Kelley Vision and Technology Services

05/05/2026

As spring activities pick up, we’re grateful for organizations like Envision Blind Sports that help make recreation, movement, and community more inclusive.

Their mission is simple and powerful: to provide sports and physical activity opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired while promoting lifelong wellness.

Access to recreation matters as well as being held to high expectations. It builds confidence, connection, and independence, and it reminds all of us that inclusion should extend into every part of community life.

If you’d like to learn more or support their work, visit https://www.envisionblindsports.org/ or donate here: https://www.envisionblindsports.org/donate .

Kelley Vision and Technology Services receives no compensation for sharing this organization. We are sharing it for awareness purposes only.

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05/01/2026

This May, we honor and raise awareness for several disability, mental health, and veteran-focused observances that remind us how important accessibility, support, and service are in every community.

Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to reduce stigma, encourage connection, and make mental health support easier to access.

National Military Appreciation Month — a month to recognize service members, veterans, and military families.

National Speech-Language-Hearing Month — highlights communication access and the work that supports people with speech, language, and hearing differences.

National Barrier Awareness Day (May 7) — calls attention to removing physical, social, and systemic barriers for people with disabilities.

Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 8) — recognizes the strength and support military spouses provide.

Armed Forces Day (May 16) — honors those currently serving.

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (May 21) — encourages better digital access and inclusive technology for everyone.

Memorial Day (May 25) — remembers those who died in military service.

World MS Day (May 30) — raises awareness and support for people living with multiple sclerosis.

Every one of these observances is a reminder that inclusion takes attention, action, and community. You can find official awareness resources and links in the first comment for anyone who wants to learn more.

04/29/2026

Dan and I are incredibly pleased and excited to welcome Justin to KVTS. Justin brings his own unique perspective of lived experience with disability. You can read more about him at our website.

Born with a passion for advocacy and inclusion, Justin brings both professional expertise and lived experience to his role as an Executive Assistant. From 2014 to 2024, he served in a variety of leadership roles with the National Federation of the Blind, where he developed a strong foundation in

04/28/2026

The University's Accessibility Resource Center helped blind student Joy Orlando "see" required course materials.

04/25/2026

Picked up a couple things from Micro Center today 😳

This is the equivalent of 4 client orders.

Also, in case you ever wondered, a computer desk and 3 chairs can fit into the back of an Escalade.

04/12/2026

📅 **April Awareness: Disability & Veterans Observances**

This month, we’re highlighting organizations that are doing the critical work of advocating for individuals with disabilities and military-connected communities. From expanding access to challenging systemic barriers, these efforts move beyond awareness into action. We encourage you to explore these resources, amplify their work, and be part of building more inclusive communities.

🗓️ **Month-Long Observances**
• Autism Acceptance Month
• Occupational Therapy Month
• Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
• Counseling Awareness Month
• Month of the Military Child
• Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month (SAAPM)
• National Deaf History Month (March 13 – April 15)

📆 **Week-Long Observances**
• World Autism Awareness Week (typically first full week of April)
• Week of the Young Child

📍 **Key Days**
• April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day
• April 5 – Gold Star Spouses Day
• April 7 – World Health Day
• April 9 – Former POW Recognition Day
• April 16 – National Healthcare Decisions Day
• April 30 – National Military Brats Day

🔗 Links to resources and toolkits are included in the comments below.

04/06/2026

This month, we’re highlighting the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a nonprofit run by and for autistic people.

ASAN works to advance disability rights, strengthen self-advocacy, and help build a world where autistic people have equal access, rights, and opportunities. Organizations like this matter because real inclusion starts when disabled people are heard, respected, and centered in the conversations that affect their lives.

If you’d like to learn more or support their work, you can visit ASAN here: https://autisticadvocacy.org/ and support them here: https://autisticadvocacy.org/get-involved/

Kelley Vision and Technology Services receives no compensation for sharing this organization. We’re sharing it simply to raise awareness and encourage community support for work that helps move accessibility and inclusion forward.

Nothing About Us Without Us

03/11/2026

We are very sorry.

It has come to our attention that there are around a thousand job openings right now in digital accessibility.

And many blind professionals becoming eligible for these roles are graduating from the CAT and WRAP VR job training programs at AccessAbility Officer.

And honestly…

If you’re still wondering whether this career is for you, we’re starting to get worried.

Not because you can’t get into this field…
but because you might be overlooking a career path that is growing quickly.

Every day you delay joining digital accessibility training…

Another beginner starts earning $25 per hour, works remotely, and builds a career that supports them and their families.

If you're reading this, there's still time.

And if you're still unsure whether digital accessibility is the right path for you…

Join our Live Ask Me Anything session next Tuesday on Career Exploration.
March 17, 2026
2 PM Pacific

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

03/11/2026

Hey! We're looking for help!

Join Our Mission

We’re seeking an Advocacy Partner & Executive Assistant with decent computer skills to help support individuals with disabilities in living productive, independent lives.

If you enjoy:
✔ Organizing systems and spreadsheets
✔ Managing communications and digital workflows
✔ Using AI to streamline work
✔ Supporting disability advocacy and community initiatives

…we’d love to hear from you.

Preference for candidates with lived disability experience.

Please see link for specific details and a sample schedule.

Seeking an Advocacy Partner & Executive Assistant The "Why": We are founders with disabilities serving individuals with disabilities to live productive, independent lives. We don't just provide a service; we live the mission. We’re looking for a Personal Assistant who wants their work to matter a....

02/13/2026

02/01/2026

This February, we honor and raise awareness for the many communities working toward inclusion, mental health, and support for our veterans. Each of these observances plays a vital role in creating a more accessible and compassionate world. 💙

Low Vision Awareness Month
American Heart Month
Black History Month (highlighting health equity and disability inclusion)
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
National Cancer Prevention Month
National Senior Independence Month
International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11)
Random Acts of Kindness Week (February 11–17)
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (February 23–March 1)

You can find official awareness resources and links in the first comment for anyone who wants to learn more.

01/08/2026

We’re excited to share that we’re building a new partnership with a university in Ohio to expand access and inclusion for faculty and staff with disabilities.

We’re especially encouraged by the university’s proactive approach to supporting disabled faculty and staff. Through this collaboration,
we are continuing to advance empowerment and independence as well as the representation of these individuals on campus. This, in turn, helps to shift perspectives about what's possible when people with disabilities have the access they need.