Editorâs note: Alexis Read shares her journey to finding a dog guide school that tailored training and tools to her specific abilities as a woman with low vision and additional disabilities. When Blindness Isnât the Only Barrier in Dog Guide Training I was born with a visual impairment and other disabilities that affected me physically … Continued
Editorâs note: September is Update Your Resume Month! In recognition, APH CareerConnect updated Steve Cardenasâ popular blog post on how to archive your career history as an individual who is blind or low vision, simplifying the process of updating and customizing your resume. Update Your Resume: The Right Way to Archive Career History A friend … Continued
Editorâs note: Entrepreneur and Podcaster on The What’s Your Excuse? Show, Max Ivey, shares his journey of finding the courage to sing publicly. Max contributes his story in hopes of encouraging others who are blind or low vision to conquer any fear they have in pursuit of an employment goal or personal aspiration. Conquering My … Continued
When Khadija Bari first moved to the United States at the age of 22, the availability of services for people who are blind or low vision â or even, to a large degree, accommodations being provided without her having to ask for them â were relatively new to her. Khadijaâs family lived in many countries, … Continued
Sometime in the dog days of summer 2019, say mid-to-late July, a college sophomore named Chelsie Reid called into the syndicated radio program The Breakfast Club Morning Show for their âGet It Off Your Chestâ call-in segment. Her issue was one Iâm sure many college students can sympathize with: midway through her childcare and early … Continued
Editorâs note: Are you interested in becoming a Sourcing Specialist? NSITE shares that they are once again offering a Sourcing Specialist Certificate Training Program for individuals who are blind or low vision. Are You Interested in a Career as a Sourcing Specialist? Stacey Pope had always been blind in her left eye, but when the … Continued
Thirty-two years ago on July 26th, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law by President George H. W. Bush. A hard-fought battle for equal access for those with disabilities culminated in the passage of this overwhelmingly bipartisan legislation, and the law was a huge victory for the disabled community. While the ADA offers … Continued
Entering high school can definitely be very nerve-wracking for anyone, including those of us who are blind or low vision. There are a lot of challenges you will face and moments that might be scary. But, trust meâyou can improve your high school years. You can join programs and clubs that will make your high … Continued
Dog guides are exciting orientation and mobility (O&M) aids with some extra personality and love. Using a dog guide can give a person who is blind or low vision a level of independence they might not have experienced before, not to mention the dog can become a best friend. Getting a dog guide in college … Continued
Daryl Walker was born with albinism and accompanying low vision. However, throughout his 40 years of life, he hasnât let low vision slow him down⌠even the slightest. Daryl is a three-time goalball Paralympian representing Team USA. Goalball, according to the United States Association of Blind Athletes, is the most popular team sport for athletes … Continued