A national nonprofit that works to expand possibilities for Americans living with vision loss.
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American Council of the Blind
A nationwide organization that advocates for equality of people who are blind and visually impaired and connects you with education, resources, and each other to support your independence.
VIE Ability
VIE Ability offers over 50,000 office products and all office supply operations are run by people who are blind or have severe vision loss.
National Industries for the Blind
Largest employment resource for people who are blind and largest employer of people who are blind in the country.
Bringing sight to blind and low-vision people
Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance through a live video call.
Sighted Guide
Tips and techniques on acting as a sighted guide for someone who is blind or visually impaired.
Script Talk
ScripTalk Station is a prescription reader device. Simply press a button and place the special ScripTalk talking label over the reader.
Tactile Markings
Individuals with low vision and blindness often use tactile markings to identify important buttons and settings around the house.
Home Modifications
Try out these simple adaptations to familiar surroundings to make your home safer and more functional.
Interacting with a person who is blind
Here are some helpful suggestions to keep in mind when interacting with someone with a visual impairment.