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Solid Light Puts Accessibility Front and Center
As a Louisville institution for over 165 years, APH is thrilled to partner with another local business to bring The Dot Experience to Louisville, KY. Solid Light is a nationally recognized design firm that has worked on museums across the country. We spoke with...
Solid Light Puts Accessibility Front and Center
As a Louisville institution for over 165 years, APH is thrilled to partner with another local business to bring The Dot Experience to Louisville, KY. Solid Light is a nationally recognized design firm that has worked on museums across the country. We spoke with...
Experience a New Point of View: Learning with the Monarch
Every experience is a learning experience. For students who are blind or low vision, this may include an introduction to a new sound or touch, like the feel of a braille cell. Technology aids in the pursuit of knowledge, and the Monarch is no exception. With its
An Interview with Mike May: Helping Others Find Their Way with Wayfinding Technology
“The better you get around, the better you engage in life.” A pioneer in the accessible technology space and a record holder in downhill skiing, Mike May’s life proves that the possibilities are limitless. Mike says his mother gave him the freedom to explore after he...
Martha Majors oral history
Interview with Martha Majors, a teacher and leader from the Deafblind program, who has worked at Perkins School for the Blind for over 50 years. The post Martha Majors oral history appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
University of Nebraska researchers show role of cytokines in retinal cells
NEI-funded team demonstrates for the first time that cytokines play an important role in the development and regeneration of the retinal cells that degenerate in glaucoma. Read post NEI-funded team demonstrates for the first time that cytokines play an important...
APH Teams Up with the National Corvette Museum to Broaden Accessibility’s Reach
Helen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Those words rang true again after...
My Veterinary Externship at Leader Dog
My full circle experience Hi everyone! I’m Chelsea, and I’m thrilled to share my experiences as a veterinary extern at...
Meet APH Scholar Julie Hapeman
Julie Hapeman is a Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) for the Milwaukee Public School System. She...
Wellness Wednesday: Real Talk on Sleep: Personal Routines and Experiences
In Episode 41 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, share their personal...
Vision Tips for Older Adults September Is Healthy Aging Month
Maintaining our health and quality of life as we age requires us to prioritize the protection of our vision. Regular...
Beyond Policies: Advancing Inclusive Early Childhood in Brazil
In Brazil, 91% of children with disabilities are enrolled in schools; however, many teachers lack the proper knowledge...
Science News
#ShareYourVision | Why do you Share Your Vision?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR93fP0YUbU To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Fighting Blindness invites you to share your unique experiences with blinding diseases through our social media campaign, #ShareYourVision....
Q&A with Brittany Davis, Transitional Employment Specialist
The post Q&A with Brittany Davis, Transitional Employment Specialist appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse.
Ballot Marking Devices: An Accessible Vote of Confidence
As Election Day approaches, millions of New Yorkers are preparing to vote. If you’ve ever felt frustrated or discouraged trying to vote on a paper ballot that is too difficult to read, you are not alone. However, you can ease this stressful situation by using a Ballot...
The Many Ways of Giving
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Decades of Generosity Add Up
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Interactive Panel Discussion on Accessible Entertainment
How can users with vision impairment access visual media? Join expert panelists for this insightful discussion! This...
Assistive Tech Discussion with Spectrum Featuring Xumo
Xumo is Spectrum’s new streaming device, giving customers a modern way to access their Guide, On Demand library, and...
Technology News
2024 BIT Halloween Ball!
The Blind Institute of Technology™ cordially invites you to join us for the 2024 BIT Halloween Ball! We truly appreciate your past support of BIT, and we hope you will continue to partner with us this year. Event Details Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM...
Urban Xplorer Cane: A New Era in Mobility with AWarewolf Gear
In this episode of Blind Abilities, hosts Pete Lane and Jeff Thompson are joined by Sedona Dave and Bari Azman from AWarewolfGear to introduce the latest innovation in cane design, the Urban Xplorer Cane. They delve into the features and benefits of this new product,...
Welcome to SSB!
Full Transcript In this episode, Peer Ambassadors, Amy and Maddy, introduce themselves and share their personal journeys, detailing how they became connected with State Services for the Blind (SSB). They discuss the support and guidance they received from SSB...
Wellness Wednesday: Navigating Therapy—Finding the Right Therapist and Knowing When to Seek Help
In Episode 37 of Wellness Wednesday, join hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, as they delve into the...
Save The Date – “BITS” of Brilliance Salesforce Org Jam
Image Description: This green BIT save the date webinar graphic has the BIT logo in the bottom right-hand corner, the...
Unlocking Potential: The Summer Transition Program Tours State Services for the Blind
Full Transcript The Students of the Summer Transition Program (STP), toured State Services for the Blind (SSB),...
Volunteer Story: Kathy Scott
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The Perspective: Clovernook Center Partners to Increase Accessibility Regionally and Nationally
Clovernook Center is improving access to the arts through accessibility audits with organizations regionally and around the country. “These audits help us provide candid feedback on current services and changes that would be useful to someone with visual impairments,”...
A day in the life of a TVI: Matt Tietjen
What's a typical day in the life of a TVI? Matt Tietjen, a teacher of students with visual impairments who specializes in CVI, shows us. The post A day in the life of a TVI: Matt Tietjen appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Enhancing Reading with the Monarch
Individuals who are blind or have low vision often need descriptions of their surroundings. From hearing about the layout of a room to understanding what others look like, this information is filtered through the eyes of friends or family members before it’s conveyed...
Brushstrokes of puppy training 🧑🎨
Our puppies in training spent the day at the Ringling Museum of Art, surrounded by timeless beauty. Each new...
Redefining Mobility: William Wiener Unveils the Innovations in the Fourth Edition of Foundations of Orientation and Mobility
The field of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is one that continuously evolves, driven by advancements in technology...
Woven Together
Construction on the new building for the Dot Experience progresses every day, but the education team isn’t waiting on...
Meet Cider and get ready for a bushel of fun! 🍎 🍂
This adorable puppy is sure to be the apple of your eye this fall. He’ll warm your heart as he romps around the...
Guide Dog News
Canine Enrichment – 5 Tips to Engage Your Dog’s Mind and Body
At Dogs Inc, our working dogs must keep their minds and bodies sharp. We’re not just talking about walks and playtime—it’s about engaging their mind as much as their body. Dogs thrive on mental stimulation and activities that challenge them in new ways. Whether you...
Spread your wings! 🦋 ✨ 💐
Watch Aurora spread her wings as she explores a magical land where freedom floats and hope blooms. In a garden of new growth and fresh beginnings, this little pixie is sure to make your heart flutter! 🌷🧚 🦋 Help enchanting pups like Aurora bring a new dawn to someone...
Put me in coach! ⚾️ 🐾
Check out these furry fans having a blast at the Bradenton Marauders game! ⚾️ These all-star pups may be in training, but one day, they’ll make it to the big leagues to change lives. 🏅 🐾
Happy #NationalSpoilYourDogDay 🐾 😌 ❤️
Today and every day, we ensure our pups live their best lives. Just see how Sasha enjoys her day of self-care.
The magic of making a difference 💜✨
International Assistance Dog Week is going strong, and we’re taking you back to where it all begins. That’s right,...
Training for that gold medal! 🥇
We don’t call them the Olympic athletes of the working dog world for nothing. Here’s to unleashing greatness and...
On The Road With Barry – Jacksonville, NC
Day one My client called me yesterday to ask me if I was still coming to Jacksonville. I told him that I was, and not...
Sports News
Will Is the Engine of my Dreams
Written by Szandra Szogedi on 28. Aug 2024 In 1997, at the age of 19, while most university students were exploring academic paths or indulging in the typical distractions of campus life, a young woman named Marta Arce Payno found herself embarking on a life-altering...
They Are Top Athletes and They Will Show it in Paris
Written by Nicolas Messner on 27. Aug 2024 / Photographs by Gabriela Sabau Sara Alvarez (ESP) is a triple Olympian judoka (Atlanta ‘96, Sydney ‘00 and Athens ’04). She is also a world championship finalist and today she is in charge of the sport department for IBSA...
Paris 2024 Blind Football: Preview, Schedule and How to Watch
Eight of the world’s strongest blind football nations to compete for a Paralympic podium finish in front of the prestigious Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel Tower Stadium on the Champs de Mars, with a blind football pitch in the centre and 13,000 seats surrounding the pitch...
President’s Blog: One year on
It has been exactly one year since the current IBSA Board was elected in Fatima, Portugal, on 1 July 2023. We are 12...
IBSA supercharges marketing efforts for blind sports
The International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) is super-charging its efforts to attract partners and investment in...
Astana, Kazakhstan, to host IBSA Powerlifting and Benchpress World Championships
The International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Powerlifting has announced that Astana, Kazakhstan, will host the...
Force, Monarchs and Renegades win gold at Southeast Qualifier
Twenty-two teams went head-to-head at the USABA Southeast National Goalball Qualifier, May 24-26, at the Smyrna...
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First eBraille Public Working Draft is Published
Over two years in the making, the first eBraille public working draft has been published. This is an exciting development in the future of digital braille as we ask for feedback, especially from organizations that have not yet been directly involved in the working...
APH Teams Up with the National Corvette Museum Broadening Accessibility’s Reach
‘Celebrating ten years of progress since the infamous sinkhole,’ the National Corvette Museum’s “Ground to Sky: The Sinkhole Reimagined” exhibit opened on June 14, 2024. According to the museum’s website, it was on February 12, 2014, at 5:38 AM that the museum...
National Dog Month: A History of Guide Dogs
To celebrate National Dog Month, APH Librarians are highlighting one of our favorite books about the history of guide dogs. A Brief History of Dog Guides for the Blind by Nelson Coon takes you through the long history of guide dogs, starting with one of the first...
Building a Better Future for Elementary School Students with the Monarch
Technology is constantly changing, opening a whole new world of possibilities that were unimaginable even ten years...
Exploring the World of Adapted Physical Education: Enhancing Inclusivity for Blind and Visually Impaired Students: Overcoming Challenges and Addressing Concerns
Parents and physical education teachers may hesitate when it comes to allowing their child or student who is blind or...
Paying It Forward: Honoring Our Influencers
The heart of The Dot Experience, APH’s new museum, comes from the real stories and lives of those who are blind or low...
Monarch Student Pilot Project Takes Flight
Earlier this year, APH focused on training more than 200 teachers across the country on the Monarch. They, in turn,...
Education News
What does Adapted Physical Education look like around the world?
Have you ever wondered what Adapted Physical Education (also known as APE) looks like and is it the same as gym class? To answer the second question quickly, no. The post What does Adapted Physical Education look like around the world? appeared first on Perkins School...
How to add routine and play-based learning into ECC strategies for young kids with CVI
Elise Darrow, TVI and O&M, discusses how to incorporate the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) into everyday routines with young children with CVI. The post How to add routine and play-based learning into ECC strategies for young kids with CVI appeared first on...
7 early literacy experiences for kids with CVI
Perkins educators Megan Connaughton and Amanda Toczylowski share early literacy ideas to help young kids with CVI build a strong foundation for learning. The post 7 early literacy experiences for kids with CVI appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Why full inclusion in a Brazilian college helps their students succeed
Here’s how a college student with multiple disabilities and low vision finds success in school. The post Why full...
Rare diseases and CVI explained
Learn about the CVI and rare disease connection, anecdotes from other CVI and rare disease parents, when to suspect...
5 steps to navigate vacations for kids with CVI
People with CVI and parents of CVIers weighed in with their best tips for navigating travel and enjoying vacation. The...
Recommended Reads on Revolutions and Coup D’états
Although revolutions may have caused much pain and suffering, books about revolutions can be very interesting reading!...