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Are you considering a first-time job? Starting your employment journey will help you develop essential employment skills and habits. It also will assist in the development of your own financial understanding.  Often, people assume that a person who is blind or low vision shouldn’t work while attending high school or college. However, working and earning […]

Fitz Martin has always had a passion for music. He was initially inspired by his uncle and his cousin, a rapper who introduced him to some of the biggest names in the rap world, including Tupac and Biggie.   “There was a band at my home,” he said. “That’s how I learned music: Whenever a band […]

Preparing for my first year of going away to college was an incredibly stressful but exciting time for me. If you’re considering taking a step towards higher education, you, too, must prepare and start researching in advance. I’ve provided some specific preparatory considerations and tips for someone with blindness or low vision.  Key Considerations  These […]

APH VisionAware peer advisor Audrey Demmitt R.N. has written a five-part series discussing self-care: “Eating Your Way to Health and Well-Being,” “Move Your Way to Better Health and Well-Being,” “Stress Management and Relaxation,” “Good Quality Sleep is Essential to Your Health,  and “Social Connectedness Improves Health and Well-Being.” These articles offer advice and tips for everyone […]