www.rfbdtexas.org http://www.rfbdtexas.org Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Blind And Dyslexic Support In The East Coast http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/13/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-east-coast/ http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/13/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-east-coast/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.rfbdtexas.org/&p=10 Blindness and dyslexia are very debilitating conditions. They hinder a person’s quality of life by limiting access to resources and opportunities that the normally sighted may take for granted. Fortunately there are many different organization that help to improve the quality of life for those with vision issues. These various organization do our entire society a great service by helping the disabled improve their quality of life via various services and the use of adaptive technologies. One such group, Learning Ally, formally called Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic, provides an awesome service. Their stated goal is to make reading accessible to all. A very noble goal the group uses assistive technologies and a vast library of thousands of audio books to make information available to those who cannot read normal print. They service a wide range of clientele from school age children to our honorable American military veterans. Another awesome feature of their program is participation in several assistive technology lending libraries. These libraries provide audiobooks and specialized book readers that allow those with sight issues to have access to a world of information. Learning Ally is just one of the many positive groups that seek to support the vision impaired and provide access to the world of knowledge contained in books.

]]> http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/13/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-east-coast/feed/ 0 Blind And Dyslexic Support In The South http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/09/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-south/ http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/09/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-south/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.rfbdtexas.org/&p=9 Having a relative or even a child that is blind or dyslexic is one of the most difficult things that anyone can imagine. There is so much extra worry about the type of treatment they will need, the type of schools, benefits and medications that they have to take. Most people are not even aware that there are certain places that are specifically made for just that type of person that will teach them how to be independent and give them the care that the need. A search can easily be done to find the best blind and dyslexic support in the South and you will find all the best information you could need. You will see all the latest news and events as well as all the best schools, therapies, and even the latest technology to help them. All of this could be vital to anyone who has a relative with either type of special needs and what a better way to find them than online and in the convenience of your own home. You will even be able to see all the great organizations that are there not just for your relative but also for you as well.Can-t get enough? There-s more: The Dyslexic Advantage is Out! – Dyslexic Inventor James Russell

]]> http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/09/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-south/feed/ 0 Blind And Dyslexic Support In The West Coast http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/06/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-west-coast/ http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/06/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-west-coast/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.rfbdtexas.org/&p=8 For anyone who is Dyslexic or blind there is support available in the local area. These conditions can be challenging but there are organizations that provde support and options to assist with everyday tasks. If you are dyslexic, reading numbers or letters can be frustrating at times. But with the support you can stay focus and on track. Being blind doesn’t have to mean you cannot still do many things in your life. You can learn to read books written in braille by instructors who are patient and understanding. With the new technologies and a therapeutic
approach, instructors will assist you every step of the way. From state to national support groups there are many
options available no matter what area you reside in. Every age is welcomes, from children to adults. The support you receive will be hands on, personable and understanding. Patience is the key when working with anyone who needs assistance. Instructors may even be able to set up a home visit if you cannot get to a facility on your own. With all the options that are available to you, take advantage of what you can learn from the instructors for a more productive, happy life.

]]> http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/06/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-the-west-coast/feed/ 0 Blind And Dyslexic Support In California http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/04/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-california/ http://www.rfbdtexas.org/2011/09/04/blind-and-dyslexic-support-in-california/#comments Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.rfbdtexas.org/&p=7 3.4 million Americans are legally blind while another 15 of the population has been diagnosed with dyslexia. That means one in every 7 Americans. With statistics like that chances are you or someone you know is dealing with one of these issues and that means you know how important it is to have the support you need.

There are a vast number of resources available throughout California. Support, assistance and tools come in all shapes and sizes. From finding just the right book to educate you on the subject to finding the right person to assist, learning centers both large and small to full on private academies.

If you are looking for help for yourself or a loved one or just want to learn more you might want to check out Learning Ally/Recording for the Blind. This non profit organization has been around since 1948 and offer more recorded textbook and literature titles than you will find anywhere else. The International Dyslexia Association offers a wealth of information, or check out Davis Dyslexia Association International, dedicated to training and learning.

With the right tools and the proper support those with learning disabilities and the visually impaired can overcome their problems.

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