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Harnessing Information Using Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses with David De Notaris

Omnipotent October Omnipotent is one of our favorite “O” words, and it helps us to celebrate the month of October with alliteration. Omnipotent means “all-powerful,” and we recognize that none of us can (or even want to be) all-powerful. Nevertheless, we all could use a bit more power at times. October brings us many blindness-related […]

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Embracing Self-Care: A Vital Practice for People with Disabilities

Discover why self-care is a vital practice for people with disabilities at The IMAGE Center of Maryland.

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Accessible Assistive Technology Resources Bridges Blog Series: September Solutions 2024

Tips For Using Windows 11 with JAWS

September Solutions School has begun throughout the state of Maryland, and we at the Bridges Technical Assistance Center and Helpdesk explore solutions to help prepare for two environments we cannot control: Medical care and Microsoft’s new operating system, Windows 11. This week, our special guest contributor Curtis Chong. Curtis helps us dive into Windows 11 […]

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Happy International Day of Sign Languages!

At The IMAGE Center, we believe in the power of communication and inclusion. Today, we are excited to share a special message from Usherla DeBerry, Director of the Maryland Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

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Resources for Homeschooled Braille Learners

Updated as of September 20, 2024. Scenario: Students who need braille instruction are homeschooled. What supports/resources are available? Strategy: Public school instruction Responsibilities of the Home Public School (LEA – Local Education Agency) The responsibilities of a homeschooled student’s local public school (LEA) in Maryland (and most states) are limited. A few states provide additional […]