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Thursday, August 17th, 2017We always must know our past to understand our present. With the Charlottesville, Virginia disturbances on Saturday August 12th, we find our past American history collide with the present events and issues in our communities. To gain additional perspectives, from the New York Times read the following commentary by Thomas L. Friedman and Ross Douthat, […]
Accessible Mobile Reading Apps
Monday, December 12th, 2016The NLS reference Guide for Accessible Mobile Reading Apps describes accessible software applications (apps) for smartphones and other mobile devices, which can be used by those who are visually impaired to read books, newspapers, magazines, and other print material.
Be Prepared to Vote on November 8th, 2016
Wednesday, October 5th, 2016The RI Secretary of State has all the information you will need to be prepared to vote at your local polling station. If you have vision loss or physical challenges refer to the information on their website.
2016 NFBRI State Convention October 14th and 15th,
Wednesday, September 14th, 2016The 46th annual National Federation of the Blind of Rhode Island Convention will be held at the Radisson Airport Hotel , 2081 Post Road, Warwick, RI on October 14th and 15th. On the 14th, the free Assistive Technology Fair runs from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. On Saturday, there is a full day of meetings, presentations and conversations […]
FEMA Region I Disability Integration Newsletter
Friday, September 9th, 2016The Fall 2016 edition of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region I Disability Integration Newsletter offers resources for planning and responding to adverse weather and other emergency situations. FEMA is committed to ensuring inclusive and accessible emergency management programs and services. The Newsletter is online.
Independent Living Conference 2016
Wednesday, September 7th, 2016The Ocean State Center for Independent Living is holding an IL Conference on September 15th from 8:00am to 2:00pm at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI. The workshops include “iPhone Solutions for increased independence”, “Laugh Yoga”, and “Exploring IL Options in Rhode Island”. The keynote speaker is John Moon from the National Education for Assistance […]
Boston Abilities Expo September 16 – 18, 2016
Thursday, September 1st, 2016The Boston Abilities Expo will have more than 150 exhibitors demonstrating new products designed to increase independence for people with disabilities. The Expo is free to attend and held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. If you want more information or wish to register. You may also call David Korse (310) 405-1317 to register.
Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities
Monday, August 1st, 2016Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities or Access and Functional Needs It’s hurricane season in Rhode Island and the Atlantic Coast. Are you prepared for a weather emergency? If you, or someone you know, has a disability or access or functional needs, be sure to take additional steps to stay safe, healthy, mobile, and independent […]
Amazon to improve for the Blind
Friday, March 4th, 2016On March 2, 2016, the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) and Amazon announced they will be working together to improve reading experiences for Blind, low vision, and deaf-blind students. Read the full press release at https://nfb.org/.
Best Android Apps for People with Low Vision
Thursday, February 25th, 2016Shelly Brisbin wrote the article, Best Android Apps for People with Low Vision. She says the focus of her article is on apps that support a low-vision Android user experience. In the future, some of the individual apps featured in Shelly’s article will be highlighted one at a time on the Talking Books Plus blog. In her article, Shelly says […]
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