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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 to access recorded content. Xumo comes with pre-loaded apps, but is a Spectrum Guide forward experience. Best of all, customers now have access to a...
Wellness Wednesday: Navigating Anxiety and Aging: A Candid Conversation
In Episode 40 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, are joined by Blind Abilities own Jeff Thompson to talk about a subject that came up pre-show. Anxiety and Ageing. How it looks and how we feel about it. Everyone has a timeline...
APH Hive Helps Users Master the Monarch
As Monarchs begin to soar into classrooms this fall, we’re committed to ensuring that educators have everything they need to empower their students to spread their wings and fly. That’s why the APH Hive is thrilled to introduce “Mastering the Monarch“, a dynamic new...
Unboxing the Monarch: A Technological Approach
Imagine accessing materials by viewing one line of braille at a time. Now, picture interacting with them by intervals of ten lines with the added bonus of displaying tactile graphics. A more robust option than the traditional braille display, the Monarch opens up a...
Preparing Leader Dogs for Emergency Environments: Puppy Raising Group Outing
The journey to becoming a Leader Dog is as much about exposure and experience as it is about training. Leader Dog puppy counselors organize puppy class outings to give both the puppies and raisers new experiences to help make them more successful. About twice a year...
Brain wiring is guided by activity even in very early development
Researchers have identified how brain cells begin to coalesce into a wired network in early development before experience has a chance to shape the brain. Read post Researchers have identified how brain cells begin to coalesce into a wired network in early...
The Power of Disability Inclusion
Disability inclusion is powerful – because I have seen first-hand what it can be like when there is no regard for the...
New UH study targets early signs of vision loss in diabetic patients
A new study at the University of Houston College of Optometry will track the health of patients with prediabetes and...
NEI launches new funding mechanism: Grants for intramural investigators
A new NEI intramural grant program called “Innovate Together” enables intramural postdoctoral fellows and staff...
Recommended Reads: Swimming and swimmers
Whether you're headed to the pool or the beach, this book list is sure to make a splash. The post Recommended Reads:...
Jasper’s Story
Meet Jasper! A NEC family story. The post Jasper’s Story appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
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...
Science News
#ShareYourVision: Celebrating Blindness Awareness Month 2024 | Krystle Allen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxtSRvaOYM0 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....
#ShareYourVision this Blindness Awareness Month | James’ Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9E4wEwOh0vQ 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....
#ShareYourVision this Blindness Awareness Month | Jessie’s Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrAiE_ZRnsc 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....
The Warmest Welcome
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Providing the Right Combination of Business, Purpose and Service
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Mental Health Matters
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VISIONS 2024 | Keynote Speaker: Sam Latif, Procter & Gamble
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4V2EmZLwLk Keynote Speaker: Sam Latif, Senior Director, Company Accessibility Leader,...
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Aftersight’s 4th Annual Hike
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The Warmest Welcome
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Providing the Right Combination of Business, Purpose and Service
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Game Changers
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SSB Opportunities: Golf Event for Blind and Visually Impaired Students on June 17
Shane DeSantis joins Jeff Thompson in the Blind Abilities Studio to announce the June 17th Golf Event for students...
Gina Martin’s Journey Toward Founding Diverse Abilities is a Testament to Resilience and Transformation
Join us on Blind Abilities as we talk with Gina Martin, founder of Diverse Abilities. Diagnosed with Progressive Cone...
Wellness Wednesday: Finding Your True Self: Embracing Your Unique Journey
In this 34th episode of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explore the concept of...
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Friday, November 15
Date: November 15Location: Teleconference Details: All times listed are in Eastern. 9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time. 11 am: Alison's Community Cafe...
Thursday, November 14
Date: November 14Location: Teleconference Details: All times listed are in Eastern. 9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time. 11 am: Let's Talk Together We will...
Flagship AI-ready dataset released in type 2 diabetes study
Researchers today are releasing the flagship dataset from an ambitious study of biomarkers and environmental factors that might influence the development of type 2 diabetes, which is associated with a range of eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy.. Read post ...
Fall for Cider
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Fall for Cider This adorable puppy is...
Elevating the User Experience: Support for Monarch Users
The Monarch is making its way across the U.S. As it lands in the hands of students nationwide, the APH Customer...
Paris 2024 Results
The Results Books of the 3 IBSA Sports in Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are available. Read all the details of the...
Beyond the Dark at The Palladium 🎭
Reserve your seat today for this one-night-only event at The Palladium. https://www.dogsinc.org/palladium Things to...
Guide Dog News
If you can navigate the IKEA maze, you can navigate anything! 🧭
In a recent training session, our dogs built up their skills in the world of flat-pack furniture, exploring new sights, smells, and a whole showroom of distractions. As for being adorable, no instructions needed 💁 🐾
Ace Audio Film
Close your eyes and immerse yourself in the vibrant soundscape of the heroic tale and ride the soundwaves of an auditory adventure. Plus, the voices you’ll hear represent true stories of extraordinary dogs and their guardians—all graduates of Dogs Inc. Connect with us...
Preparing Leader Dogs for Emergency Environments: Puppy Raising Group Outing
The journey to becoming a Leader Dog is as much about exposure and experience as it is about training. Leader Dog puppy counselors organize puppy class outings to give both the puppies and raisers new experiences to help make them more successful. About twice a year...
A fit pup is a confident pup! 🏋️
From getting those steps in on the treadmill to practicing balance, our pups are loving every minute! Watch how we...
On the Road with Barry – Freeport, FL
Day one I felt weird all day: from the drive to the airport through the drive to Freeport. I’m going to Florida to see...
Puppy road trip! 🤠
Hey y’all, check out our puppy road trip 🤠 Our team took 12 wriggly pups on the road to the heart of Texas to meet...
Play time = best time 🤪 💜
Someone sure is excited about his bright future! With playful paws and boundless energy, this little pup bounces into...
Sports News
IBSA Announces Para Judo Schedule for Paris 2024 Paralympics.
We are thrilled to unveil the official schedule for Para Judo at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! Our exceptional judokas have been preparing with unwavering dedication, and the anticipation is growing as they gear up to compete on this grand stage. Paris 2024 Para...
IBSA Announces Blind Football Schedule for Paris 2024 Paralympics
We are excited to announce the official schedule for Blind Football at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! Our talented athletes have been preparing diligently, and the anticipation is building as we approach this prestigious event. Paris 2024 Blind Football Schedule:...
Goalball Schedule for Paris 2024 Paralympics!
We are thrilled to announce the official schedule for Goalball at the Paris 2024 Paralympics! As the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA), we are proud to see our athletes compete on the world stage. The competition promises to be intense, inspiring, and a...
IBSA Blind Football launches second division for Americas
International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Football has launched the second division for men’s blind football in the...
A Look Back on the Road to Paris…1984 New York Games
As the USA Goalball men’s team journeys along on the Road to Paris, during the month of April we’ll be taking a peek...
Meet Katherine – Loving the Thrill of Outdoor Activities
By Maddie Lindgren, intern, Vermont State University, Class of 2025 In Williston, Vermont, lives Katherine, a...
USABA Names 2024 USA Blind Soccer Men’s National Team
The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) has announced nine athletes selected for the 2024 USA Blind Soccer...
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Unlocking a World of Scientific Discoveries with the Monarch
Science classes include a variety of graphics, which can be expensive and slow to produce. APH’s Monarch, is breaking down these access barriers. Jennifer Bliss, APH Scholar and STEM Consultant for the Iowa Educational Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired...
Create Custom Lessons with the CVI Complexity Sequences App!
As technology continues to pave the way for innovation in education, APH’s new CVI Complexity Sequences App brings the same familiar content from earlier iterations of the product into a new dynamic format. This app is designed for use on iPads and Mac computers,...
Congratulations 2024 APH Scholars!
Each year since 2003, Ex Officio Trustees (EOT’s) throughout the United States nominate those who they feel have provided outstanding service in the blindness or low vision field in their region. Members of the Trustee Advisory Committee (TAC) are then challenged with...
Soaring to New Heights: Monarch Teacher Trainings Spread Across North America
A new piece of access technology is soaring across the United States and will be coming soon to a classroom near you!...
Leveling the Playing Field: Perspective of a DeafBlind User
Danielle Burton, APH’s Communications Accessibility Editor, has long hoped for a piece of access technology that...
Enhancing Early Educational Experiences with the Monarch
Imagine opening the classroom door on your very first day of school, the excitement of meeting new friends and...
Finalists announced for 2024 Braille Challenge Finals
50 children who are blind or visually impaired will participate in competition that tests and promotes braille...
Education News
How to be inclusive everyday and 5 ways to empower others
Everyday, we are asked how to be more inclusive in school, the workplace, community, and online. We're so glad you asked. Let's get into it. The post How to be inclusive everyday and 5 ways to empower others appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Breaking down international disability rights and 3 ways to help
What is the UN CRPD and how are disability rights protected at an international level? The post Breaking down international disability rights and 3 ways to help appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Delta Gamma’s 2024 Hope Serving Experience at the Blind Children’s Center
Members of Delta Gamma Fraternity gather annually with passion and purpose for the transformative Hope Serving: Service-Learning Experience. At this year’s event, held for the first time at the Blind Children’s Center (BCC) from June 10–15, participants engaged in a...
Recommended Books: From Love to Hate
Books about characters who initially despise each other but later develop romantic feelings delve into the...
Digital accessibility: a guide
Everything you need to know about digital accessibility: why it matters, how to get started – and where DisabilityTech...
Bower’s dual-diagnosis journey of cerebral palsy and CVI
When Jen Lyman mom suspected visual difficulties in her son with cerebral palsy, she was right The post Bower’s...
Cerebral palsy and CVI explained
Research shows that CVI is common in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Learn how CVI looks in kids with CP, plus find...