To better serve the Hispanic community and Spanish-speaking individuals who are blind or have low vision (B/LV), we are proud to announce the availability of key resources translated into Spanish. These materials aim to provide critical information on employment, transportation, and transitioning into the workforce, making these essential topics available for a wider audience.
Whether you’re navigating your neighborhood, searching for a job, or learning how to work while receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), these resources are here to guide you. They’re also valuable for friends and family members supporting Spanish-speaking individuals who are B/LV.
The following resources have been translated into Spanish:
Employment Resources
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Resource Sheet for Job Seekers: Provides practical tips and tools to help people with B/LV find meaningful employment.
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Who Needs to Know?: When and How to Disclose Vision Impairment: Offers guidance on disclosing vision impairments to employers while maintaining confidence and professionalism.
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YES, You Can Work and Still Receive SSI!: Explains how individuals with B/LV can earn income while continuing to receive SSI benefits.
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YES, Your Child Can Work and Still Receive SSI!: Designed for parents, this resource outlines how youth with disabilities can work while retaining SSI benefits.
Transportation Resources
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A Transportation Guide for Persons Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision: Covers essential information about using transportation services effectively.
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When Might They Be Breaking the Law? Potential ADA Violations vs. a Bad Day on Transit: Educates users on their rights under the ADA regarding transportation services.
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Thinking About Public Transportation?: A helpful introduction to navigating public transit options.
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Navigating Your Neighborhood: Offers strategies to explore local areas independently.
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Comparison of Public Transit Modes: Highlights the pros and cons of different transit options for informed decision-making.
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ADA Requirements for Fixed-Route Transit and Paratransit Services: Explains key ADA regulations to empower individuals to advocate for accessible transit.
Additional Resources
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Tips for Accessing QR Codes with VoiceOver or TalkBack: Provides step-by-step guidance for using assistive technology to scan QR codes.
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List of Resources for Finding Services: The resources in this list are provided in the same order mentioned in the video Finding Services: A Beginner’s Guide to Visual Impairment.
These Spanish-language resources represent our commitment to providing tools to help everyone live independently, succeed professionally, and stay connected with their community. Access these guides through our Spanish resources page.
The NRTC focuses on employment outcomes of people with blindness or low vision (B/LV), providing training, technical assistance, and resources for professionals and people with B/LV interested in employment through funding from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research grant #90RTEM0007. To learn more, visit our About page and the NTAC-BLV website.