Have you ever wondered how someone who is blind or visually impaired could find success as a working artist? Are there really accommodations out there that can turn this visual field into a realistic employment option for someone without sight? The answer is “Yes”. Meet Will Ursprung. Will is one of our many visually impaired … Continued
Born with bilateral cataracts and diagnosed with glaucoma as a child, Jasmyn Polite has faced her fair share of adversity, but she hasn’t let a visual impairment stop her from working toward her dream of being a teacher. Jasmyn has created an educational plan, found volunteer and work experience, and connected with a mentor to … Continued
If you’re looking for the perfect mix of holiday festivities and practical career-related advice, you’ve come to the right place. Over the years, we have celebrated the holiday season by providing you with the job search advice and career resource skills you need to land your next job. And this year is no different! From … Continued
Are you a fan of CSI or NCIS? Have you ever wondered how law enforcement determines whether a crime has been committed? Perhaps you have a taste for forensic science! If so, you are not alone. Remember CareerConnect mentor, Alexis Read? A few years ago she shared her CSI Experience in her Our Stories article, … Continued
It’s National Disability Mentoring Day! Established by the American Association of People with Disabilities in 1999, this day of recognition and appreciation has become a year-round initiative. But today, we are especially excited to acknowledge the support, guidance, and advice our mentors provide. We are thankful for our APH CareerConnect mentors who have dedicated their … Continued
White Cane Safety Day, or White Cane Day, is this Saturday! It’s hard to believe we are already in the middle of October (and National Disability Employment Awareness Month). Before you know it, it will be Halloween and then the holiday season! Because I’ve been so busy lately, I thought the best way to celebrate … Continued
by Neva Fairchild If you haven’t heard of the X Ambassadors, you are missing out. In the last couple of months, the indie rock band has had several hits including "Renegades" and "Unsteady" that have put them in the spotlight. But one member of the band has really caught our attention. Not only is Casey … Continued
You’ve got something to say, so let’s hear it! Help our friends at the Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB) at Louisiana Tech University gain a better understanding of your experiences in education, employment, training, and vocational rehabilitation as a blind or visually impaired adult. If you complete their new survey, Adult Rehabilitation … Continued
Beaten and robbed of his sight by childhood friends, Belo Cipriani was unexpectedly thrown into the world of blindness. He suddenly found himself learning how to walk, cook, and even date in the dark at age 26. But instead of letting vision loss defeat him, Belo has triumphed in his new world of contemporary blindness … Continued
By Neva Fairchild It may be hard to remember where you were personally on July 26, 1990 and perhaps you weren’t even born yet, but to identify where people with disabilities were prior to the signing of the American’s with Disabilities Act is fairly easy to do. There were few protections for access to public … Continued