Employers

Learn about hiring and working with competent and qualified individuals who happen to be blind or low vision.

Hiring an Individual who is Blind or Low Vision

Learn about the hiring process and the benefits of hiring individuals who are blind or low vision.

Employer Resources

As an employer, fostering a disability-friendly workplace benefits both your employees and your organization. When hiring or supporting an employee who is blind or has low vision, it’s essential to be aware of the wide range of resources available to assist you. From national programs offering job accommodation guidance to state-specific vocational rehabilitation services, these […]

Considerations for Hiring a Blind or Low-Vision Employee

If the first time you meet a person who is blind or low vision is when they come into your office for an interview, you are not alone. The overall population of individuals in this situation is very small, and those working age and eligible to be competitively employed are even smaller. Because of this […]

Assessing Your Workforce

Evaluating whether employees would feel safe disclosing blindness/ low vision can be tricky. It calls for a balanced approach to avoid the hidden risk of (or perception of) violating an employee’s personal privacy and respect. The method recommended is to make the environment safe for self-reporting. This has been done successfully in many organizations in […]

Blindness, Low Vision, and the Workforce

Learn about blindness, low vision, and how individuals who are blind or low vision perform job functions.

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How People Who Are Blind or Low Vision Do Their Jobs, and Common Myths

Qualified employees who are blind or low vision are capable. They simply need tools to do their jobs effectively and environments conducive to their efforts. Two people doing the same job may use different tools and work in very different settings. Blind or low-vision employees can accomplish their jobs using non-traditional tools or working in […]

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Guide Dogs in the Workplace: What Employers and Colleagues Need to Know

For many employers and coworkers, encountering a guide dog team in the workplace is a new experience. A guide is more than just a pet — it’s a highly trained mobility aid that helps a blind or low vision employee navigate the environment safely and confidently. This article outlines practical strategies, legal considerations, and simple […]

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Interacting with a Person Who Is Blind or Low Vision in the Workforce

What Is Blindness or Low Vision? Individuals can be born with blindness or low vision or develop it later in life due to an accident or eye condition. Many different terms describe the varying degrees of blindness an individual may have. The term “visually impaired” was formerly used to include all individuals with decreased vision, […]

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How to Create a Disability-Friendly Workplace

Creating a welcoming workplace for employees with disabilities requires understanding, empathy, and proactive measures. There are many ways in which employers can help those with disabilities feel more welcome in the workplace. Lori Scharff, Lead Content Contractor at APH CareerConnect®, holds a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University and is a certified Work Incentive […]

Employer’s Guide to Accommodations for Blind and Low Vision Employees

This document provides a range of tools and technology to enhance workplace accessibility and usability for employees who are blind or visually impaired. The suggestions provide a general overview; it’s essential for employees with visual impairments to actively participate in the accommodation process to ensure the environment meets their specific needs. Who Can Assist in […]