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Category Archives: Careers and Employment

Seven Embarrassing Moments as a Blind and Hard-of-Hearing Cashier  

Posted on May 1, 2025 - 1:12 pm by Amy Bovaird
grocery store checkout aisle with a line of customers

Editor’s note : This blog was originally published under APH VisionAware. We thank Amy for sharing her tips and humor of working as someone who has low vision and uses hearing aids.  Who knew working as a grocery store cashier could be challenging, rewarding, fun, and — upon occasion — funny? It took time to […]

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Holiday Party Success for Blind and Low Vision Professionals 

Posted on November 19, 2024 - 1:26 pm by Alexis Read
a buffet with crystal dishes filled with bite-sized appetizers.

The holiday season is one of those unique times of the year that allows colleagues to meet in an informal setting. Even though the atmosphere is more relaxed than the everyday work setting, keeping some essential etiquette tips in mind is still important.  I will share holiday etiquette tips that apply to everyone. I will […]

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Job Resources for Blind and Low Vision Graduates

Posted on May 23, 2024 - 4:14 pm by Steve Cardenas
Two people in suits shake hands across a desk

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 […]

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Job Stats for Adults with Blindness or Low Vision 

Posted on May 1, 2024 - 1:25 pm by Pris Rogers
Two people, one wearing eyeglasses, use a computer in an office

Approximately 8.7 million people between 18 and 64 report blindness and low vision in response to the question, “Are you blind, or do you have serious difficulty seeing even when wearing glasses?”.  Of these, 43.6% say they work. 10.5% say they are out of work. Additionally, 28.9% say they are unable to work. The remaining […]

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Identifying Resources for Job Seekers and Tools for Employers 

Posted on April 25, 2024 - 1:36 pm by Ann Chiappetta
an office with long, narrow desks

  The AFB and the NRTC provide outstanding resources for job seekers, human resource professionals, and employers. Learn about a few of the resources below. Then, join us for Employment Connections, where the following individuals will discuss AFB and NRTC resources further.  Dr. Arielle Silverman  Dr. Arielle Silverman is the Director of Research for the […]

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