Author Archives: Melisa Matthews

Resources for Parents of Blind Children: Support & Guidance

We’re thankful you frequent the APH FamilyConnect blog to gather resources and instructional ideas, and to reflect on how to empower your child who is blind or low vision to set their expectations high and reach their goals. We understand, however, that while the APH FamilyConnect blog is a robust resource, it has a limitation—it […]

How APH and National Prison Braille Provide Braille Materials

Poster with 21st Annual Prison Braille Forum and image of book with braille sticker placed outside an open door.

The National Prison Braille Network (NPBN) is a national resource dedicated to providing braille materials with support from prison officials and inmates. It aims to empower inmates by enabling them to contribute to society by providing braille educational material to blind and low vision children, young adults, and college students. With the help of American […]

Empowering Independence: Cultivating Essential Travel Skills

Child opening a door and walking outside while using a white cane

Childhood is a time of wonder, exploration, and rapid development. Children undergo an incredible transformation from the moment they take their first steps to the time they enter adulthood. The ability to navigate the world around them enhances a child’s mobility and promotes cognitive development and social interaction. You play a crucial role in fostering […]

Developing Independent Travelers One Ride at a Time

A child using a white cane gets on a school bus

Children need to start developing navigation and travel skills from a young age. When traveling with your child, knowing the available support options is important. Utilizing the support resources together can help you transfer the responsibility of independent and safe travel to your child more easily.  Traveling by Ride-Share Services   Ride-share services, such as Uber […]

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