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Accessible Assistive Technology Resources Bridges Blog Independent Living Resources Information Resources Series: Appetite For Accessibility August 2024

Accessing Food Package Information

Appetite For Accessibility August We all need to eat, and we all need access to information and tools. From package directions and recipes to apps for grocery shopping and food ordering, lack of non-visual accessibility to information and tools can create barriers for us. This month, we share non-visually accessible tools and explore applications to […]

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Create Calm Self Care Yoga Recap

In June, we partnered with Create Calm Yoga and Mindfulness for an incredible Self Care Yoga event focused on relaxation and self-care. Read our new blog post to learn about the highlights!

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Be My AI

Updated as of August 3, 2024. What is Be My AI? Be My Eyes has added a digital visual assistant powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4, better known as ChatGPT. This AI option is called “Be My AI.” In earlier iterations, the tool was called “Virtual Volunteer,” so information referencing “Virtual Volunteer” from Be My Eyes is […]

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Bridges Blog Independent Living Resources Orientation and Mobility Series: Jet Setting July 2024

Public Transportation Services in Maryland

Jet Setting July This month, we explore multiple means of travel and our rights when out in our communities. From walking with canes and dogs to traveling in automobiles, planes, trains, buses, and more, please join us as we get ready to jet-set this July. Use our up-to-date Bridges Resource Library to check out the […]

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Public Transportation Services in Southern Maryland

Updated as of July 30, 2024. Public transportation provides an inexpensive way to travel around our communities. Please find below information about public transportation services in Southern Maryland: Calvert County, St. Mary’s County, and Charles County. Calvert County Calvert County Department of Community Resources Provides public bus transportation to link residents with major shopping, medical […]