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Tag: vocational rehabilitation

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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Following the Yellow Brick Road to Employment Happiness

Posted on April 5, 2024 - 8:24 am by Alexis Read
A windy road

Choosing your life’s work is no easy feat. Young people are told they can do anything they want, which is a nice sentiment from parents, teachers, and friends. However, young people may not realize that achieving their desired career goal can take many twists and turns. The career they end up working in is not […]

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