First Aid for the Blind

06/03/2026

We keep ourselves updated on assistive technology so that we can provide the best recommendations to our clients and community. We recently learned about news regarding Aira, Oorion, CurbToCar, and coding projects from FAFTB's trainer, Brian! It's all here at https://www.faftb.com/post/assistive-technology-roundup-may-2026-update.

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06/03/2026

We keep ourselves updated on assistive technology so that we can provide the best recommendations to our clients and community. We recently learned about news regarding Aira, Oorion, CurbToCar, and coding projects from FAFTB's trainer, Brian! It's all here at https://www.faftb.com/post/assistive-technology-roundup-may-2026-update.

Image Description: A young man wearing Ray-Ban Meta glasses is on a busy city street and looks directly at the viewer. A green box reads, "Assistive Technology Roundup: May 2026 Update."

There has been quite a bustle of activity over the last two months regarding new and exciting features for low- and no-vision users. AI is proving helpful to the visually impaired in many ways - from acting as sighted assistance, to improved web navigation, to helping write code that addresses speci...

05/30/2026

Are you interested in learning more about screen reader software? We have a few suggestions on your Resources page: www.faftb.com/resources. And, we just launched a Screen Reader program!

Email us at [email protected] to learn more!

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05/26/2026

Our clients share the kindest words with us.

05/21/2026

Today is ! Accessibility makes the world better for everyone. Support measures that help others participate in the world more independently, and cheer on those who champion the accessibility message!

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05/18/2026

“A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” –Christopher Reeve

To our FAFTB supporters and clients, this is how we feel about you! Kudos for doing hard things, adapting along the way, and living life fully despite vision loss.

Visit www.faftb.com.

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05/15/2026

It's time for a community question. How do you feel about AI?

Many people are aware of the dangers and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, but from our perspective as blind individuals who rely on adaptive technology to live and work, we understand the benefits!

So what's your opinion? Comment below.

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05/12/2026

Travel season is here! While it may seem like a challenge for folks in the blind community, it's completely possible and equally amazing! We got the scoop on accessibility, inspiration, and even promotions in our latest blog post: https://www.faftb.com/post/don-t-live-in-a-world-of-isolation-travel-inspiration-from-accessibility-friendly-travel-agents.

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People like Julie Flaherty and Katie White, travel agents who specialize in accessible travel (especially for blind and low-vision folks) can help. | First Aid for the Blind

05/08/2026

The FAFTB helps blind folks like Linda, who needed to learn how to navigate the world around her without sight. “There was so much I didn't know was out there,” Linda said. “I had done searches on the internet. I had found apps to try, but they just weren't working out. [FAFTB] finally got me what I really need!”

Please consider a gift to our Foundation today so that others can find out what they need to thrive, regardless of vision loss. Visit www.faftbfoundation.org/donate.

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