Editor’s note: We are celebrating the anniversary on July 26 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Under Title II of the ADA, audio description (AD) is required for public entities; Title III includes AD for places of public accommodation. As noted in the post, the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2010 … Continued
Editorâs note: It is important to protect oneself from financial fraud/ abuse and learn financial literacy as an individual who is blind or low vision. Amy Lynn Smith shares Lisa Lloydâs personal story of financial abuse as well as Lisaâs tips on financial independence as an individual who is low vision. Additionally, Amy Lynn Smith … Continued
Editorâs note: Read Captain Benjamin Keeleyâs story to learn about his career journey after retiring from the U.S. Navy and losing his vision. His story commemorates three days: Hire a Veteran Day is July 25, and both National Disability Independence Day and the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are July 26. … Continued
Editorâs note: Amy Lynn Smith shares about Helen Kellerâs life and work in recognition of Helen Keller DeafBlind Awareness Week 2022, June 26- July 2. May we remember Helenâs legacy and recognize how, even today, those who are blind, low vision, or DeafBlind are influenced by her legacy. The story of Helen Keller has been … Continued
Editorâs Note: May is Older Americanâs Month. This yearâs theme is communities of strength, celebrating âthe strength of older adults with special emphasis on the power of connection and engagement in building strong communities.â Also celebrated this month is Senior Health and Fitness Day on May 26. The goal is to promote the importance of regular physical activity and to … Continued
Alan Shrebtienko not only has an artistic vision, heâs starting to use his art to reflect his vision loss â sharing what he is, and what he isnât, able to see with those who might never otherwise understand. National Crafting Month in March is a great time to showcase Alanâs work, which tied him for first place in the craft category of the 2020 APH InSights Art competition for artists who … Continued
Everyone knows Stevie Wonder and the late Ray Charles: exceptionally gifted, groundbreaking musicians who also happen to be both Black and blind. But many other Black Americans have shared their talents with the world â or are still doing so â often working to advance the field of blindness and create a more inclusive society. The Black History Month 2021 theme is … Continued
Technology Enhances Date Night At Home This Valentineâs Day â or any date night in the near future â many people wonât be going out for fancy dinners or to the movies, given the risks and restrictions related to COVID-19. But thereâs no reason not to plan a special celebration at home enjoying your favorite movie or TV … Continued
Written by, Amy Lynn Smith The first time someone suggested I try yoga, I thought, âNo way! Iâm not a pretzel.â But I could not have been more wrong. I discovered that yoga isnât about exceptional skill or flexibility. Itâs about aligning with the center of who you are and finding bliss in even the … Continued