We empower people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities by creating diverse, sustainable, and meaningful employment opportunities.
Seattle WA
Joined July 2009
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Since 1918, @Lighthouse_Inc has given people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities meaningful employment opportunities. They work with employers ranging from The Boeing Company to the U.S. Navy!
#GiveBIG #ThatGivingFeeling
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Effective Communications with Travelers who are Deafblind is a video that highlights employees of the @Lighthouse_Inc and the DeafBlind Service Center in Seattle, Washington, along with @SoundTransit passengers and staff. youtu.be/sq4Va3Uq4Uk
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Register for the Lighthouse for the Blind's webinar about audio gaming. It's in less than five days, and yours truly will be presenting. You are not going to want to miss this. lerven.me/lh @lighthouse_inc
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
If you haven’t already, here are instructions on how to enable the image description (alt text) reminder help.twitter.com/en/using-tw… #AltTextReminder
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
When you shop at #AbilityOne Base Supply Centers you support jobs for people who are blind. Find thousands of #SKILCRAFT products at 150+ BSCs worldwide. nib.org/products/base-supply…
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Do you have questions about the #ADA? Are you looking for resources or need clarification on what the law says? Reach out to your regional ADA Center by calling 1-800-949-4232 (Voice/Relay) for assistance.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
When you shop at #AbilityOne Base Supply Centers, you support employment opportunities for people who are blind. Shop thousands of #SKILCRAFT products at 150+ BSCs worldwide. nib.org/products/base-supply…
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
@Lighthouse_Inc is the largest employer of people who are #blind west of the Mississippi and the largest employer of DeafBlind individuals in the U.S.! Their employees inspire others by demonstrating that working with vision loss is possible. #NIBAgencySpotlight
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
As you prepare for end-of-year buying, let #SKILCRAFT meet your hardware, tool, and painting needs. Whether the job is big or small, inside or outside, SKILCRAFT has everything you need to get it done right. #AbilityOne nyspspabilityone.com/OA_HTML…
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
The Biden administration rolled out free #COVID19 at-home tests designed to be more #accessible for people who are #blind or #visuallyimpared: cnn.com/2022/06/23/politics/…
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
If you want to make your business' social media #accessible, this site by @HashtagHeyAlexa is a great place to learn! A free resource hub with templates, checklists, examples, and more. #AccessibleSocial
accessibleemployers.ca/resou…
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Calling all blinded veterans! The Department of Veteran Affairs wants to know about YOUR experience with managing your VA Claims. For more information on how to participate, visit: buff.ly/36Vraoh
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
@Lighthouse_Inc is hiring an Accommodations Manager! This position ensures that employees and service recipients have the accessible materials to fully participate in work activities, classes, and program services. To learn more and apply, go to ow.ly/JRfX50HUqrr.
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
.@docsmsft is offering a free course to help you learn about designing games that are accessible for all.
Check it out👉docs.microsoft.com/en-us/lea…
#A11y
Today, @KaitlynJones_ tells us the most important aspect of gaming #accessibility is the ability to customize:
- size of elements
- color of elements
- button configuration
Learn more in this free course: msft.it/6019wKKQF
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
The @Lighthouse_Inc is hiring for multiple positions! The Lighthouse a successful manufacturing social enterprise that is committed to making jobs accessible to individuals who are blind. To learn more and apply, go to ow.ly/AK1J50HUqrs.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Molly Burke doesn't let her disability stop her from exploring the world with the help of her service dog, Bennix.
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Just because a person with low vision can read a few words of text at particular (or any) font and distance - doesn't mean that translates to the same person reading a page, a chapter, or book in print even over days or weeks. Visual fatigue is a real factor that impact people.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
The Freedom Scientific Training podcast gives you access to our training content on your mobile device or smart speaker. Check out the latest episode where ever you access podcasts. #FreedomScientificTraining
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Save the date: on Tuesday, January 18th, from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM ET, @adagreatlakes is hosting a webinar on Accessible Technology on Smartphones and Tablets for Users with Hearing, Cognitive, and Mobility Disabilities. Learn more: adata.org/event/accessible-t… #ADA #Accessibility #Tech
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The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. retweeted
Did you know in 1999, NASA’s Deep Space 1 probe named an android “9969 Braille” in honor of Louise Braille who is the inventor of braille.
#DidYouKnow #VisionImpairment #Blind #BeyondVision #Manufacturing #CareerRunway #NASA
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