Welcome! CareerConnect, FamilyConnect, and VisionAware now live in one easy to use site!

Our mission is to empower people toward greater independence and lifelong success by providing free curated information and resources to assist children, parents, job seekers, and adults who are blind or low vision.

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For Job Seekers & Employers

Employment information, tools, and guidance for job seekers who are blind or low vision.

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For Families

Offers support and resources for families of children who are blind or low vision.

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VisionAware

For people adjusting to blindness or low vision, family members and professionals who serve them.

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Need to talk?

If you are looking for resources and services, one of our experienced representatives can provide free information on virtually any topic related to blindness and low vision. Call toll-free (800) 232-5463 Mon-Fri 8 AM – 8 PM Eastern or e-mail us at [email protected].

Directory of Services

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Exploring Your Future?

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Find information about programs that emphasize empowerment, career exploration, and work experiences for teens and young adults who are blind and have low vision in our Transition Hub.

Are You a Job Seeker?

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Attention, students and job seekers who are blind or low vision! Are you ready to hone your career exploration and job-seeking skills? The APH ConnectCenter and NSITE have partnered to update a NEW Job Seeker’s Toolkit, an accessible, self-paced, free online training course!

Explore Eye Conditions on VisionAware

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2023 Low Vision History Timeline

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An ongoing project to chronicle important events in the history of the field which have contributed to or been critical in changing knowledge and
practice.

Blog Posts

  • Keeping People Moving by Making Public Transit More Accessible

    Keeping People Moving by Making Public Transit More Accessible

    Maybe it’s just a coincidence, but considering how much Ron Brooks has moved around the U.S. since his youth, it seems fitting that he’s spent his entire professional career working […]


  • Explore Museums at Your Own Pace with Audio Description

    Explore Museums at Your Own Pace with Audio Description

    If you’re blind or have low vision, there’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to enjoy the visual arts – such as paintings, sculptures, and other artifacts in various museums. […]


  • From Awareness to Action: Preventing Falls

    From Awareness to Action: Preventing Falls

    Editor’s Note: Falls Prevention Awareness Week is September 18-22 this year. The theme is “From Awareness to Action,” as reflected in the title of this post. Former peer advisor Mary […]


Webinars

  • Career Conversations: Interview with an Executive Vice President 

    Career Conversations: Interview with an Executive Vice President 

    Webinar Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023 6:00 PM EDT Join the team at APH ConnectCenter for our very popular Career Conversations Series.  APH ConnectCenter staff will welcome back, Russell Shaffer, […]


  • Let’s Learn, APH Braille Display

    Let’s Learn, APH Braille Display

    Webinar Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 7:00 PM EDT Are you wondering what the future of braille technology is for your child? Join us as we learn the basic features […]


  • Employment Connections Resume Writing Tips and Tricks  

    Employment Connections Resume Writing Tips and Tricks  

    Webinar Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023 6:00 PM EDT Join the team at APH ConnectCenter for our very popular Employment Connections where we will be discussing resume writing tips and […]