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Advocating for Max, My Son Who Is Deaf-Blind

Posted on June 21, 2023 - 8:15 pm by
Adult sitting behind a teen who has a large grin and fingers resting in their mouth.

I’m Tiara, and my son’s name is Max. He has a rare genetic disorder called Chromosome 13, Partial Monosomy 13q, which is the partial deletion of the 13th chromosome that causes a combination of cognitive, sensory, and physical challenges. Our doctors initially told me not to expect Max to live. While dealing with that shocking […]

A Teen’s Vision of the Future: Creating a Vision Board

My name is Gabriela Abeyta, but I go by Gabby. I am 16 years old and from New Mexico. This upcoming school year, I will be in 11th grade. I am a straight-A student, and I read and write in braille. I use a white cane, and I have some vision. I like to sing, […]

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Digital art of three resumes

How Can LinkedIn Benefit the Job Seeker Who Is Blind or Low Vision?

Editor’s note: To learn more about how to increase employment opportunities with LinkedIn as a person who is blind or low vision, watch NRTC and NSITE’s partnership webinar: Linking Up with LinkedIn. The following blog has been updated as of June 2023. How Can LinkedIn Benefit the Job Seeker Who Is Blind or Low Vision? […]

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The Next Phase of Telehealth: Adapting to Post-Pandemic Healthcare Changes

by Amanda Bernath During the height of the pandemic, many services, including healthcare, education, shopping, and entertainment, shifted to online platforms. My favorite pandemic changes were the rise of online shopping and the expansion of delivery options and curbside pick-up. The new level of convenience was terrific, especially when it meant I didn’t need to […]

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Child creates a circuit with computer-mouse-sized Code Jumper pods. Text: APH Hive Getting Started: Code Jumper Unplugged Presented by Leslie Weilbacher, Robin Lowell, & Shelley Mack

APH Code Jumper and Summer Fun

Computer Science and Information Technology jobs have continued to rise over the last few years. The field of coding offers virtually endless job opportunities. It’s important for your child to explore this field. Many students start learning coding as early as kindergarten. However, your child with blindness or low vision might not have had the […]

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