Blindness Links
Able Data
www.abledata.com
ABLEDATA is a federally funded project whose primary mission is to provide information on assistive technology and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources to consumers, organizations, professionals, and caregivers within the United States. The ABLEDATA database contains information on more than 30,000 assistive technology products (over 20,000 of which are currently available); detailed descriptions of each product including price and company information; and information on non-commercial prototypes, customized and one-of-a-kind products, and do-it-yourself designs. Note: ABLEDATA does not produce, distribute or sell any of the products listed on the database, but they will provide you with information on how to contact manufacturers or distributors of these products. They also do not produce any type of catalog.
Advance Corporation Braille-Tac Division
http://www.advancecorp.com/brailletac
Manufactures architecturally designed interior/exterior way-finding sign systems and standard & custom ADA compliant signs.
AgingEye Times
http://www.agingeye.net/
An online aging eye journal that provides free access to current medical information and future research and development on diseases that may cause low vision and blindness in the elderly. Current information on potentially blinding diseases like cataract, glaucoma, dry eyes and macular degeneration.
All About Vision - Low Vision Information
http://www.allaboutvision.com/lowvision
Guide to vision correction explores contact lenses, eyeglasses and laser surgery. Locate doctors and learn about eye diseases and conditions.
American Academy of Ophthalmology
www.aao.org
Read about this professional associations of ophthalmologists, find a doctor, and learn about eye problems.
American Council of the Blind
www.acb.org/
Serving as a representative national organization of blind people, offers resources on emergency evacuation and disaster preparedness. Also includes ACB radio station, job bank, braille forum and announcements from Washington.
American Foundation for the Blind
www.afb.org/
Includes abstracts from their monthly journal and well as links to newsletters, press releases, and FAQs on blindness and on the Foundation.
American Optometric Association
http://www.aoa.org/eweb/startpage.aspx?site=aoastage
Find tips on how to keep healthy eyes healthy. Includes its newsletter, membership information, educational resources, and links.
American Physical Therapy Association
www.apta.org
Offers list of publications of interest to parents and educators of handicapped children
Blind Golf
www.blindgolf.com/
Resource that provides links to blind golf associations in Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia. Includes the Midnight Golfer newsletter.
A Blind Net
www.blind.net/
Disability resource offers lists of support organizations and an index of companies offering products and services for the blind.
Blindness Related Resources
www.hicom.net/~oedipus /blind.html
Connects to an extensive list of sites for the blind and deaf, blindness related organizations, assistive technology resources, legal resources, product services and much more.
Blindness Resource Center
www.nyise.org/blind.htm
Resources on blindness including history of braille, university programs, vendors. Covers eye diseases and details the latest research.
Disability Resources Monthly
www.disabilityresources.org
Web resource focused on disability issues. Includes publications, software, videos and databases.
Duxbury Systems - Worldwide Braille Translation Leader
www.duxburysystems.com/
Offers products, support techs, discussion groups, resources on braille and blindness, web sites, vendors and more.
Erickson Labs Northwest
http://www.ericksonlabs.com/
Scleral Cover Shells, Artificial Eyes and Custom Ocular Prosthetics
In addition to providing Custom Ocular Prosthetics, the site also describes their prosthetics and how they are made, directions for their use, and lists products available for artificial eyes.
Eye Care Source
http://www.eyecaresource.com
Eye Care Source provides resources and information about Vision, Eye Care, Contacts, Eyeglasses, and much more for eye care professionals, visitors, or anyone to research through and find information easily.
Family Village - Blindness and Visual Impairments
www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_blnd.htm
Offers contact details for support services, a collection of chat rooms and mailing lists, and links to medical sources.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
www.guidedogs.com/
Non-profit organization that provides guide dogs and training in their use to visually impaired people. Includes breeding, kennel and veterinary care, locations, events etc.
Gulden Ophthalmics
http://www.guldenindustries.com/index.html
Manufacturers, markets and services ophthalmic medical products.
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
http://www.tirr.org/
Rehabilitation services for catastrophically impaired individuals, find out about their care and services.
Judo for Blind Athletes
www.judoinfo.com/
A listing of Judo resources for the blind, including coaching tips, rules, and links.
Kolberg Ocular Prosthetics
http://www.artificialeye.com
Website portal to Sankey International and the Northwest Institute of Ocularistry, containing the latest and most in-depth information about the fitting and care of custom made ocular prostheses (artificial eyes).
LASIK FYI
http://www.lasikfyi.com
Offers information on laser vision correction and a directory of nationally recognized LASIK surgeons.
Lighthouse International
http://www.lighthouse.org
Resource on education and research about low vision. Find links to the Lighthouse Education Center and the Lighthouse Rehabilitation Center.
Low Vision Research Group Network
http://www.varrd.emory.edu/LVRGNET
Research group presents recent and ongoing research on low vision, as well as discussion groups, answers to FAQs, and resourceful sites.
Ron Marriages Page - Blind Links
www.seidata.com/~marriage/rblind.html
Access links to topics such as adaptive technology ,advocacy and training, medical information, mobility, braille services and employment opportunities for the blind.
The Mayo Clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.com
Provides "Reliable Information for a Healthier Life" including large sections on nutrition, weight loss programs and advice, and fitness.
MaxiAids
http://www.maxiaids.com/
This site offers products for independent living. View products and ordering information.
Medem - Healthcare Network, Medical Resource
http://www.medem.com
Medem is the premier physician practice communications network, focusing on secure, HIPAA-compliant physician-patient communication patient care & communication. Browse through an extensive medical library of patient education information, provided by medical societies and other reliable sources.
Microphthalmia and Anophthalmia in Children Society
http://www.macs.org.uk/
Discovering your child is born with Anophthalmia, Microphthalmia or Coloboma can be a devastating experience. The group aims to offer emotional and practical support from parents who have been through similar experiences.
Mississippi State University Rehabilitation and Research Training Center on Blindness and Low Vision
http://www.blind.msstate.edu/
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NABA
http://www.naba-vision.org/
This sites contains a helpful list of agencies serving the blind in New York State.
The National Eye Institute (part of National Institute for Health)
http://www.nei.nih.gov
Organization supporting over 80% of eye research in the US. Find details about current research, publications, grant info, plus keyword search.
National Industries for the Blind
www.nib.org/
Nonprofit organization provides vocational training and employment to the visually impaired. Find programs and contact details.
National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH)
http://www.albinism.org
National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation provides forum for questions and answers, event schedules. Lists topical publications.
National Organization for Rare Disorders
http://www.rarediseases.org
NORD offers this clearinghouse of info on rare diseases, including genetic metabolic disorders and birth defects.
Online Center for Biotechnology Information, Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man search site
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/Omim/searchomim.html
Based at John Hopkins University, this database catalogs human genes and genetic disorders. Search the map and learn the numbering system.
Pacer
www.pacer.org
Provides assistance to individuals and families. Includes workshops and materials for parents, professionals and leadership in securing free and appropriate education for all children.
The Puppy Place
www.thepuppyplace.org/
Resource on seeing-eye dogs, guide dogs and puppy raising. Includes training tips and FAQ.
Surgical Eye Expeditions
http://www.seeintl.org/
A non-profit humanitarian organization that provides medical, surgical and educational services by volunteer ophthalmic surgeons with the primary objective of restoring sight to disadvantaged blind individuals worldwide.
Texas Commission for the Blind
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/dbs/index.shtml
State agency aids the blind and visually impaired to obtain quality jobs and live independently. Includes programs, policies, laws, reports, news, links and more.
Texas Optometric Association
http://www.texasoptometricassoc.org/
Find out about its membership, includes eye care news, career information and Q&A's
University of Houston College of Optometry
http://www.opt.uh.edu/
Information For: Prospective Students Current Students Alumni Visitors Quick Links: University Eye Institute Continuing Education Admissions Academic Programs Faculty and Research Research Centers Library Publications Departments People Directory
Wilmer Eye Institute's Information Source at Johns Hopkins
http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer/
An exhaustive resource of information regarding the care and prevention of eye ailments. Includes information on clinical services, education, and research.
