vegas, please listen to The Radio Shopping Show on KSHP AM1400 on your radio, as our data erasure service is available at a discounted price, as long as you are donating an unwanted computer to the Blind Center of Nevada. It is important to have this service to keep your personal and business information unavailable to anyone who may try to retrieve it.

For further information on donating e-waste and data erasure, please call the Blind Center of Nevada at (702) 642-6000, or visit our website listed below.

So, "Please donate your computers and other e-waste to help the blind and visually impaired in Las Vegas."

BLIND CENTER OF NEVADA
1001 N. Bruce Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702.642.6000 Phone
702.649.6739 Fax
E-mail: blog@blindcenter.org
http://www.blindcenter.org