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Sandpoint resident describes how state commission services preserved employment and independence in reappointment hearing
Summary
An applicant for reappointment to the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired told the Health and Welfare Committee how commission services helped preserve her career and independence after sudden vision loss; the committee deferred a vote until the following day.
Boise — A Sandpoint resident seeking reappointment to the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired told the Senate Health and Welfare Committee that services from the commission helped her retain employment and independence after she lost her vision nearly 20 years ago.
The applicant, who identified herself in committee testimony using the name transcribed as Bridal Raukenheimer, said staff from the commission taught her to use assistive technology and mobility tools and that…
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