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Make it Accessible training courses were announced today at the education technology show, BETT. The free one day courses will be delivered by the company that led the Department for Education Access Resources Pilot project, Dolphin Computer Access.

Tickets now offered to descriptive audio shows at Fox Theatre through the Lighthouse for the Blind Arts and Entertainment Accessibility Program

The United Kingdom Association for Accessible Formats (UKAAF) announced James Bowden as Chair of the UKAAF Braille Coding Group. A Braille developer for access technology specialists Dolphin Computer Access, he's also a former student of NCW.

New Manufacturing Space Will Put More Visually-Impaired Employees to Work and Support Non-Profit Business Growth

The screen magnification market looks set for a significant shake up following the recent release of an updated screen access solution from one of the World’s original accessibility experts - Dolphin Computer Access.

Inspired bath & body care company donating potion of every sale to Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany (NABA)

The National Statler Center for Careers in Hospitality is announcing class dates for the upcoming semester, for Statler Training and Education Connection (STEC) courses.

The National Statler Center for Careers in Hospitality, is announcing class dates for the upcoming semester, for the hospitality courses.

Individuals with Vision Impairment can learn to live Independent and Productive Lives

Wicab announces an award of $3.2M from the Defense Medical Research and Development Program. The funds will be used to evaluate and improve the BrainPort® vision device, a visual prosthetic designed for those who are blind.

Businessman Isaac Shapiro is Supporting Organizations for Visually Impaired through Newly Formed Inspiration Foundation

A Technology Conference for the Visually Impaired gives the partially sighted community ways to live normal lives.

Annual Blind Wine Tasting with Dancing, Silent Auction and Delicious Three-Course Meal is a Popular Fundraising Event

Expanded Client Service Program Increases In-Home Follow Ups, Assessments and Referrals

NJFFB Board of Advisors inducted at Annual Meeting

Vive the Special DREAM Art Exhibition 2010, which features original paintings, photographs, and other works of art by 15 different artists with disabilities from around the United States, will be on display at Alhambra City Hall Lobby in September.

The Society’s new logo is a bold visual statement that recognizes 100 consecutive years of service and illustrates bright promise for the future.

The Emergency Call button that is not only a button, it is a Phone. Press 1 Big Blue button and you can wirelessly Talk with anyone anywhere in or around your home. No Monthly Charges to pay.

Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter will host "Special Friends Adoption Day" on Saturday, August 28 from noon till 5pm to highlight our most unique and special animals awaiting homes.

Atlanta-based nonprofit inABLE is preparing to send 22,000 books to Kenya with the help of volunteers at a one-day event Saturday, August 7, 2010. Books will benefit the blind and other students in Kenya.

Ms. Wren, an attorney with law firm Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, concentrates her practice in the areas of exempt organizations, estate planning and business succession planning for privately held businesses and, also, for families and individuals.

Mary Harris, the owner of a prominent business etiquette and protocol company, has been named to the Lighthouse of Broward Board of Directors, announced. Board Chairperson Carmen Miller.

Ladies across the city are invited to be pampered at a Charity event in Leeds City Centre next week to help raise money for deaf and blind children in Yorkshire.

A blind South African runner and his Australian running partner will take on the Comrades Marathon later this month to raise funds for The Fred Hollows Foundation South Africa.

Leading deaf and blind charity coHearentVision has launched its new contemporary Youth Service for children and young people in Yorkshire.

How do you know which window treatment is right in your bedroom? There are 3 basic types of window treatments that can be used alone or in combinations. Here’s some tips on these basic types and what style of room you might choose them for.

Blinds are known to be the best decorating elements in the house. It is often used to add impact and design to your old windows. Asked an interior designer to design your house, he will always advice you to buy custom blinds that are made of wood.

There was a time when the buildings being built in New York City were largely constructed of earthy materials—limestone, brownstone, brick, terra cotta—and glass really only figured into their design in the form of windows and skylights

How often should family fire drills be held? What type of glass should you have in windows to help prevent noise penetration and discourage intruders? Carolina Blind Crafters offers fast tips for staying safe in your home and enjoying your windows.

Louisiana Association for the Blind CEO Shelly Taylor presented the AbilityOne Champion Award to Rep. Alexander for his efforts to help create good pay jobs with excellent benefits for people who are blind sold through the AbilityOne Program.

RLCB Inc. CEO Janet Griffey presented the AbilityOne Champion award to Rep. Jones in Washington, D.C. on March 10 for his efforts to help create good pay jobs with excellent benefits for people who are blind sold through the AbilityOne Program.

For creating good paying jobs with excellent benefits for people who are blind, Mississippi Industries for the Blind Executive Director Mike Chew presented the AbilityOne Champion award to Rep. Harper in Washington, D.C. on March 10.

Vancouver, BC March 17, 2010 - Best Western Chateau Granville came to the aid of one of Canada’s most promising Paralympic Athletes , Mark DeMontis.

Create-a-blind is having a Spring Sale! 30% off our top quality, hand made to measure Wooden & Aluminium Venetian Blinds, Vertical Blinds and Wood Weave Roman Blinds. Come and view our superb selection of colours and styles!

We offer a complete line of products to service all of our customer’s needs Including Faux Wood Blinds , Vertical Blinds, Roller Shades , Cellular Shades , Woven Wood Shades , Roman Shades , Solar Shades, Window Shadings , Plantation Shutters

This Emergency Call button is not only a button, it is a Phone. Press 1 Big Blue button and you can wirelessly Talk with anyone.

Nonprofit brings awareness to the different ways students with print disabilities read, during Different Ways to Read Across America Day.

Blind Macon guitarist Joey Stuckey receives prestigious award.

Jane Greenwald of Short Hills, NJ, has been named a member of the Board of Trustees of NJ Foundation for the Blind, a vision rehabilitation program for adults with vision loss.

A new project that is developed to support blind and partially sighted people started on the 01 November 2009. Its main aim is to help unemployed who require pre-employment training to address their special needs to achieving employment.

Eighty years after Winston Churchill decreed “let the blind hear” in a radio broadcast from his Kent home on Christmas Day, the charity he began continues to support people with visual impairment.

Rousettus LLC, has launched its flagship product, VIYM(tm) - a yoga mat specially designed for the visually impaired and physically challenged. VIYM and its instructional DVDs are available for purchase exclusively at www.rousettus.com.

A small black and yellow box is set to revolutionise life for trainee counsellor Ronald Edwards from Berkhamsted.

PlayAbility Toys designs and sells toys for children with special needs -- toys that all children love. The company was selected for the prestigious Grubb & Ellis Emergent Engtrepreneur award due to its innovative and effective mission.

In a first every surgery Dr. Kerry Assil restores a woman's vision

Lorraine Wylie’s book ‘For the Love of Naomi’, the story of missionaries William and Mary Stevenson is being transcribed by the Torch Trust for readers who are blind or partially sighted.

Jarvis & MacKenzie has announced a staff-driven charitable donation program that will provide much needed funding to a variety of local charities

Serena Blackburn has scooped a bronze medal representing Great Britain in the prestigious Deaflympics, held in China.

NYCGigs presents acclaimed singer-songwriter Lachi in concert on Thursday October 22nd at 7pm for a College Musical Journal (CMJ) Showcase. The showcase will be held at the renowned Village Underground on 130 West 3rd Street NY, NY.

Rebecca Quinn is celebrating 12 dedicated years of working as a volunteer with Leeds Society for Deaf and Blind People – and wants more people to join her.