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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.
Navigating a New School Year: Back-to-School Tips for Children with Vision Loss
As we prepare for another exciting school year, it’s important to ensure a smooth transition for children with vision loss. With some preparation and support,… The post Navigating a New School Year: Back-to-School Tips for Children with Vision Loss appeared first on...
NEI diversity program shines a light on Luke Nelson
Luke Nelson's participation in NEI's Diversity in Vision Research and Ophthalmology (DIVRO) Program was a pivotal steppingstone in his journey from Miami's Little Haiti to Howard University Medical School. Read post Luke Nelson's participation in NEI's Diversity in...
A brain fingerprint: Study uncovers unique brain plasticity in people born blind
A study led by Georgetown University neuroscientists reveals that the part of the brain that receives and processes visual information in sighted people develops a unique connectivity pattern in people born blind. Read post A study led by Georgetown University...
U. Washington computational model shows cortical implants unlikely to exceed normal human vision
NIH-funded researchers created a computational model that simulates the experience of a high-resolution implant. Their models suggests implants are unlikely to exceed normal human vision. Read post NIH-funded researchers created a computational model that simulates...
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...
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...
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...
NIH researchers discover potential therapeutic target for degenerative eye disease
Researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have discovered the source of dysfunction in the process...
Welcome to SSB!
Full Transcript In this episode, Peer Ambassadors, Amy and Maddy, introduce themselves and share their personal...
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...
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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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Assistive Technology: Paying It Forward
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Believe it or not, I enjoy sightseeing
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Re-establishing Educational Enrichment
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Cultivating a New Generation of Compassionate Low Vision Optometrists
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Assistive Technology: Paying It Forward
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Believe it or not, I enjoy sightseeing
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Navigating the Aging Curve
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Navigating the Aging Curve
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Wellness Wednesday: Unwind the Mind: Navigating Stress with Savvy!
In this 32nd episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, focus on Stress Awareness,...
Meet Michael Kanter, Retired Veteran, Part-Time Lighthouse Employee
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Solid Light Sets the Stage for Inclusivity
A lot goes into designing a brand-new museum. From exhibit planning, to selecting flooring, and beyond, our partners at Solid Light are at the center of it all. We spoke to Ben Jett, Creative Team Director at Solid Light, to learn more about designing The Dot...
2025 ACB Leadership Conference
Alexandria, VA., Nov. 7th, 2024 – The 2025 American Council of the Blind (ACB) Leadership Conference will be a hybrid event. ACB’s Board Meeting, Presidents’ Meeting, Legislative Seminar, and Capitol Hill visits will take place March 14th-18th, at the Sheraton...
Sweet as a strawberry! 🍓
Watch me bounce and play in my favorite yard. Playtime is essential for us puppies as it fosters social skills, encourages physical and mental development, and reduces anxiety in new situations.
Gina Fugate Cracks the Code to Student Understanding with the Monarch
“It’s never been about lack of capability. It’s been about lack of accessibility.” Gina Fugate is a Computer Science...
Service dogs are more than companions—they are lifelines 💙
Bringing hope and independence to those who need them, they form unbreakable bonds of trust
Longtime Vermont Adaptive Supporter Rob Mather Honored with VRPA Unsung Hero Award at Annual Conference
Rob Mather, a longtime supporter and volunteer for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports and a key figure in Vermont’s...
Cross-Cultural Collaboration: An Interview with Dr. Elyse Connors on Her Fulbright Trip to Lagos
International efforts in blindness often involve cross-cultural collaboration to address critical gaps in services and...
Guide Dog News
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 lonely need a paw to hold, or a military family needs a soft place to turn after loss, our skilled companion dogs step in and mend broken hearts. ❤️🩹...
“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 Team USA. Her secret to success has a wagging tail and a loving heart. Meet Monica’s four-legged motivator Biscuit in “From Broken to Outspoken,” an...
Ace to the Rescue
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Ace to the Rescue A legend to the rescue…it’s our PupPal, Ace! All geared up and ready to go, this real-life star of our animated film is on mission to melt your heart—and save the day. When...
Guide Dog Camp: Best Friends and Freedom
“Freedom,” “confidence,” and “a partner for life.” That’s how enthusiastic teens at our recent Guide Dog Camp...
Happy 4th of July
A patriotic paw-ty like no other! From tail-wagging playtime to extra special treats, we hope you and your furry best...
Training on the Gulf Islands Ferry ⛴️
It’s an idyllic vacation spot, but our dogs are hard at work! We’re now LIVE at Bradenton’s Riverwalk as we prep our...
Dogs Inc: The PTSD Battle Can be Won
The PTSD battle can be won. Learn more about service dogs for those who’ve served. It takes courage to serve in our...
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Where in the World Is…
Former Intern: Kevin Maichen Summer of 2017, Vermont Adaptive South Central (Pico) & Senior Program Coordinator Tom Alcorn Q: What do you remember most about your internship? A: What I remember most about my internship with Vermont Adaptive was all the smiles....
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 judoka from around the world tried to secure their tickets to Paris at the Olympic Palace in Tbilisi on Saturday (18 May). Up to 60kg J1 India’s Kapil...
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, naming Google Pixel as the organization’s official global technology partner. In 2024, Google Pixel will provide Pixel phones, watches,...
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Braille Institute Announces 2024 Community Hero Awards Recipients
Honoring organizations that play an important role in braille literacy LOS ANGELES, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Braille Institute has introduced the “Community Hero Award” to honor organizations that significantly motivate children who are blind and visually impaired...
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 great resources, but they merely provide students who are blind or low vision a glimpse of their surroundings. APH’s Tactile Graphic Image Library (TGIL)...
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 have access to more tactile materials than ever before. APH conducted a series of teacher trainings in North America, and now, our partner, HumanWare,...
Literacy for the Nation: APH’s Braille Transcriber Apprenticeship Program (BTAP) Offers Ex-Offenders a Hand-Up
Imagine what it would be like to be shut off from the outside world for decades, only to find that everything has...
Making Math More Accessible: Monarch’s Braille Editor and Graphing Calculator
Math is not the most accessible subject for students who are blind or have low vision. Adaptations to activities and...
Seeing Through Someone Else’s Eyes: Bioptic Lenses Pave the Way for Bioptic Driving
Have you ever seen someone who had glasses with what looked like miniature telescopes attached to the lenses? A...
APH Celebrates National Library Week!
National Library Week is an annual celebration of the value and impact libraries across the country bring to their...
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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 recognized as a finalist for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2024 Nonprofit Executive of the Year Award! Orth’s commitment to the children and families the...
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 to CVI. The post How Luka’s CVI diagnosis provided understanding, community, and healing appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
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 Charge Walk and Roll Event appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
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