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Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION Sells adaptive equipment for use in daily life, to help people who are blind or have low vision. The assistive technology helps individuals to retain or regain their independence in reading, writing and hobbies such as craft work or sewing. Products include: * Magnifiers - stand or handheld, lighted * Daily living aids - cooking, games, hobbies, clocks, health products, etc. * Video and hand-held magnifiers * Large print phones, clocks, keyboards * Braille products

Job counseling and guidance for people who want to find a career that matches their interests and abilities MORE INFORMATION If you have a significant vision loss that makes it hard for you to get and keep a job, you may be eligible for a variety of counseling, training, job skills, and job placement services. Counselors work with you to determine which services you will need to reach your job goal. Counselors who know about vision loss and understand workplace demands will help you choose which options are the best for you.

A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support. MORE INFORMATION This virtual support group is a small group of about 10 people with hour-long sessions held weekly for 8 sessions.

Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION The Assistive and Adaptive Technology Unit connects people who are blind, DeafBlind or visually impaired to technology for daily life, school and employment. The diverse array of products now on the market include: * Electronic magnifiers * Software that speaks everything on your computer screen * Scanners that convert the printed text to speech, * Displays that allow you to read what's on the screen of your phone or computer in braille * Portable note takers which combine an array of functions in to one compact device

Job counseling and guidance for people who want to find a career that matches their interests and abilities MORE INFORMATION If you have a significant vision loss that makes it hard for you to get and keep a job, you may be eligible for a variety of counseling, training, job skills, and job placement services. Counselors work with you to determine which services you will need to reach your job goal. Counselors who know about vision loss and understand workplace demands will help you choose which options are the best for you.

Program provides training or work experience to individuals with disabilities or impairing health conditions to help them find a job and become economically independent

Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION The Assistive and Adaptive Technology Unit connects people who are blind, DeafBlind or visually impaired to technology for daily life, school and employment. The diverse array of products now on the market include: * Electronic magnifiers * Software that speaks everything on your computer screen * Scanners that convert the printed text to speech, * Displays that allow you to read what's on the screen of your phone or computer in braille * Portable note takers which combine an array of functions in to one compact device

Blind or visually impaired support services offer direct support to people who are blind, deaf-blind or with low vision. Programs may teach Independent Living Skills (ILS) to people with a visual impairment. MORE INFORMATION Offers help to individuals who have new blindness. deaf-blindness or visual disabilities. Adjustment to Blindness Training refers to training opportunities which teach an individual with a vision loss the skills necessary to work competitively and live independently. Training includes: * Skills to help you travel and get where you need to go * Learning to access printed materials with computer equipment and/or braille * Tools and techniques to take on all the challenges of daily life * Gaining confidence to live successfully and pursue personal and professional goals

Offers counseling, training and referrals to help seniors find ways to adapt to changes in their vision and improve their quality of life and their ability to live independently. Services include: * Low vision aids and other adaptive devices * Aging Eyes Initiative offers information about eye conditions common to seniors, free low-vision aids and devices, and referrals to more help. * Adjustment to Blindness Skill training * Training in daily living skills * Access to the Radio Talking Book * Access to books and other print material in alternative formats

Employment preparation and career training program that provides experience or vocational education for the work associated with a certain type of job

Employment preparation program that helps veterans transition from military to civilian employment

Offers counseling, training and referrals to help seniors find ways to adapt to changes in their vision and improve their quality of life and their ability to live independently. Services include: * Low vision aids and other adaptive devices * Aging Eyes Initiative offers information about eye conditions common to seniors, free low-vision aids and devices, and referrals to more help. * Adjustment to Blindness Skill training * Training in daily living skills * Access to the Radio Talking Book * Access to books and other print material in alternative formats

Job counseling and guidance for people who want to find a career that matches their interests and abilities MORE INFORMATION If you have a significant vision loss that makes it hard for you to get and keep a job, you may be eligible for a variety of counseling, training, job skills, and job placement services. Counselors work with you to determine which services you will need to reach your job goal. Counselors who know about vision loss and understand workplace demands will help you choose which options are the best for you.

The Communication Center provides books, newspapers, magazines and other printed materials in alternate formats for people who are blind, visually impaired, DeafBlind or who have other disabilities that make it difficult for them to read print. Services include: * Braille and audio transcription of books and other printed materials * News by phone or on the go * Library services offering books in accessible formats * Radio Talking Book offering free, closed-circuit news and information service broadcast 24/7

The Communication Center provides books, newspapers, magazines and other printed materials in alternate formats for people who are blind, visually impaired, DeafBlind or who have other disabilities that make it difficult for them to read print. Services include: * Braille and audio transcription of books and other printed materials * News by phone or on the go * Library services offering books in accessible formats * Radio Talking Book offering free, closed-circuit news and information service broadcast 24/7

Program provides training or work experience to individuals with disabilities or impairing health conditions to help them find a job and become economically independent

Job counseling and guidance for people who want to find a career that matches their interests and abilities MORE INFORMATION If you have a significant vision loss that makes it hard for you to get and keep a job, you may be eligible for a variety of counseling, training, job skills, and job placement services. Counselors work with you to determine which services you will need to reach your job goal. Counselors who know about vision loss and understand workplace demands will help you choose which options are the best for you.

Coordinated activities are provided to students to teach the knowledge and skills needed for post-school activities. This can include such things as employment, further education and training, community experiences or living independently. MORE INFORMATION Teens who are blind, DeafBlind or visually impaired can benefit from guidance, planning and training to succeed at education, work and independent living.

The Communication Center provides books, newspapers, magazines and other printed materials in alternate formats for people who are blind, visually impaired, DeafBlind or who have other disabilities that make it difficult for them to read print. Services include: * Braille and audio transcription of books and other printed materials * News by phone or on the go * Library services offering books in accessible formats * Radio Talking Book offering free, closed-circuit news and information service broadcast 24/7

Blind or visually impaired support services offer direct support to people who are blind, deaf-blind or with low vision. Programs may teach Independent Living Skills (ILS) to people with a visual impairment. MORE INFORMATION Offers help to individuals who have new blindness. deaf-blindness or visual disabilities. Adjustment to Blindness Training refers to training opportunities which teach an individual with a vision loss the skills necessary to work competitively and live independently. Training includes: * Skills to help you travel and get where you need to go * Learning to access printed materials with computer equipment and/or braille * Tools and techniques to take on all the challenges of daily life * Gaining confidence to live successfully and pursue personal and professional goals

Offers counseling, training and referrals to help seniors find ways to adapt to changes in their vision and improve their quality of life and their ability to live independently. Services include: * Low vision aids and other adaptive devices * Aging Eyes Initiative offers information about eye conditions common to seniors, free low-vision aids and devices, and referrals to more help. * Adjustment to Blindness Skill training * Training in daily living skills * Access to the Radio Talking Book * Access to books and other print material in alternative formats

Blind or visually impaired support services offer direct support to people who are blind, deaf-blind or with low vision. Programs may teach Independent Living Skills (ILS) to people with a visual impairment. MORE INFORMATION Offers help to individuals who have new blindness. deaf-blindness or visual disabilities. Adjustment to Blindness Training refers to training opportunities which teach an individual with a vision loss the skills necessary to work competitively and live independently. Training includes: * Skills to help you travel and get where you need to go * Learning to access printed materials with computer equipment and/or braille * Tools and techniques to take on all the challenges of daily life * Gaining confidence to live successfully and pursue personal and professional goals

Offers assistive technology devices and adaptive equipment that can help people with disabilities communicate, increase their mobility and live more comfortably. Learn more about assistive technology costs that are covered through waivers in the Community-Based Services Manual. MORE INFORMATION ScripAbility partners with pharmacists to print prescription labels in large print, braille, or talking labels for blind, visually impaired, dyslexic and print impaired customers, as well as those whose primary language is not English. Print instructions are available in 25 languages. The accessible information on the prescription label includes the prescription details, warnings, and education information. Offers: * Large print labels for easy reading that is attached to the prescription bottle * Braille labels attached to the prescription bottles * Talking labels include a free customer prescription reader and is available in multiple languages * Dual language labels * Controlled Substance Safety Labels

The Communication Center provides books, newspapers, magazines and other printed materials in alternate formats for people who are blind, visually impaired, DeafBlind or who have other disabilities that make it difficult for them to read print. Services include: * Braille and audio transcription of books and other printed materials * News by phone or on the go * Library services offering books in accessible formats * Radio Talking Book offering free, closed-circuit news and information service broadcast 24/7

Coordinated activities are provided to students to teach the knowledge and skills needed for post-school activities. This can include such things as employment, further education and training, community experiences or living independently. MORE INFORMATION Teens who are blind, DeafBlind or visually impaired can benefit from guidance, planning and training to succeed at education, work and independent living.