THE METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON EAR, INC.

12061 Tech Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904

Phone (301)681-6636 

Fax (301)625-1986

information@washear.org

The Metropolitan Washington Ear: free services for blind, visually impaired, and physically disabled people who cannot effectively read print.


Contents

  • On-line Application
  • Dial In Newspaper and Magazine Service 
  • Dial In Telephone Function Keys
  • Dial-in Publications and Categories
  • Radio Reading Service and Program Guide
  • Audio Description
  • Other Services
  • What Is It?
  • Who is Eligible
  • Who Listens
  • Staff
  • Practical Tips For Everyday Living
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Funding
  • Links
  • NEW!  Guest Readers for the Washington Post
  • Washington Post Obituary
  • Margaret Pfanstiehl receives an award at the Kennedy Center

  • We have provided a link to the REAL.COM Website to download the Real Audio player. You download the FREE Real Audio by scrolling to the bottom of their webpage and clicking on " Real Player 8 Basic". This will enable you to hear the audio descriptive service samples, and the live radio broadcast. Real Audio Player

    RealAudio Logo Live Radio Broadcast Click Here RealAudio Logo

    RealAudio Logo Archive Radio Broadcast Click Here RealAudio Logo
    The Radio Reading Service is now available in RealAudio!


    BOARD OF DIRECTORS

    EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

    Brother Hilary Mettes, S.T., Chairman; Freddie L. Peaco , President Pro Tem;

    Dr. George Long, Vice President;Carolyn Post, Treasurer; Ann Curley, Secretary

    Board Members

    Dr. John Anderschat, Chester Pike Avery, Paul W. D'Addario,

     Constance Runyon, Lois Thibault, James Peaco

    Dr. Margaret R. Pfanstiehl, Founder


    Please E-mail us (or call 301-681-6636) if you would like a brochure, if you would like to volunteer, or if you have any other questions about the Washington Ear. To make a donation, mail to The Metropolitan Washington Ear, 12061 Tech Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

    information@washear.org



    Come back anytime and please tell your family and friends who may be able to use our services.
    Thanks!