We’ve Retired our Directory of Service

After careful consideration, we have made the decision to no longer host a directory of services. Online resources and up-to-date directories are much easier to find today than when we started the directory.   We are deeply grateful to everyone who has used, supported, and contributed to the Directory of Services over the years. Your […]

How to Translate the APH ConnectCenter Website

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At the APH ConnectCenter, accessibility is always our priority. For the past year, we’ve offered Spanish translations of our website pages. After careful review, we found that maintaining the translation tool created ongoing technical challenges, and usage was lower than expected. Rather than continuing a limited solution, we’re shifting focus to empowering users with easy-to-use […]

Sewing with Confidence: A How-To Guide for Blind and Low Vision Crafters

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Navigating a new or returning hobby can feel challenging after vision loss, but with patience and the right techniques, you can confidently return to needlepoint, quilting, and knitting. This guide empowers you to use your sense of touch and other non-visual cues to create beautiful, rewarding projects.  Getting Started and Organizing Your Workspace  Before you […]

Crime and Domestic Violence: Protecting People Who Are Blind or Low Vision 

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People who are blind or have low vision face unique challenges when it comes to crime and domestic violence. The Bureau of Justice Statistics shares that persons with disabilities, including vision loss, experience higher rates of victimization than those without disabilities. This article combines safety tips, updated data, and resources to help you protect yourself, […]

Employment Connections: Cover Letter and Resume with JAWS and Word 

APH ConnectCenter webinar “Employment Connections: Cover Letter and Resume with JAWS and Word” presented by Khadija Bari on September 25, 2025, from 6:00–7:30 PM Eastern. ACVREP and CRCC credits are available. ConnectCenter for Job Seekers and Employers logo. Photo shows a young woman working intently at a desktop computer.

Webinar Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 6:00 PM EDT Join APH CareerConnect for our highly acclaimed Employment Connections Series. This webinar will feature how to use Word and JAWS to correctly format a presentable cover letter and resume. An accessible template will be provided to registrants. This series is designed for young adults and job […]