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Here we are in graduation season. If you are a person with a visual impairment celebrating this time of year, congratulations.  Many of you are progressing from high school or college to work this summer. Those who have not landed a job yet should hang in there. Be sure to take advantage of the resources […]

Are you ready to better support your child with complex needs? APH Hive’s three-part course provides families with tips that are especially useful for advocating and enhancing communication at home or in discussions with IEP teams. Part 1: Using the Sensing and Learning Approach with Sensorimotor State Learner  Learn how to connect play with learning. […]

When he discovered organic chemistry in high school, Hoby Wedler, Ph.D., knew it would be his calling. Initially, he wanted to teach – and he did, for a while – but his career path took some fascinating turns to bring him where he is today.  At first, some people didn’t think someone born blind could […]

Editor’s note: Empish Thomas shares her decision about using ocular lenses and her experience obtaining, wearing, and caring for them. The blog has been updated as of May 2024.  Why I Wear Prosthetic Eyes  When I interact with sighted people, it never dawns on them that I wear ocular lenses, also known as “fake” or […]