Blindness

Accommodations for blindness assist individuals without functional vision by translating text into Braille or reading information aloud to help complete essential job tasks.

Training (18)

Technical services training is provided remotely or in-person to train individuals on the features and functions of assistive technology software such as Dragon, JAWS, and ZoomText.

Audio Output Devices (5)

Audio output devices assist individuals with vision limitations by converting text to speech, allowing information to be read aloud to complete essential job tasks.

Braille Displays (12)

Braille displays assist individuals with vision limitations by presenting digital content in refreshable Braille, allowing precise interaction with documents, databases, spreadsheets, and the internet when used with screen readers.

Braille Embossers (3)

Braille embossers assist individuals with vision limitations by printing tactile Braille cells from digital documents, enabling efficient Braille production when used with translation software.

Braille Translators (6)

Braille translators assist individuals with vision limitations by converting text into Braille code, which can then be printed as a hard copy using a Braille embosser.

Computer Headsets (5)

Computer headsets assist individuals with dexterity and/or cognitive limitations by enabling audio input and output, allowing them to interact with software that requires a headset or microphone.

Notetakers (2)

Notetakers assist individuals with vision limitations by allowing input via QWERTY or Perkins Braille keyboards and providing output in audio or refreshable Braille formats.

Scanners (9)

Scanners assist individuals with vision limitations by converting hard copy documents into electronic formats, enabling the use of other forms of assistive technology to access information and complete essential job tasks.

Screen Readers (16)

Screen readers assist individuals with vision limitations by converting on-screen information into audio output, allowing users to hear content instead of reading it.