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I was diagnosed with glaucoma about 15 years ago. At the time, it was pretty manageable, with eye drops and regular check-ins with the ophthalmologist. Life didn’t change much.  Adapting to Vision Changes  In 2017, I lost vision in my right eye because of a retinal vein occlusion – a burst blood vessel in the […]

At the APH ConnectCenter, we occasionally hear statements such as, “I cannot work because I receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). ” or “ I cannot work because I get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and want to keep my benefits.”  Did you know SSI and SSDI have work incentives to assist individuals who work while […]

Considering Steve Elliot’s parents were always public- and civic-minded – and instilled those values in their family – it’s no surprise that he has dedicated his professional life to advocacy and justice.   Steve has been an Administrative Law Judge, team leader, and mediator for the Texas State Office of Administrative Hearings since 2017. He previously […]

Meet Eli Sanchez. Eli is a certified Assistive Technology Instructor and non-visual tech trainer for the Center for Assistive Technology’s Northwest Division. After earning his Assistive Technology Certificate Program from California State University, North Ridge, Eli founded Free Hand Tech, an assistive technology training business. A Hands-On Approach  Before embarking on his current career path, Eli’s […]