Home

View Search Results

1-4 of 4

National Federation of the Blind, Headquarters, Information and Referral | National Federation of the Blind

Offers information, assistance, and referrals to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

Information and Referral

More information:
  • Refers to programs for job training, rehabilitation, education, and financial assistance 
  • Helps with issues related to discrimination, the Division of Rehabilitation Services, and benefits 
  • Provides assistance in obtaining Braille resources 
  • Operates a phone-based newspaper reading service

What's Here

Radio Reading Network of Maryland, Assistive Technology | Radio Reading Network of Maryland

Loans radios specially tuned to a 24-hour broadcast of current books, newspapers, and magazines.

Assistive Technology

More information:
  • Radios may be mailed or picked up in-person 
  • Maintains a website for users to listen to the broadcast online

What's Here

Metropolitan Washington Ear, Disability Services | Metropolitan Washington Ear

Offers reading and information services for individuals who are unable to read print.

Disability Services

More information:
  • Distributes closed circuit radios to subscribers so they may access the service 
  • Offers a dial-in service that allows callers to hear volunteers read from newspapers and magazines

What's Here

Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Maryland State Department Of Education | Maryland State Department Of Education

Provides accessible reading materials.

Library Services 

More information:
- Includes unabridged recorded books and magazines, large print, braille, and descriptive video
- Offers direct download through the BARD mobile app and US Mail delivery

What's Here