Meeting will focus on help for visually impaired

The Milton Disability Awareness Committee will host a "Community Link" forum at 7 p.m. Aug. 16 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall.

Empish Thomas, public education and referral specialist for the Atlanta Center for the Visually Impaired, will discuss and present a video highlighting the group's work, including a low-vision clinic, rehabilitation programs, support groups, counselors and other services tailored to different age groups and needs.

Information: www.cityofmiltonga.us.

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