Mission: WRRS/RADPRIN is an essential lifelong educational resource for the Greater Lehigh Valley. WRRS/RADPRIN provides programming that stimulates and expands thought, broadens cultural horizons and promotes understanding of the issues of our diverse community and world.
Who is eligible? All people who are print handicapped in WRRS/RADPRIN's nine county transmission area are eligible to receive the service. The print handicapped are blind or visually impaired, or may suffer from muscular dystophy, cerebral palsy, stroke, arthritis or any condition that makes holdingreadingmaterials difficult. They are also anyone who suffers from a learning disability such as dyslexia.
How does it work? WRRS/RADPRIN broadcasts twenty-four hours a day , seven days a week on the sub-carrier frequency of 99.9 "The Hawk" . A special receiver is loaned to qualified individuals for as long as they need it. The receivers are the size of a standard table radio and are easy to use. Receivers are available for placement in group facilities such as nursing homes and hospitals to benefit multiple listeners.
How do I get a receiver? It's easy! Applicants need only call 610-861-5583 and arrangements will be made for the new listener to begin enjoying the service.
For more information about WRRS/RADPRIN please call 610-861-5583.
WRRS/RADPRIN thanks the following for their continued, generous support: The District 14 K Lions , radio station 99.9"The Hawk", V.I.A.B.L. and A.B.V.I.
WRRS/RADPRIN Board of Directors
Wayne Maura, President Clinton B. Walker, Ph.D, Vice President
TAPISTS, "LIVE READERS"- WRRS/RADPRIN can always use the services of tapists and or readers. These volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Tapists are asked to record articles and columns covering a wide varietyof interests, including sports, business news even the obituaries. Live readers are called upon to read local news, weather and other events "over the airwaves"! If you'd like to volunteer your services for either , contact Tom Eberts at the station weekdays at 610-861-5583!
UNDERWRITING - Opportunities to help at WRRS/RADPRIN abound, in the event that you are shy about taping or reading. Monetary support of our programming schedule is critically important! Businesses and individuals are encouraged to underwrite programs; we will be glad to discuss our fee schedule with you. Programs may be underwritten daily, weekly or bi-weekly and in either 1/2 or 1/4 hour segments. Some special programs are available on a one-time basis.
Please help..... for further underwriting info, call RADPRIN at 610-861-5583.
We earn money by turning in Redner's customers register tapes for cash rebates. All you need to do is request a card from the cashier that you present when checking out each time. Save your tapes and either bring them or mail them to the office so we can take them for processing. Every little bit helps!
