External Resources

The following list contains resources for individuals interested in creating accessible materials and environments, sharing accessibility resources with others, learning how to increase access for people with vision loss, and more!

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Lists programs in each state that help individuals with disabilities acquire assistive technology.

Learn More about Assistive Technology Act Programs

Lists programs by state that offer low-interest loans to help individuals with disabilities pay for assistive technology.

Learn More about Assistive Technology Low Interest Financing Programs

Links to organizations that offer sports and recreation opportunities and resources for individuals who are blind or have low vision.

Learn More about Blind Sports and Recreation Resources

Information about Veterans Affairs programs for service-members and veterans who are blind or have low vision. Includes a list of Blind Rehabilitation Centers in each state that offer adjustment to blindness training.

Learn More about Blinded Veterans Programs

Links to organizations that provide services, resources, and education for individuals who are blind or have low vision.

Learn More about Blindness Information Links

Links to businesses that provide products and services to individuals who are blind or have low vision, deaf-blind, or who have multiple disabilities.

Learn More about Blindness-Related Products and Services

Describes non-medical blindness-related professions and links to related education, job openings and trends, and program contact information.

Learn More about Careers in Non-Medical Blindness-Related Professions

Lists college and university programs that offer courses in the education and rehabilitation of persons who are blind or have low vision, deaf-blind, or who have multiple disabilities.

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Links to programs and resources for individuals who are deafblind and their families.

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Definitions for blindness, low vision, and deafblind for adults and children in the US and worldwide.

Learn More about Definitions of Blindness and Low Vision

Information and resources for individuals with low vision and the professionals who work with them, including links about bioptic driving and low vision technology.

Learn More about Information about Low Vision

Links to learn more about a wide range of eye diseases. Information about syndromes and refractive laser surgery is also included.

Learn More about Information on Specific Eye Diseases

Links to national associations and support groups for persons who are blind or have low vision.

Learn More about National Associations and Groups

Links to find contact information for state vocational rehabilitation agencies.

Learn More about State Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Links to tech organizations that focus on assistive devices or adaptive solutions.

Learn More about Technology Sites

Links to videos on topics such as employment, independent living, and education for individuals who are blind or have low vision.

Learn More about Video Links