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On the Road with Barry – Morrisville, PA
Day One I flew into Philadelphia, picked up my rental car and set the GPS for my drive out to Morrisville, Philadelphia, which is just across the river from Trenton, New Jersey. I’ve only been to Philadelphia one other time many years ago. I took a train trip down...
How Sophia went from unengaged to an active learner
Travel with us to Macapa, Brazil, a small city that sits along the Amazon River, where it meets the ocean. It can take up to six hours to fly into Macapa from the major cities in Brazil, like Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo. The post How Sophia went from
How I Met My Monster, book 3: Note taking and writing
What are the rules for the monsters lurking under your bed? The post How I Met My Monster, book 3: Note taking and writing appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Glam Canes: O&M that’s functional and fashionable
I’m the founder of Glam Canes – white canes that are bejeweled with rhinestones (currently through an individually hand-crafted process) and made to not only be fashionable but functional. They are iridescent, giving off a sheen of sophistication, while being easily...
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...
Researchers seek new treatment for blinding diseases AMD and Stargardt
Research team has identified advanced preclinical candidates targeting the bisretinoid synthesis pathway, which could help treat macular degeneration and Stargardt disease. Read post Research team has identified advanced preclinical candidates targeting the...
Accessible Creations at Louisville Maker Faire
The Louisville Maker Faire is an opportunity for local creatives to learn, present, and be a part of innovation in the...
Long-term, low-dose antiviral treatment benefits patients with eye disease and pain from shingles
New research suggests long-term, low-dose antiviral treatment reduces the risk for potentially vision-damaging bouts...
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...
Wellness Wednesday: Affirmations – Positive Fuel for the Tank
In Episode 44 of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, dive into the world of affirmations...
‘Visual clutter’ alters information flow in the brain
Too much stuff in the periphery of our vision can make it difficult to identify what we’re seeing. Yale researchers...
Science News
Predicting post-COVID-19 condition in children and young people up to 24 months after a positive SARS-CoV-2 PCR-test: the CLoCk study
BMC Med. 2024 Nov 7;22(1):520. doi: 10.1186/s12916-024-03708-1.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Predicting which children and young people (CYP) are at the highest risk of developing post-COVID-19 condition (PCC) could improve care pathways. We aim to develop and validate...
PRPH2-associated Retinal Diseases: A Systematic Review of Phenotypic Findings
Am J Ophthalmol. 2024 Nov 6:S0002-9394(24)00510-5. doi: 10.1016/j.ajo.2024.10.025. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: PRPH2-associated retinal diseases (PARD) result from pathogenic PRPH2 variants, primarily affecting photoreceptor outer segments and retinal...
2025 Conference
We are pleased to announce that the 2025 ANN conference will be held in Philadelphia, PA, on July 18-20, 2025. More details to follow. Save the date! The post 2025 Conference appeared first on .
#ShareYourVision | Meredith Tyree
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szGVKJRKPMA #ShareYourVision with Meredith Tyree, a devoted Foundation community...
#ShareYourVision | Mike O’Brien
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZYoO_ZoUWE Mike shares his vision loss story during October's Blindness Awareness...
#ShareYourVision | Krystle Allen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-wwuHnXiVI #ShareYourVision with Krystle Allen, founder of Eyes Like Mine with...
Foundation Fighting Blindness Cincy Source | October 16, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GS2TcREbev8 The Cincy Source on October 16, 2024, provided a platform for...
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Wellness Wednesday: Independence and Inter-dependence – Can They Exist Side by Side? Let’s Find Out.
In Episode 43 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explore a listener’s suggestion on the theme of independence. As they delve into the topic, the concept of interdependence naturally emerges. Through personal stories and...
Sunset in the City 2024, Anchor Center’s Signature Gala, Raises $360k
Anchor Center for Blind Children’s largest and most time-honored annual fundraiser, Sunset in the City, was held on September 21st, 2024. Our community is humbled by the amount of support and love Anchor Center received from nearly 350 guests and... Read More The post...
Q&A with Brittany Davis, Transitional Employment Specialist
The post Q&A with Brittany Davis, Transitional Employment Specialist appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse.
Crush Your College Goals: Jennifer Martinez-Badillo’s Story of Determination and Support from State Services for the Blind
Full Transcript Jennifer Martinez-Badillo shares her journey of securing a position at College Possible through...
The Future of Accessible Tech at Vista Center’s Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneurs Pitch Competition with Kevin Chao
In this episode of Blind Abilities, Kevin Chao discusses the Vista Center Ignite Accessibility Entrepreneur Pitch...
Wellness Wednesday: If We’re Feeling It, You May Be Feeling It Too, Being Overwhelmed – You’re Not Alone
In Episode 42 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, take a look at being...
Anchor Center Selected as Santiago’s Charities 2024 Recipient
September 11, 2024 – Today, Anchor Center had the immense honor of welcoming Santiago’s Mexican Restaurants and...
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Discovery Day = Best Day Ever! 🔎 🐾 💜
Thank you for making Discovery Day unforgettable! 🐾 From Puppy Academy to guide and service dog demos, we loved sharing our mission with you. Your support makes it all possible, and we hope you left inspired by the life-changing work our dogs do and the bright futures...
Wellness Wednesday: Disclosure and Belonging in the Workplace
In Episode 45 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, explore the complexities of employment as individuals with blindness or low vision. From job interviews to workplace dynamics, they discuss the emotional and social impacts of...
2025 USABA National Goalball Qualifying Tournaments
Gear up for an unforgettable year of Goalball as teams compete for a chance to shine on the national stage! The 2025 USABA National Goalball Qualifier Tournaments are your pathway to the Goalball National Tournament, taking place in Colorado Springs, CO, in August...
Program Director Felicia Fowler Named to the Rising Stars’ Class of 2024
11/8/2024 – Congratulations to Felicia Fowler, Vermont Adaptive’s program director, who received the Rising Stars...
Leadership members engage with Perkins’ impact
Our Leadership and Changemaker Circle members are invited to participate in engaging and experiencing how their...
Donor profile: Father Joe Mazzone
Father Joe Mazzone, an 1829 Circle member, shares his "why" for including Perkins in his estate plans. The post Donor...
Paws for GDUI – News You Can Use! – VOL IV, No. 5 – Fall 2024 – A Publication of Guide Dog Users, Inc.
President: Sarah Calhoun Editor: Andrea Giudice Co-editor and GDUI Immediate Past President: Penny Reeder Guide Dog...
Guide Dog News
On the Road with Barry – West Virginia
Day one I flew into Pittsburg, an airport I really enjoy. It’s a small airport representing a big city. Major flights without the major hassle. I’m on my way to Clarksburg, West Virginia to work with Kris, who I first contacted in May about coming out to see him. It’s...
Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice
The Honorable David S. Tatel, retired judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Court and Fidelco client, has recently published his memoir, Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice. Judge Tatel was previously the subject of an article...
Donor Spotlight: Suburban Suburu
Fidelco is honored to have been selected as Suburban Suburu’s hometown charity for the 12th year in a row, receiving a gift of $44,900.Subaru’s Share the Love event allows retailers across the country, like Suburban Subaru, to give back to their communities. Fidelco...
Underwater wonders at the Georgia Aquarium 🐠 🌊
Adventure. Wonder. Exploration. 🐠🐋 Watch these pups’ eyes sparkle with joy and amazement as they experience the...
A night at the theatre 🎭 ✨
Unscripted fun with our Dogs Inc pups and puppy raisers! 🎭 Our little stars took to the improv stage, joining in the...
Melody | A Short Animated Film by Dogs Inc
Sing along to the sounds of hope and feel the warmth of the season in our new animated short, Melody. A heartfelt...
On the Road with Barry – Morrisville, PA
Day One I flew into Philadelphia, picked up my rental car and set the GPS for my drive out to Morrisville,...
Sports News
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 recreational and emergency services community, was awarded the Vermont Recreation and Parks Association (VRPA) Unsung Hero Award at the 81st Annual Vermont...
President’s Blog: Announcement of the IBSA Strategic Review Process
I am writing to inform you of an important initiative that will shape the future of the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA). We are embarking on a Strategic Review of our organization, designed to ensure that IBSA remains a leader in supporting blind and...
IBSA Administration
We are happy to announce that as promised, we have a full IBSA Administration which is the IBSA management body, responsible for managing all day-to-day activities of the organization and implementing the policies developed by the IBSA Executive Board. We are serving...
This Is Where They Belong
Written by Nicolas Messner on 07. Sep 2024 / Photographs by Emanuele Di Feliciantonio Enikő Csókási is one of those...
France claims maiden Paralympic blind football gold medal under the Eiffel Tower
Hosts France wins penalty shootout against Argentina to achieve their first-ever Paralympic blind football gold medal...
President’s Blog: you ALWAYS excite and inspire the world.
Paris and France deserve our heartfelt congratulations and thanks for a superb Paralympic Games. I have attended many...
Paris 2024: 2 Gold for Japan, 1 for Romania, China and Brazil
Written by Nicolas Messner on 06. Sep 2024 / Photographs by Emanuele Di Feliciantonio For the second day of...
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The Dot Experience Cast: Sugandha Gupta
Artist, designer, educator, and disability advocate Sugandha Gupta is incredibly passionate about what she does. Join us as we discover her life, career, and what inspires her to create while breaking down barriers. Early Life and Vision Growing up in New Delhi,...
Expanding the Monarch’s Impact with the Monarch Student Pilot Program
In September, APH launched the Monarch, a first-of-its-kind 10-line by 32-cell refreshable display that renders braille and tactile graphics on the same surface. A robust suite of apps including a book reader to a tactile graphing calculator, facilitate a wide world...
Meet APH Scholar Patricia Gallardo
Meet APH Scholar Patricia Gallardo Patricia Gallardo joined the Child Development program at Braille Institute in 2018, and in 2022 began her current position as Senior Child Development Consultant. During her time at the Braille Institute Patricia has brought braille...
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...
Meet Your Match with Memory Puzzles: Shapes
Are you a new braille reader, interested in learning about shapes, or a puzzle fan looking to put your skills to the...
Designed to Include: The Dot Experience Begins with Accessibility
Every aspect of The Dot Experience, from the elevator shaft to the carpeting is being carefully planned, built, and...
Reach & Match Number Tiles Enhances User Experience
The APH Reach & Match Number Tiles are a product addition to enhance user experience with our Reach & Match...
Education News
The ongoing evolution of Perkins International Academy: shaping the future of inclusive Education in Latin America
Discover PIA’s journey and how it has evolved into the essential program it is today, beginning with its impactful work in Latin America. The post The ongoing evolution of Perkins International Academy: shaping the future of inclusive Education in Latin America...
Recommended Reads: Dark academia
Dark academia is a relatively new subgenre that combines an academic aesthetic, or in the literary sense, a campus novel, with some other darker theme. The post Recommended Reads: Dark academia appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Every Child Can Learn: Saúl’s mission for inclusive education in Mexico
Saúl, a school principal from Aguascalientes, Mexico, turned his passion for education and inclusion into a transformative mission. Learn how participating in the Perkins Educational Leadership Program, is helping him improve the quality of education in his region....
Blind Children’s Center Awards Grant for Gene Therapy Research to Combat CEP290-LCA
For more than 25 years, the Blind Children’s Center’s Lisa D. Hansen Medical Research Grant Program has supported...
Recommended Reads: Fresh from the Perkins Library Recording Studio
Wondering what the Perkins Library Recording Studio has been up to lately? Check out these newly recorded releases,...
What are the signs of CVI in adults?
Do you experience visual distortions, aphasia, poor depth perception, visual snow, or chronic fatigue and migraines?...
Martha Majors oral history
Interview with Martha Majors, a teacher and leader from the Deafblind program, who has worked at Perkins School for...