Whether you’re newly navigating vision loss or have been living with it for years, the right information can make all the difference. This page is your gateway to trusted articles, educational tools, and training opportunities that support independence, accessibility, and empowerment. Curated by organizations across Texas, these resources are designed to help individuals who are blind or visually impaired—and those who support them—stay informed, connected, and equipped to thrive!
National and Statewide Organizations
National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
Offers news, advocacy, scholarships, and a wealth of blind-led resources and support.
American Foundation for the Blind
Provides research, public policy updates, and resources for professionals and individuals.
TWS Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Offers job readiness training, career support, and rehabilitation services for Texans with disabilities.
Key Resources in Texas
Prevent Blindness Texas
Assistance in finding a vision screening, connecting to eye health services, or requesting a health fair presentation,
Children’s Vision Screenings: The Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Offers free workshops across the state to train individuals in providing evidence-based vision screenings for school-aged children.
Financial Assistance for Eye Treatment
For low-income, uninsured adult Texans (18 and older), the HHSC provides blindness prevention and financial help for eye treatment.
Support for Older Individuals
For Texans age 55 and older who are experiencing vision loss, the Texas Workforce Commission offers assistive technology and independent living skills training.
Assistive Technology
Hadley
Free online workshops and podcasts for learning technology, independent living skills, and more.
APH ConnectCenter
Offers tools for education, career exploration, and life skills, including the FamilyConnect resource for parents.
Freedom Scientific Training Center
Free tutorials and video guides on JAWS, ZoomText, and other assistive technologies.
Daily Living and Accessibility
VisionAware (part of APH)
Offers tips and resources on living independently with vision loss.
Learning Ally
Audiobook and educational support for students with reading disabilities or visual impairments.