Welcome to the CCB Happenings for May 20
Assistive Technology Fund
The Association of Blind Citizens operates the Assistive Technology Fund. The (ATF) will provide funds to cover 50% of the retail price of adaptive devices or software. The ABC board of directors believes that this program will allow blind and visually impaired individuals access to technology products that will have a significant impact on improving employment opportunities, increase the level of independence and enhance their overall quality of life.
The products covered by this program must retail for a minimum of $200 with a maximum retail price of $6,000. Persons eligible to apply for assistance must have a family income of less than $50,000 and cash assets of less than $20,000. If applicants are selected to receive a technology grant, they will be asked to provide proof of income, such as tax or bank records.
Applicants must be legally blind and a resident of the United States to qualify for this program. The deadline to submit an application for the current grant period is June 30.
All applications must be submitted by email. For more information, please visit http://www.blindcitizens.org
Interested in Participation in Research Studies?
Do you want to participate in research studies?
From time to time I receive notices of opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired to participate in research studies or surveys, some of which are paid. I am happy to share these announcements with interested individuals. If you would like me to notify you of future opportunities to participate in research studies [please write to me at Frank.A.Welte@gmail.com
California State Career Event May 18 & June 1
Join us for a two-part series to learn
more about job opportunities for people with disabilities.
May 18 Get an inside look at the state job application process, veterans' preference and the Limited
Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), which supports persons with disabilities to get
jobs in California state civil service. There will also be a session going over job interview
techniques persons with disabilities.
June 1 Wrap up the series with a State Virtual Career Fair! Departments from across the state will be
present and looking for applicants.
If you need accommodations please contact:
Scott Richmond: (916) 647-4271
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
ACB Convention Roommate Wanted
Hi, my name is Jordan Mirander, and I am seeking a couple of male roommates to room with me at the 2022 American Council of the Blind Convention in Omaha, Nebraska. I have a room reserved at the Hilton Omaha
with two queen beds. It does not matter to me if you have a guide dog.
Please call me at: 9514547586, or email: jordanmirander1@gmail.com
Thank you for reading.
