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White Cane Project
The Audio Information Network of Colorado (AINC) takes great pride in its commitment to empowering individuals who are blind or Low Vision. As part of this mission, AINC has partnered with the Colorado Lions Clubs to provide FREE white canes to those in need. We express our deepest gratitude to the Colorado Lions Clubs for…
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Celebrating AINC’s Award-Winning Volunteers
The Audio Information Network of Colorado (AINC) proudly congratulates two of its exceptional volunteers on winning the prestigious 2023 Jefferson County Senior Hero award. This esteemed recognition, hosted by the Seniors’ Resource Center and the Jefferson County Council on Aging, acknowledges the remarkable and ongoing contributions made by senior volunteers throughout the county. Join us…
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Surviving Hardship, Embracing Technology: Gilbert’s Story
Gilbert Sisneros grew up in Southern Colorado surrounded by his brothers and sisters. He comes from a hardscrabble family that had to work hard to survive the Great Depression. It was all hands-on deck for his parents and siblings. When he was nine years old, he was injured in an accident that severely injured his…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Summer 2023
Volunteer Spotlight Every month, Evan Starnes interviews the volunteer of the month to talk about what it means to be a volunteer, how they got involved, and of course, there is always time for some fun questions to spice up the show! Click here to access the Volunteer Spotlight Podcast. Volunteer of the month Volunteer…
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Audio Trekkers Hike: Unforgettable Adventure!
Bringing Print to Life Hike Saturday Aug. 12th, 7 AM | Royal Arch Trail (Chautauqua), Boulder, CO 2023 marks AINC’s third annual Bringing Print to Life Fundraising Hike with the Audio Trekkers! This supportive event pairs sighted guides with hikers who have some form of blindness or Low Vision. Each team works together to summit…
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Executive Director’s Corner: Awards
By Kim Ann Wardlow I and two other staff members attended the International Association of Audio Information Services (IAAIS) annual convention in Columbus, Ohio. What we do is very unique and it is always enjoyable to meet with others in the industry. There is always something to learn. After a two year hiatus, program of…
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Adventure and Resilience: Carol’s Story
Carol Custer is one of AINC’s newest listeners, and she’s a fan of some AINC Originals like Aftersight and Blind Level Tech. Carol has a soul full of adventure and doesn’t let vision loss keep her from being active. In fact, when AINC’s Listener Services Coordinator, Matt Kissane, called her, she was using the flashlight on her phone to organize…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Spring 2023
Volunteer of The Month is an AINC reward program to recognize volunteers for achieving excellence in their recorded programs. Recipients showcase consistent, high quality, and engaging episodes, and go above and beyond AINC expectations. If you are interested in volunteering, apply online! April: Mariel Paulina Canepa New York Times en Espanol Mariel Paulina Canepa is…
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Executive Director’s Corner: New Name
By Kim Ann Wardlow Spring has begun, and it is a busy time at AINC. We collaborated with Mile High United Way for an Earth Day volunteer event. May began with our inaugural Concert in the Dark fundraising event. There will be numerous resource fairs over the next few months where AINC will have a table.…
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Concert in the Dark
Are you looking for a new and exciting way to experience music? If so, you won’t want to miss the upcoming Concert in the Dark with Diane Schuur and musical guest Heart and Music. This concert is a unique opportunity to experience music in a new way while celebrating artists with vision loss. “I’ve been…
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Meet Michael Sisneros!
Our new Outreach and Listener Services Coordinator, Michael worked 20 years in the aviation industry which took him across the country and back to Colorado. He has a varied background, from selling diamonds, to healthcare, to owning his own business. He is excited to be back in Colorado and extremely excited to work with people…
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Listener Spotlight: Jere Rood
By Matt Kissane Jere Rood says, “I was born high, and I remain high.” Born in Leadville, Jere migrated to Aspen in 1973 after his divorce, and he hasn’t left. After his 20-year career as a teacher and counselor in Chicago and San Francisco, he quickly learned how to sustain an Aspen lifestyle by making…
