AccessAbility Officer

02/27/2026

Screen readers are brutally honest.
They expose every missing label, broken heading, inaccessible form, and chaotic PDF.

More than 3 million Americans are blind or have significant vision loss.
Many rely on screen readers every day to access government services, benefits, education, and employment resources.

If those systems are inaccessible, services are not truly inclusive.

That's why Colorado agencies are preparing now.

And with the expert help of AccessAbility Officer, they ensure accessibility is embedded into websites, PDFs, and all digital assets through disciplined, structured Accessibility Management.

Learn how to be screen reader friendly here:
https://accessabilityofficer.com/accessibility-management

02/27/2026

Did you know that SourceAmerica has its very own Job Board, specifically created for people with disabilities? Access a job searching tool, resume builder, career matching, training resources, mentorship opportunities and more at: https://bit.ly/40XC71v

02/26/2026

Happening tomorrow, Friday, 1 PM Pacific!

Learn more about the free government program called Vocational Rehabilitation and how you can be eligible for it.

Ask your personal questions and join the value packed discussion.

The recording will not be posted, so register here before spots run out.

Join here: https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

Did you miss the live webinar where Tanner opened his vocational rehabilitation case online?

It took less than 20 minutes. And then everyone started asking questions and sharing their vocational rehabilitation journey.

Big Shout Out to Joe Roan for sharing about the VIP Online Toastmasters and how it helped him develop his soft skills.
https://www.viponlinetoastmasters.org/

Based on the number of requests after the live AMA, we will run another live session on how to open your vocational rehabilitation case online in under 20 minutes!

Happening next Friday, February 27, 1 PM Pacific, 4 PM Eastern.

The recording will not be posted, so register here before spots run out.

https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

02/26/2026

Cities across Arizona are overwhelmed right now.

Every public-facing document, PDF, and digital updates must meet accessibility requirements under the new ADA Title II rules.

Complex tables are where most teams get stuck.

AccessAbility Officer helps public entities replace last-minute scrambling with structured accessibility management and technical training that actually scales.

Don't let complex tables slow your team down.

Our step by step guide is here for free: https://accessabilityofficer.com/blog/2026-pdf-accessibility-simplified-phase-2-complex-tables-and-forms -2-complex-pdf-accessibility

02/25/2026

Can’t find your state’s VR application?
It may be listed under a different name.

If you’re in one of our authorized states, your VR agency may be called:

DVR: Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Alabama
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Hawaii
Kentucky
New Mexico
Vermont
Washington

DRS: Department / Division of Rehabilitation Services
Arkansas
Louisiana
Maryland
Oklahoma
Utah

RSA: Rehabilitation Services Administration
Arizona

OVR: Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Pennsylvania
OOD: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Ohio
DARS: Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
Virginia

VRS: Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Indiana
Minnesota
Oregon
Tennessee

DOR: Department of Rehabilitation
California Department of Rehabilitation
Massachusetts

BVR: Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
New Hampshire

BRS: Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
Michigan

You can also go directly to the official federal directory:
https://rsa.ed.gov/about/states

On Friday, 1PM Pacific, we’ll walk through how to locate your agency and open your case, the quickest way.

Register for our Live AMA here: https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

02/24/2026

One in four people in your community lives with a disability.

That’s not a small number.

It means someone trying to pay a utility bill, apply for a permit, download a public form, or apply for a job might hit a wall on your website.

Digital accessibility, done right, removes those barriers.

AccessAbility Officer provides Accessibility Management to municipalities and government agencies across the United States, ensuring digital accessibility and Title II compliance for websites, mobile apps, and PDFs used by over 35 million residents from New York to California.

Learn how your agency can get ahead here: https://accessabilityofficer.com/accessibility-management

02/23/2026

What is Vocational Rehabilitation, and who is eligible?

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal state program that helps people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain competitive employment.

If you are blind or have low vision, VR can support:

Assistive technology
Skills training or certification programs
College or vocational education
Job placement support

You may be eligible if:
You have documented vision loss
Your vision creates a barrier to employment
You need services to get or keep a job

Did you know that you can open a VR case in less than 20 minutes?

We did that last AMA, and we're hosting another session next week, Friday, 1 PM Arizona, 4 PM Eastern.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

02/20/2026

02/20/2026

Myth: People with disabilities don’t work or contribute meaningfully in the workplace.

Meanwhile…

Disabled professionals are building software, teaching in classrooms, analyzing data, practicing law, managing teams, conducting research, and leading across science, finance, education, healthcare, technology, and government.

We know the struggle though. It’s why we help hard working people with disabilities upskill, earn certifications, and get their first, or next, job offer.

Know someone with a disability? Share this!

Learn more how we help people with disabilities enter the workforce at:

https://accessabilityofficer.com/vocational-rehabilitation

02/18/2026

Did you miss the live webinar where Tanner opened his vocational rehabilitation case online?

It took less than 20 minutes. And then everyone started asking questions and sharing their vocational rehabilitation journey.

Big Shout Out to Joe Roan for sharing about the VIP Online Toastmasters and how it helped him develop his soft skills.
https://www.viponlinetoastmasters.org/

Based on the number of requests after the live AMA, we will run another live session on how to open your vocational rehabilitation case online in under 20 minutes!

Happening next Friday, February 27, 1 PM Pacific, 4 PM Eastern.

The recording will not be posted, so register here before spots run out.

https://tinyurl.com/539xubnf

02/18/2026

Happy Birthday to our beloved CEO and Founder, Tanner Gers!

Our company’s Enabler.
The first name behind our middle name: Ability.

We love you and thank you for everything you do for this team...
for the sleepless nights, the long travels, the difficult conversations,
and for carrying the weight of not only disability barriers,
but the vision you live every single day:

The US disabled unemployment rate should be the same as the US unemployment rate.

Thank you for leading with courage.
Thank you for leading by example.

We’re praying for continued strength, impact, and the very best health in the year ahead.

Happy Birthday, Tanner. 💚

02/18/2026

Automated tools catch only 20–30% of WCAG issues.

Compliance cannot rely on automation alone.

Real accessibility requires manual validation... keyboard navigation, screen reader testing, logical focus review.

At AccessAbility Officer, we do both. We combine automated scanning with certified accessibility experts to deliver structured Accessibility Management.

We partner with municipalities across the United States, from New York to California, supporting websites, mobile apps, and PDFs serving over 35 million residents.

Learn how agencies are operationalizing compliance:
https://accessabilityofficer.com/accessibility-management