The American Council of the Blind (ACB) – You’re not alone in your journey through vision loss and blindness. ACB welcomes and accepts you. Guided by its members, ACB advocates for equality of people who are blind and visually impaired, inspires community, and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.
American Academy of Optometry The American Academy of Optometry & American Academy of Optometry Foundation are philanthropic organizations devoted to the advancement of optometric education and research, an affiliate of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO).
American Printing House – APH is the world’s largest nonprofit organization creating accessible learning experiences through educational, workplace, and independent living products and services for people who are blind and visually impaired.
Audio Eyes producers of excellent quality description that benefits media producers and the community.
Blind Bargains – Is a fabulous website with loads of bargains and information for the blind and visually impaired.
Blind Stokers Club (BSC) pairs sighted and blind or visually impaired cyclists to ride tandem bicycles. Participants can reside anywhere in the United States.
The Blind Kitchen Adaptive tools, helpful strategies and specialized knowledge are provided to blind and vision-impaired people who want to cook safely, confidently, and independently
CouponChief.com Retail Savings Guide for People with Disabilities.
The Council of Citizens with Low Vision International (CCLVI) – An international nonprofit organization and community of individuals who understand low vision needs and experiences. CCLVI offers support, resources, education, and advocacy for those who are impacted by low vision and visual impairment. Includes publications, live Zoom calls, online resources, and conferences.
Discovery Eye Foundation Support and education for people with impaired vision and total vision loss.
Eye-DAS, An organization dedicated to helping the visually impaired in the San Gabriel Valley.
FamilyConnect provides parents of visually impaired children a place to support each other, share stories and concerns, and link to local resources.
Insightful Publications Publisher of resource handbooks for the blind and visually impaired communities.
Laser Eye Surgery Hubb Resources for Help in Adjusting to Low Vision or Blindness; for Youth, Parents and Educators; the Latest Medical Advances; Communication Technology; and Mobile Apps.
LINCS Community Teaching the art of cooking to people with special needs.
National Federation of the Blind (NFB) – NFB knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams.
ObjectiveEd Blog (Previously known as Blindfold Games) Marty Schultz has created this delightful website to satisfy the gaming instinct in the visually challenged. The website presents a number of fun and challenging audio games.
Scheigert Scholarship Program The Fred Scheigert Scholarship Program Awards three students an individual prize of $3,000. This competitive scholarship is available to full-time college students with low vision, chosen from among those who meet the visual acuity and academic guidelines.
SeroTalk – Your portal to the accessible digital lifestyle.
SingleCare – Medication Management for People with Disabilities. This guide is designed to help people with vision impairment and other common disabilities properly handle prescriptions.
Social Security and Disability Resource Center Answers many questions concerning how to: apply for disability, appeal a claim if it’s been denied, navigate the federal system, and avoid common mistakes made in filing for SSD or SSI benefits.
Test Partners, Ltd provide accessibility testing, training and consultancy services throughout the world.
The Real Deal How to save on adaptive equipment as you care for disabled or senior loved ones.
Touched By Fantasy Designs sponsors The Loving Touch Connection to create mugs and glasses with Braille inscriptions and awesome designs. A percentage of the proceeds are donated to organizations that assist the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Tips For Online Shopping With Disabilities How to set up your operating system so that you can make maximum use of online shopping. Help is provided for the hard-of-hearing as well as the visually impaired.
VisionAWARE The Self-help Resource Center for Vision Loss at APH.
Your Storage Finder Home organization for seniors with disabilities and the newly disabled.
PODCASTS OF INTEREST
ACB Media Network – Dozens of different podcasts created and distributed by The American Council of the Blind community.
Blind and Beyond Radio Show – The only national, commercial radio show for the blind and visually impaired. Tune in for talk, variety, fun, information, education and employment opportunities.
Blind Bargains Audio Podcasts The Blind Bargains Audio Qast content page features interviews, presentations, and updates on the latest in technology.
CCLVI’s Let’s Talk Low Vision – A popular podcast focused on low vision topics with z variety of topics, resources, and guest interviews. Dr. Bill Takeshita hosts the monthly events spanning technology, training, low vision and driving, signs and symptoms of emergency vision problems, what’s new in low vision aids, and more. Produced by the Council of Citizens with Low Vision International (CCLVI).
The Nation’s Blind Podcast highlights different themes related to blindness, independent living, and news from the National Federation of the Blind. Hosted by Anil Lewis, executive director of the NFB Blindness Initiatives department, and Melissa Riccobono, president of the Maryland Parents of Blind Children division and First Lady of the NFB.
Writing Works Wonders readers and writers enjoy this lively weekly Zoom call and podcast. Co-hosts, and authors, Cheryl McNeill Fisher and Dr. Kathy King, lead writing workshops, author interviews, Open Mics and special events! Hosted on the American Council of the Blind’s ACB Media.
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