Barbara Meneely
with Audio Information Network of Colorado

Over the last 8 years, Barbara Meneely has read the Berthoud Recorder newspaper to blind people.

Radio Reading Service of the Rockies, now renamed Audio Information Network of Colorado, was developed in 1990 by Executive Director, David Dawson. He created this source for the visually impaired to receive news, TV guides, grocery advertisements, obituaries and other necessary printed information.

AINC programming is broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Statewide, AINC volunteers, like Meneely, read almost 100 different regional newspapers. Her weekly program airs on Mondays at 2:30 pm. Meneely admits, "I have people who are depending on me!"

Listeners can tune in using several different communication methods. The typical listener is assigned a radio pre-tuned with available channels for listening to news read by volunteers. Meneely attests to the ease and comfort of reading for AINC, "This gives me the leisure of doing it from home."

AINC programs can also be heard through stereo television by tuning into PBS's secondary audio program. Rocky Mountain PBS is developing new digital radios for AINC. Live broadcasts are heard toll free by telephone or on the internet at www.aincolorado.org. Programs are aired in English and Spanish.

Additionally, Meneely is the Board of Directors President for AINC. Kat Lindgren, Director of Volunteer and Listener Services said, "Through her tireless proactive approach to development and expectation of involvement, she has set the standard for board participation." To become involved call: (877) 443-2001.

For information about volunteering with Audio Information Network of Colorado or other agencies, call the Volunteer Connection at 303-444-4904.