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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 what at first seemed like a loss, became an evident win. Rewind to April 2023 when APH’s Tactile Town, an interactive 3D model that
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 Leader Dogs for the Blind. My connection to this organization is both personal and professional, and it’s been a rewarding journey so far. From...
Meet APH Scholar Julie Hapeman
Julie Hapeman is a Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) for the Milwaukee Public School System. She serves on the district’s Assistive Technology Access Team, is a Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (CATIS), supports other...
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 experiences with sleep and the routines they've developed to improve their rest. They open up about the challenges they've faced in finding the right balance...
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 eye exams and early detection are essential for maintaining good eye health, just like many other aspects of our overall health. The post Vision Tips...
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 and skills to help them learn. The post Beyond Policies: Advancing Inclusive Early Childhood in Brazil appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Cultivating Math Skills on the Monarch with KeyMath
Adapting math lessons for students who are blind or have low vision takes patience and creativity. Teachers of the...
U. Minnesota researchers discover potential new pathway to prevent age-related macular degeneration
The team identified small molecules that can reduce the production of proteins linked to age-related macular...
Accessible voting in Massachusetts
All registered Massachusetts residents can prepare for the upcoming general election by becoming informed and taking...
The latest mpox outbreak and its threat to vision
NIH-funded investigators break down what is known about the virus' effect on the eye and management of ocular...
The Monarch Supports a New Era of Visual Learning
80% of learning is visual, and teachers often tailor their lessons accordingly. This often presents barriers for...
Keep swimming: perspective from Paralympian Aspen Shelton
Hi, I’m Aspen Shelton, a blind and paralyzed Paralympic Swimmer for Team USA. I was born prematurely at 26 weeks,...
Science News
#ShareYourVision | Sam Seavey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQJHo0TC6m0 #ShareYourVision with Sam Seavey, “The Blind Life” YouTuber with Stargardt disease. To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Fighting Blindness invites you to share your unique...
The Good Hands People Give Back
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Honoring his Brother’s Life, and the Organization that was a Big Part of it
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Preparing the Next Generation of Readers (and Leaders)
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The Importance of Family
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Scholarship Recipients Encouraged to Use Their Natural Creativity
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A Great Time for Summer in the City
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Technology News
Wellness Wednesday: Challenging “Normal”: Embracing Our Unique Differences
In Episode 38 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, dive into the concept of "normal." They explore questions such as: What does "normal" mean? Who defines it, and for whose benefit? Isn't it our differences that make us unique?...
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Celebrating 34 Years of the ADA and Explaining the Latest DOJ Web Accessibility Regulations!
Join us Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11:30 MT for a very special webinar! We will be celebrating the 34th year since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and exploring the latest DOJ regulations! We will be joined by Ken Nakata, former senior DOJ...
Volunteer Story: Kathy Scott
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Volunteer Story: Kathy Scott
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Assistive Technology: Paying It Forward
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Believe it or not, I enjoy sightseeing
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Lifestyle News
Recommended Reads: A world of fiction
Looking for a little escape as the days become shorter and colder? Check out these books that will take you on fantastic adventures around the globe! The post Recommended Reads: A world of fiction appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Veteran’s Day
This Veteran’s Day —and every day— Dogs Inc honors, celebrates, and thanks our nations heroes who have sacrificed so much for our collective freedom. Dogs Inc also celebrates and thanks @PetSupermarketStores and its customers for their generous support for our...
Sleepy heads and warm hearts 💕
Cuddle puddle, anyone? 💜 #SundaySnuggles
Field trip alert! 🚨
Tractors, treats, and training! Our service dogs in training took a field trip to Tractor Supply, and let’s just say,...
Achieving Academic Success with the Monarch
With the proper tools and support, students who are blind or have low vision can achieve academic success with the...
Middle and high school math teachers at schools of the blind survey
Math is a hot topic! If you are a math teacher at a school for the blind, please share your experiences! The post...
Atiqa’s journey: from shyness to learning with Perkins
Explore Atiqa's empowering educational journey. Find out how she became a fast learner through the guidance of...
Guide Dog News
“Taylor Made for Love” | Dogs of Destiny
Young Cayleigh felt like she’d lost everything—until she found her dog, Taylor. This Gold Star Family dog brought back the joy that was missing since Cayleigh lost her Army dad. Watch this segment from Cayleigh’s story excerpted from our first episode of our web...
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 Leader Dogs for the Blind. My connection to this organization is both personal and professional, and it’s been a rewarding journey so far. From...
Once Upon a Time with Aurora!
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Once Upon a Time What’s better than a fairytale? Me, a real-life puppy! When you join PupPal for only $19 a month, you’re helping loving dogs like Aurora give their heart to someone in need....
Las Vegas Charity Weekend 2024
Happy Trails, Happy Tails. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the 43rd Annual William W. Winpisinger...
So much love for our skilled companions 💜
Love, companionship, hope—words can’t fully describe the life-changing impact of a skilled companion dog. When the...
“From Broken to Outspoken” | Dogs of Destiny
Despite injuries on and off the battlefield, Army veteran Monica Sereda pressed on to become a Paralympic cyclist for...
Ace to the Rescue
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Ace to the Rescue A legend to the...
Sports News
We Are Proud and Happy
Written by Nicolas Messner on 26. Aug 2024 / Photographs by Gabriela Sabau, Tamara Kulumbegashvili Janos Tardos is the IBSA Judo Chair, a member of the IJF Sport Commission and he will be the Technical Delegate for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 that are about to...
The Paralympic Games Are in Working Order
Written by Nicolas Messner on 23. Aug 2024 / Photographs by Gabriela Sabau The fever for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has barely subsided, that of the Paralympic Games is starting to rise. From 28th August thousands of athletes and scores of delegations will once...
Mountain Bike Trail Assessments
Trail Assessments Continue Program Manager Felicia took a turn last Friday in the Nuke Offroad Recumbent Handcycle by ReActive Adaptations during another trail assessment, with Jeff from Vermont Adaptive and Kenzie from the Vermont Mountain Bike Association. This...
Watch live: Paris 2024 Paralympics blind football draw
The groups for blind football at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be drawn on Saturday (25 May) as teams prepare...
Where in the World Is…
Former Intern: Kevin Maichen Summer of 2017, Vermont Adaptive South Central (Pico) & Senior Program Coordinator...
Hosts Georgia secure two medals, judoka edge towards Paris
By the IJF | Szandra Szogedi The opening day of the IBSA Judo Grand Prix delivered double gold for hosts Georgia as...
USABA and Google Pixel Announce Marketing Collaboration
(May 16, 2024) – The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) is proud to announce a collaboration with Google,...
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Braille News
Blindness History Basics: A Brief History of the Refreshable Braille Display
Braille, introduced by Louis Braille in Paris, France in 1829, has opened up the world of reading and writing for people who are blind or low vision. The system isn’t perfect, however, and in its ordinary form, paper braille is bulky. Print documents need to be...
Connect the Dots Event Explores Access Through Touch and Texture
On Saturday, July 13th, fifty visitors attended “Touch and Texture,” the latest in our education series, Connect the Dots, at the South-Central Regional Library. Powered by PNC Foundation, these events create opportunities for families and children to explore big...
Making Middle School Lessons More Accessible with the Monarch
Tactile maps give people who are blind or low vision a sense of their surroundings. Through careful study, a mental picture starts to form inside their heads, much like a visual image unfolds for someone with typical vision. While maps are most commonly used during...
An Artist’s InSight: An Interview with Tavish Gillian
Every year since 1992, blind and low vision artists across the globe send impressive artworks to the American Printing...
Braille Institute Announces 2024 Community Hero Awards Recipients
Honoring organizations that play an important role in braille literacy LOS ANGELES, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ —...
Supplement Geography Lessons with the Monarch and TGIL
Understanding the world around you can be difficult when you cannot see it clearly. A tactile globe and atlas are...
Soaring Across the Globe: Teacher Trainings Take Monarch to Canada and the UK
Soaring across the globe, the Monarch renders braille and tactile graphics on the same surface, allowing students to...
Education News
Why inclusive outdoor recreation is possible and necessary
We need more inclusive outdoor recreation spaces but many don't think it's possible. Perkins in Asia works with parents to show others how. The post Why inclusive outdoor recreation is possible and necessary appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
A day in the life with CVI: Molly Field
Welcome to a day in the life with 23 year-old UK resident Molly, who has CVI, from her work goals to drumming to decompress. The post A day in the life with CVI: Molly Field appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Recommended Reads: Hiking and camping
Follow the mountain path and find a comfortable spot at the campsite so you can enjoy these hiking and camping-themed Recommended Reads. The post Recommended Reads: Hiking and camping appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
A day in the life with CVI: Omer
Welcome to a day in the life with junior high student, Omer, who has CVI and cerebral palsy, from his morning routine...
BCC Executive Recognized as a Finalist for a Los Angeles Business Journal Award
The Blind Children’s Center (BCC) is proud to announce that Chief Executive Officer, Sarah Orth, M.P.A., was...
How Luka’s CVI diagnosis provided understanding, community, and healing
Medical mom Sarah shares the challenges of obtaining a CVI diagnosis for her son Luka, even as all the signs pointed...
Family Event Update: NH Charge Walk and Roll Event
Family Consultant Sue Hollis joined our New Hampshire families for a fun event! The post Family Event Update: NH...