VIDBE-Q Volume 66 Issue 1
leadership, and timely access to information for people who are blind or visually
impaired.
Have you heard about the APH ConnectCenter? This online resource includes
FamilyConnect, CareerConnect, VisionAware, ConnectCalendar, and the APH
ConnectCenter Information and Referral Line (an 800 number that connects people
across the U.S. and Canada with resources in their area). The APH ConnectCenter
offers curated advice and resources to assist children, parents, adults, and job
seekers who are blind or visually impaired, and their associated professionals,
leading to greater independence and success in their lives.
Why the relationship between APH and CEC Division of Visual Impairment
and Deafblindness (DVIDB)? Well, besides the fact that CEC is one of the largest
special education conventions in the nation, we are also united in our commitment
to the field of blindness. Both our missions—to provide products and services that
both enhance and advance the education and lifelong success of individuals who
are blind or visually impaired—directly align. "In our field, we are always thinking
of better ways to serve our students and clients. Each person we serve has their
own unique needs, and our job, as their advocate in education, is to find solutions
to help meet those challenges," said APH President, Dr. Craig Meador. "While
COVID-19 may represent one of the larger challenges that has been thrown our
way, this field responded in the only way we know—by partnering and working
