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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 self-identity and the impact of external influences on our personal definitions of who we are. Join Beth and Robin as they guide you through the...
Blind Roosevelt Graves and the First Recorded Rock & Roll
Did you know that the first recorded rock n’ roll is attributed to a blind musician? The musical group, Blind Roosevelt Graves & Brother, recorded the first rock n’ roll in the 1930s, decades before the genre was popularized in mainstream music. As part of the...
On the Road with Barry – La Crosse, WI
Day One This trip is starting off great. I’m headed to La Crosse, WI to work with David, a serial LD grad who needs some O&M training. Because La Crosse is much closer to Minneapolis, I flew in there. I love the Minneapolis airport; so clean, big windows and very...
Inside the Monarch Chess App
Designed to have a video game feel, the main screen of the Chess Application is visually striking with the words ‘Monarch Chess’ displayed at the top of the screen in what John Karr, APH Software Engineer, refers to as ‘fancy font.’ Hand coded to create the letters of...
From Dream to Reality: An Interview with Karen Anderson
Karen Anderson, Education Programs Coordinator at the National Federation for the Blind (NFB), says her first impression of the Monarch was “like a dream.” Something that had been talked about since she was in school, she knew the Monarch wasn’t going to be like past...
Tick and Flea Prevention Season
David Smith, DVM It’s that time of year again, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming and the ticks are everywhere! The best way to avoid discomfort or disease from ticks and fleas is to do your best to keep them away from yourself and your pets. This is...
Elements of successful NIH grant applications
Perspective article aims to help beginning scientists develop thoughtful, articulate, compelling, and competitive...
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...
Connect the Dots Sets the Stage for The Dot Experience
Churchill Downs, Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, Muhammad Ali Center, and many more are on a long list of...
ARVO 2024 Highlight: InGel’s Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Preserving Vision
InGel Therapeutic’s emerging, innovative cellular treatment for preserving cone-mediated vision in people with...
Stories and advice from siblings of kids with CVI
River, Logan and Arianna have CVI—but their siblings don't. Three families offer practical tips and insights into...
Inception to Reality: How APH and its Partners Created eBraille OR eBraille: Inception to Reality
A new file standard will soon be available for braille readers! Created by APH and partners around the world, eBraille...
Science News
ARVO 2024 Highlight: PYC Reports Initial Clinical Trial Results for its RNA Therapy Targeting RP (PRPF31 Mutations)
PYC Therapeutics, an Australia-based developer of RNA therapies, reported initial results from its Phase 1 PLATYPUS clinical trial in the US for an RNA therapy known as VP-001 for people with retinitis pigmentosa 11 (RP11) which is caused by mutations in the gene...
ARVO 2024 Highlight: New Gene Linked to RP in People with African Ancestry
A team of genetic researchers from the UK, US, and Switzerland has identified a mutation in the gene TMEM216 as a common cause of retinitis pigmentosa (RP) in people with African ancestry. The team estimates that approximately 20-30 percent of all RP patients with...
ARVO 2024 Highlight: Positive Two-Year Results from PDE6B Gene Therapy Clinical Trial
EyeDNA Therapeutics, a subsidiary of Paris-based Coave Therapeutics, reported encouraging 24-month results for 17 adult patients in its Phase ½ PDE6B gene therapy clinical trial underway at Clinique Ophthalmologique, CHU de Nantes, in France. The results were reported...
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BIT Academy Updates
Hold onto your hats because the BIT Academy has been on fire this past month! We are currently cruising into week 7 of our third cohort in the Digital Accessibility Analyst Program. Who knows what surprises and discoveries await us in the weeks to come? Our students...
BIT Academy Updates
Hold onto your hats because the BIT Academy has been on fire this past month! We are currently cruising into week 7 of our third cohort in the Digital Accessibility Analyst Program. Who knows what surprises and discoveries await us in the weeks to come? Our students...
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IPC – IBSA Blind Football Southeast Asia Introductory Course
Thanks to the support provided by IPC, IBSA and IBSA Football organized an important Blind Football Seminar for the Southeast Asia region. Laos NPC was IBSA´s local partner in the organization of this event. All the activities were supervised by IBSA Facilitators, and...
Increasing Electronic Possibilities: Connectivity on the Monarch
Technology bridges the gap between access and learning. Without screen readers on computers, applications like Google Chrome and Microsoft Word could not be used independently by individuals who are blind or have low vision. Without the Monarch, students would no...
Sarah DeBlois: Building up the Vermont Adaptive Forever Endowment Fund Has Been a Personal Goal of Mine
10/29/2024 – “I contacted Vermont Adaptive in early 2013 during the first of my two years of skiing 100+ days at Killington,” said Sarah DeBlois. “It was too late in the ski season to become an official volunteer, but they allowed me to shadow for a few days to...
Goalball – Day 6 review
Men France ended their home Games with a first-ever Paralympic win as they overcame Egypt 6-4 with Elias Ouni and...
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...
Oleg Cretul: A Journey Through Judo and Beyond
Oleg Cretul’s athletic journey began on a different field, that of football. He started at seven but his trajectory...
Paris 2024 Blind Football – Day 2 Review: Brazil maintains undefeated Paralympic blind football record, Morocco and China earn first three points
Brazil leads Group A with six points, while Colombia and Morocco share first place in Group B with four points. The...
Guide Dog News
In Their Own Words
A dog makes all the difference. Our extraordinary dogs transform lives, and they’re our no-cost gift to people who need them. We offer guide dogs for people with vision loss, service dogs for veterans with disabilities, and skilled companion dogs for people in need of...
ACE The Official Trailer
Discover a story of community, togetherness, and hope in our newest animated short, Ace, that will ignite emotions and captivate hearts. Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired: https://vimeo.com/960398390/d1f92f01eb Connect With Us: Blog:...
Time for some snuggles!
Who needs an alarm clock when you have puppies eager for morning snuggles? ⏰🐶 Today's #SundaySnuggles is brought to you by Sarasota Subaru, one of our Independence-level Walkathon 2024 sponsors.
A Perfect Match: Eugene & Opal
Volunteers at Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA|TLC) have a tremendous impact on people’s lives. From...
A Perfect Match: Eugene & Opal
Volunteers at Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA|TLC) have a tremendous impact on people’s lives. From...
On the Road with Barry – Carbondale
Day 1 I flew into St. Louis this time. Carbondale, IL is about a 2-hour drive from the airport. I had a window seat...
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