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The APH ConnectCenter offers curated information & resources for families, job seekers who are blind or low vision, adults, and professionals in the field

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Supporting students with CVI in learning letters & numbers requires tailored strategies. Using high-contrast visuals, preferred colors, & interactive tools can make identification easier. Learn practical techniques to help your child build these skills. bit.ly/4iUDuUZ

Teaching Letter and Number Identification to Students with CVI

Learn about CVI, a brain-based visual impairment, and how to teach students with CVI to visually identify letters and numbers effectively.

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Embrace the outdoors, even with blindness or low vision! You can rediscover the joy of outdoor activities with orientation and mobility training, supportive companions, and a willingness to ask for assistance. bit.ly/4hnIJvo

Walking and Hiking with Vision Loss: Your Guide to Confident Outdoor Exploration 

Explore the world with confidence! Discover tips for walking and hiking if you are blind or low vision and enjoy the great outdoors safely.

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Your voice matters! Help us enhance APH CareerConnect by sharing your thoughts in our short survey. Your feedback will guide us in improving resources for job seekers who are blind or low vision. Take the survey! bit.ly/42DnB0x
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Dating with vision loss can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, check out this article for tips on confidently navigating the dating world, from online profiles to first dates and beyond. bit.ly/3Q8u8sk

Dating 101 When Blind or Low Vision

Dating with vision loss? Find out how to overcome challenges and still enjoy a happy and fulfilling love life with these helpful tips.

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You play a vital role in helping your child develop independence and confident travel skills. Learn what you can do today to support your child’s future success—We cover skills from birth through high school. bit.ly/48joR9S

Empowering Independence: Cultivating Essential Travel Skills

Prepare your child for independence by nurturing their navigation skills. Encourage exploration for lifelong self-sufficiency.

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Landmarks, compass directions, and describing traveling to a location are all ways to support your child and their Orientation & Mobility skills. bit.ly/3YzChLD
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Discover how Customized Employment helps individuals with disabilities or barriers find meaningful, tailored jobs that match their strengths and interests. Learn more about this collaborative approach that benefits both job seekers and employers. bit.ly/3NcQEyM

Customized Employment: A Path to Meaningful Work

Unlocking employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or low vision. Learn how Customized Employment can help address challenges and secure sustainable jobs.

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Gain confidence in your travel skills with key tips and techniques for orienting independently. Explore our guide to navigating your environment when you're blind or have low vision! bit.ly/3TFlpQT

Orientation and Mobility: Navigating Your Environment with Confidence 

Learn about orientation and mobility skills for individuals with blindness or low vision. Discover strategies to navigate safely and independently in any environment.

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Exciting news! The AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework is set to revolutionize the hiring process, with a special focus on supporting disabled job seekers. bit.ly/3Y59uhR

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Help APH test a new accessible font! If you use your eyes in any capacity to read text on screens, take this survey to help us refine the font & ensure it's easy to read for the widest audience possible. Complete the survey on a desktop or laptop by 10/11. font.aphtech.org
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September 23-27 is Fall Prevention Awareness Week! Learn valuable tips to reduce the risk of falls at home and explore practical strategies to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. bit.ly/46bOrvk
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Meet Sina Bahram, an expert in inclusive design and blind accessibility! Don’t miss this engaging read on how he’s shaping a more accessible world and get a sneak peek of his Career Conversation interview on September 19th. bit.ly/3WWROmE
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CVI Now from @PerkinsVision is a wealth of knowledge and an amazing resource. Discover supports for early intervention, information on CVI visual behaviors, and more. bit.ly/4dtoqLN

CVI Now: A Perkins School for the Blind Resource 

CVI, the leading cause of childhood blindness, affects up to 1 in 30 kids,—a public health crisis. Discover the resources offered by CVI Now.

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CVI Awareness Month is an opportunity to share resources and the stories of families of children with CVI. Learn more about cortical/cerebral visual impairment, the leading cause of childhood visual impairments. bit.ly/3X7uIer

Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment in Children

Understanding vision as a brain process: CVI's impact and the need for more research on its impact and how to best support those with CVI.

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Sorting, puzzles, and other skills learned at younger ages support job skills for your child when they are older. It is never too early to start developing these skills to help your child succeed. bit.ly/3zVYN7q

Building Independence: Adam’s Journey from Early Skills to Work

Learn how career education can start early in life. Follow Anne and Adam Harvey's story to understand the impact of high expectations and independent living skills.

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Preparing for kindergarten can stir up many different emotions. Working with your child's team and setting up ways to help your child be successful from the first day will ensure this transition is smooth. bit.ly/3zH4F4o

Preparing Your Child Who is Blind or Low Vision for Kindergarten

Prepare your blind or low-vision child for kindergarten success. Learn how to support their journey with expert guidance and a strong team.

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The Monarch is a tool to help students & adults thrive in the classroom & beyond! @APHConnect shares how the Monarch can support parents, professionals, adult learners, & more alongside info about alternative funding & suggestions for educating others. bit.ly/3Mb1J2Q

Monarch: Thriving Beyond the Classroom

Introducing the Monarch multiline Braille display for adults who are blind and low vision. Explore thousands of tactile graphics and stay engaged with reading.

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Transitioning from early intervention and in-home support to IEP and school-based support is an important milestone for you and your child. Preparing for the upcoming transition is a great way to support your child. bit.ly/4f1YTe5
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Is your high schooler considering heading to college or pursuing further education opportunities? Check out our Transition to College Activity Guide for supported activities to do with your child before they head off to college. bit.ly/4cCiNKV

Preparing for Further Education

Learn essential tips for preparing further education for blind low vision teens to succeed in their educational journey.

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When your child is leaving preschool and preparing for kindergarten, you may find yourself with additional meetings and feel eager to help make their first day the best you can. Find ways to ensure the meetings support your child from day one. bit.ly/3SbUuLA

Preparing Your Child Who is Blind or Low Vision for Kindergarten

Prepare your blind or low-vision child for kindergarten success. Learn how to support their journey with expert guidance and a strong team.

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