The American Federation for the Blind is full of information concerning
living with vision loss, employment, technology, and Braille
The
American Federation for the Blind is full of
information concerning living with vision loss, employment, technology, and
Braille.It includes information about
accessibility, advocacy, events, publishing, research, consulting and audio
production.There are quick links to AFB
eNews, AccessWorld, CareerConnect, JVIB, a Calendar of Events, and Online
Courses.You will also find information
about where to find organizations that provide services to people who are blind
or visually impaired and their families.
Freedom Scientific is a leader in the field of assistive and adaptive
technology for blind, low-vision, and learning disabled individuals
Freedom Scientific is
a leader in the field of assistive and adaptive technology for blind,
low-vision, and learning disabled individuals.Some of their products include screen reading software, magnification
software, scanning and reading devices as well as Braille displays and
notetakers.The list goes on and on so
if you are big into technology, this is a site for you!
The American Printing House for the Blind is “the world’s largest source
for adapted educational and daily living products – since 1858
The
American Printing House for the Blind is “the
world’s largest source for adapted educational and daily living products –
since 1858.”Here you can learn about
the latest APH information on products, services, and training opportunities;
get general information regarding employment, annual reports and tours; view
product information and the latest APH Products Catalog; use demos, make
on-line purchases, access manuals and other technology products; learn about
APH custom production services; get federal quota information, publications and
workshops information; read about product development and research; view a
compilation of information on cortical visual impairment; get information about
accessible tests and resources;visit
the Callahan Museum, the Traveling Exhibit, Collections, Hall of Fame, and APH
InSights Art; learn about donor support; and learn about optimal browsing,
navigational tips, and searching.There
are so many good links on this page that you could be there for a very, very
long time.
CESA 8 – Cooperative Educational Service Agency 8 – is one of 12 CESA
offices located in Gillett, Wisconsin
CESA 8 –
Cooperative Educational Service Agency 8 – is one of 12 CESA offices located in
Gillett, Wisconsin.CESA 8
provides services to 26 school districts in Northeastern
Wisconsin.This CESA, as
well as some of the other CESA offices throughout the state, provide vision
services to a number of schools in out-lying districts where there may be one
or two students with a visual impairment.These students, once identified, require the services that can only be provided
by a Certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired.The school district can contact one of the
CESA offices in the state and request to contract the services of a Certified Teacher
of the Visually Impaired. By doing this, students are able to remain in their
home school districts and be successful learners and achievers in their own
community.Spend a little time at this
site to find out what other kinds of services the CESA offices throughout Wisconsin can
provide.
Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired is located in
Janesville, Wisconsin
WisconsinCenter
for the Blind and Visually Impaired is
located in Janesville, Wisconsin.Their goal is to provide resources and information to students who are
blind or visually impaired, their parents, and the professionals who work with
them.Their goal is to make Wisconsin the best place
for a student who is blind or visually impaired to get an appropriate education
and become successful, productive members of their community.The site provides access to a calendar of
events, outreach services, news, assistive technology, technology resources,
and several assistive technology tutorials.
Adaptive Information Systems provides information about products –
hardware, software service agreements and more; news – regular updates from the
world of adaptive technology; specials – unrivaled bargain offers updated
weekly; and downloads – demos, fr
Adaptive Information Systems provides information about products – hardware, software
service agreements and more; news – regular updates from the world of adaptive
technology; specials – unrivaled bargain offers updated weekly; and downloads –
demos, freeware and software updates.This site continues to be up-to-date with the latest advancements in the
field of technology.It is a very well
organized site as well as highly valuable.
The Low Vision Gateway is a wonderful resource to find information about
vision loss, vision impairment, blindness, low vision aids, and low vision
rehabilitation services
The Low Vision Gateway is
a wonderful resource to find information about vision loss, vision impairment,
blindness, low vision aids, and low vision rehabilitation services.There are over 20 links on this page, so be
prepared to take your time or add it to your favorites so you can keep coming
back.
The National Braille Press is a nonprofit Braille printer and publisher
offering Braille books, magazines, textbooks, tests, and customized embossing
services
The
National Braille Press is
a nonprofit Braille printer and publisher offering Braille books, magazines,
textbooks, tests, and customized embossing services.This link will take you to their main page
where you can learn more information about their organization, visit their
Bookstore, get information about a children’s book club, read about a program
called “ReadBooks,” and ways you can contribute to their organization.
The Braille Institute is a private non-profit organization whose mission
is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a barrier to fulfilling life
The
Braille Institute is a private non-profit
organization whose mission is to eliminate blindness and severe sight loss as a
barrier to fulfilling life.This link
will tell you all about their available services, centers, library services,
Braille publishing and recorded media, volunteering, and donating.The information is free, so go and
learn.
This is a link to the Optometrists Network where you will find
information about pediatric eye care, vision therapy, learning disabilities,
and a section called “for parents” where you can access a vision checklist, a
glossary of vision related terms, an
This
is a link to the Optometrists Networkwhere you will find information about pediatric
eye care, vision therapy, learning disabilities, and a section called “for
parents” where you can access a vision checklist, a glossary of vision related
terms, and a book list.You can have
questions answered about stuff like binocular vision, depth perception, eye
muscle surgery, and hints for early detection of vision deficits.It is an information-packed site so be
prepared; and, remember that this information is intended to be educational and
not intended to take the place of qualified medical care and/or advice from a
licensed vision care provider.
The Braille Bug is a very fun and interactive site
The
Braille Bug
is a very fun and interactive site.It
is sponsored by the American Foundation for the Blind.It contains links that allow you to access
information about Louis Braille.You can
go to the HelenKellerKidsMuseum.You can join a reading club, change the
colors of the site, learn all about Braille, and even play some games and send
secret messages.There is a link for
parents and teachers as well as information on how you can become a donor to
help support the Web site.Go exploring
and have fun!
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