The NFB Center of Excellence in Nonvisual Access (CENA) to Education, Public Information, and Commerce, with support from the Maryland Department iDisability through a Non-Visual Access Initiative Grant, is pleased to offer the following Accessibility Boutiques (introductions to accessibility) free of charge and open to the public. The boutiques are held in person at the […]
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Courtesy of the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council Achieving a Better Life Experience: ABLE What’s up in Maryland and around the nation? Maryland’s legislature passed a bill last April to create the “Maryland ABLE Program,” making it possible for individuals with disabilities to open accounts similar to college savings plans but to save for disability related expenses. The […]
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The Maryland Department of Disabilities Technology Assistance Program Launches Statewide Portable Ramp Access Project Baltimore, MD – Effective September 12th, the Maryland Department of Disabilities Technology Assistance Program is set to launch the Statewide Portable Ramp Access Project (SPRAP). Established with a grant totaling $43,560 from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, the SPRAP will […]
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Technology that is nonvisually accessible, which can be accessed and operated using audio and Braille, creates opportunities for the blind to live, work, and play as fully participating members of our communities. When done correctly, building innovative, universally designed technologies is simple, cost effective, and beneficial to blind and sighted users alike. The National Federation […]
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2016 Presidential Election Voter Forums EASTERN SHORE FORUM – Salisbury, MD Wednesday September 28, 2016 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Dove Pointe 1225 Mt. Hermon Road Salisbury, MD 21801 BALTIMORE CITY FORUM – Baltimore, MD Thursday October 6, 2016 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm The League for People with Disabilities Meyerhoff Multipurpose Room 1111 E. Cold […]
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Nominate a Direct Support Professional or Employer Advocate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are vital to the life experiences of many people with disabilities in Maryland. From employment support to community living assistance, DSPs are many times the key difference between community participation and isolation for those with disabilities. The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) and […]
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