Talking Book and Braille Library Welcomes Hoosiers with Vision Impairment

The Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL) is one of 57 regional libraries that provides FREE alternative reading sources for people with low vision. The TBBL is a part of the Library of Congress’ National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.  They offer large print, braille books, and books on tape to Indiana […]

Speedway Special Needs Resource Fair, April 24th

          WHAT: 2010 Special Needs Family Resource and Information Fair WHEN: April 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE: Speedway United Methodist Church, 5065 W. 16th St., Indianapolis IN Come visit with more than 40 disability service organizations and find services to help you and your loved one at this free, […]

Window-Eyes Training in Cincinnati

GW Micro is offering classes for students, assistive technology professionals, rehab counselors, or anyone wanting to get a thorough training in Window-Eyes.  This could benefit a number of different audiences, whether you already use the program and want a better understanding of its uses or if you’re using it for the first time.  The two […]

Microsoft Accessibility Training April 23

Easter Seals Crossroads is one of 26 Microsoft Accessibility Resource Centers (MARC) in the United States, and the only one in Indiana.  This center provides quarterly trainings on how to use the accessibility features built into Microsoft.  These features were designed with consideration towards disabilities such as low vision, wrist injury, and hearing loss. The next training […]

Accessible Movie Theaters

Going to see a movie is a great way to spend an evening with friends, family, or a date.  The cushioned seats, dark surroundings, smell of popcorn, and in-your-face large movie screen have a way of capturing your undivided attention and exciting the senses.  Theaters across the nation have continually improved conditions to try and […]

ICAN Provides Service Dogs Trained by Prisoners

This Indiana organization provides service dogs to people with disabilities.  What makes it unique from other service animal programs is the fact that these dogs are trained by people in correctional facilities. ICAN, which stands for Indiana Canine Assistant Network, was formed in 2001 by Sally Irvin, Ph.D.  Each dog undergoes a two year training […]