Health and Wellness

What is Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act? Part 1: Non-Discrimination Rules

Does Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act have you wondering what your obligations are regarding Non-Discrimination Rules? Section 1557…

8 years ago

Back To School and Branching Out

As I walked the isles of my local one-stop shopping store and I saw all of the back-to-school items on…

8 years ago

Accessible Banking: 10 Tips to Make Your Bank More Accessible

Put Yourself in Someone Else’s Place; To Understand How They See Things Most people who are diagnosed with a visual…

8 years ago

Call Ahead Before Heading Out With Your Sweetheart on Valentine’s Day

Many restaurants, from casual dining to high-end dining, offer Braille and large print menus. Sometimes, it can take a bit…

8 years ago

The Time to be an Accessibility Advocate for Higher Education Begins at Birth; Be the Voice

The Americans with Disabilities Act, Amendments Act of 2008 and the 2008 Higher Education Opportunity Act have opened many pathways…

8 years ago

5 Super Sensory Activities to Enjoy with Your Kids During Winter Break

DIY SlimeFrozen Paint Water MarblesMarble ArtCrystal Letters and ShapesAir MoverOther Sources for Hands-On Activities I am always looking for creative…

8 years ago

Affordable Care Act Questions, Answers & Resources

I Have a Disability; Do I Have to Apply for the Affordable Care Act? What Do I Need to Know…

8 years ago

What Does the Adoption of Unified English Braille Mean for You?

We began our preparation for the enactment of Unified English Braille in 2012 and are ready to implement the new…

8 years ago

Halloween Advice From One Blind Parent to Another

Here's a story for all the other parents who are blind on how to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween…

9 years ago

Celebrating White Cane Safety Day & Blind Americans Equality Day

Equality Awareness Equality awareness for people who are blind might sound a little strange. Probably because you'd think all Americans…

9 years ago