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Patio Furniture.com
Universal Design for Accessible Backyards Designing an Accessible Backyard Accessibility features like ramps, elevators, railings, automatic doors and Braille signage assist people with disabilities when they are out and about. While these improvements are common in most public spaces, residential areas often lack these necessary elements. However, all it takes is a few modifications to create an accessible design for your home. If you live with someone who has a disability, your home probably has everything you need to accommodate their auditory, visual, sensory or mobility issues indoors. But what about your garden or deck? Outdoor layouts can be difficult for people with disabilities to navigate, but adding universal design elements can potentially help keep everyone safe and comfortable while outside. Overview This post will provide suggestions and tips about: Setting Up Outdoor Structures Selecting Accessible Seating Universal Design Garden Tips Choosing Sensory-friendly Furniture for Kids
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Prevent Blindness America
Some useful information on preventing damage to the eye.
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Prime Weld
Guide to Trade School For People with Disabilities Professionally successful people living with a disability sometimes credit their impairment for boosting their career prospects, because it taught them perseverance and commitment. Others believe that their physical or cognitive differences in certain areas have led them to develop stronger abilities in others. Choosing a trade school is an opportunity to assess one's traits and capabilities, and find the right career for applying them. Jump to a section: Why Vocational or Trade School? What People With Disabilities Should Look for in a Trade School Common Trade School Challenges for People With Disabilities Career Options for People With Disabilities
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Resume Now
Career Guide for Individuals with Disabilities People with disabilities are the largest minority group in the world. In the U.S. alone, there are 61 million individuals with disabilities, accounting for nearly one in four U.S. adults. However, only 19.3% of people with disabilities are employed, compared to 66.3% of people without disabilities. If people with disabilities make up such a significant portion of the population, why is there such a large employment gap? With the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990, America has championed the rights of individuals with disabilities to provide reasonable accommodations and accessibility across the nation.
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The Royal National Institute for The Blind
A good site with information and very useful links for everyone who has problems with their eyes or their vision.
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The Zebra
The Ultimate Guide to Finding and Renting Housing With Disabilities Everyone is entitled to a safe, accessible, and comfortable home. If you or a loved one live with a disability, finding and renting the right housing can feel like an uphill battle. But there is no reason to go it alone. Government agencies and national organizations are available to help with the process. Federal and state laws mandate that disabled renters should never face discrimination or hardship when finding their ideal rental home. Understanding your legal rights is the first step toward simplifying the process of finding a rental. In addition to government assistance, a range of non-profit organizations advocates for accessible housing across the country. Some groups develop accessible housing options while others lobby for more comprehensive protections for disabled renters and homeowners. These organizations can also help you navigate the renting process including finding an affordable home, making changes to an apartment or even negotiating with a landlord. In this guide, we’ll provide all the information you need to find and rent housing if you, a friend, or family member has a disability.
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turbotenant
A Landlord & Tenant’s Guide to Renting With a Disability As a landlord, it’s important to know how to provide accessible housing and meet the needs of renters with disabilities. If you’re a tenant, finding an apartment that you love and feel safe in is important. Searching for that perfect place can be challenging if you have a disability, but there are legal rights to be aware of and great resources to make the process easier. If you’re a caretaker to someone with a disability, knowing if they’re ready to live independently is also crucial in ensuring their daily life is supported. This guide will provide you with everything you need to know about renting with a disability and accessible housing whether you’re a landlord or tenant.
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U.S. Self Storage
Moving Guide for Families of People with Blindness and Vision Impairments There are several steps involved in the overall process of moving. Not only do you need to work through packing, but you also need to get acclimated to a new home, new friends, new schools, and even new jobs — all of which can be challenging. However, when you combine all of that with any type of vision impairment, it can make the situation even more strenuous. Throughout the article below you will be able to get a better understanding of how to prepare for a move if you or someone you know is living with blindness or alternative visual impairment.
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Verizon
Mobile Assistive Technologies for People With Low Vision and Blindness While smartphones and tablets are helpful in everyday life, those with low vision and blindness may find it difficult or even impossible to use them. Fortunately, smartphone manufacturers and software developers are aware of the problem and work to implement many accessibility features on mobile devices so people with low vision can use them. Accessibility Features Included in Mainstream Devices Smartphones are available in many shapes and sizes and come from a variety of manufacturers around the world. However, many consumers use mainstream smartphones and tablets made for use with Apple and Android operating systems. Fortunately, there may already be accessibility functions on your phone that you may not know about.
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VisionCenter
Your One-Stop-Shop For All Things Vision We provide medically accurate content for all things vision. Learn about eye conditions and vision correction practices. Explore treatment options today. What Is Corneal Ectasia? Corneal ectasia is an abnormal thinning of the cornea. The cornea is a transparent tissue covering the front of your eye and helps to focus light entering your eye. A healthy cornea is essential to maintain clear vision. Although rare, corneal ectasia is a sight-threatening condition that can cause permanent damage to the eye.
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visionCenter
How to Read Your Eyeglasses Prescription If you’ve ever had an eye exam, and your doctor has determined that you will need vision correction, they may have mentioned that you have astigmatism, nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), or another type of eye condition that affects your vision. How to read eyeglass prescription These are all crucial pieces of information when it comes time to get your eyewear. (Note that this is different than a contact lens prescription). But what exactly do all these abbreviations and numbers mean? We’ll break down your prescription step-by-step so that you’ll know exactly how to read your glasses prescription, and what your prescription means by the end of this article.
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VisionCenter
Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink? Many different issues can cause your eye to hurt when you blink. Sometimes the pain clears on its own and there’s nothing to worry about. But there are times when painful blinking is a sign of something serious. How do you know what’s causing eye pain when blinking? Common Causes of Eye Pain More Serious Causes of Eye Pain How Can I Relieve Eye Pain At Home? When Should I Worry About Eye Pain When Blinking? Risks & Complications of Eye Pain When Blinking
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WonderBaby
Returning to School 2021-2022: Concerns for Parents of Children with Special Needs and Medical Complexities Virtual vs hybrid vs in-person learning? How to make the best back-to-school decisions for your special needs child Everything has been disrupted in the last year. The pandemic, lockdowns, employment instability and virtual learning all conspired together to make lives difficult for everyone, but arguably one of the hardest hit groups have been families with special needs children. Special needs kids – and their caregivers – often rely on expected routines and reliable support networks just to make it through the day. Schools, medical facilities, therapists and personal care attendants may have all been disrupted or even nonexistent for months at a time. It’s been a hard road to travel. So here we are in 2021 with the hope of a return to “normal” on the horizon… aren’t you excited?