Access to accessible and assistive technology in the workplace can be considered a reasonable accommodation. Find out how to identify and request your technology needs with guidance from the Partnership on Employment and Accessible Technology (PEAT) in this blog post.
By Josh Christianson
February is Low Vision Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness about vision rehabilitation services among people with low vision. It's also a good time to consider the technology needs of employees and job seekers with visual impairments. After all, technology is essential to applying for and doing many jobs. And, as long as the technology is accessible, it can help you succeed in employment long-term.
Individuals with disabilities — including those with low vision — who understand how accessible and assistive technology (AT) can help them in their career choices are most likely to be successful. Being proactive is the key. Here are 7 steps you can take:
Josh Christianson is the project director of the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT). Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy, PEAT is a multi-faceted initiative that fosters collaboration and action around accessible technology in the workplace. To learn more visit www.PEATworks.org.
Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSI or SSDI) and want to work. The Ticket program is free and voluntary. It helps people with disabilities move toward financial independence and connects them with the services and support they need to succeed in the workforce.
You can call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 866-968-7842 or 866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket program Find Help tool.
Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line
Call 1-866-968-7842
1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET
Contact the Ticket to Work Help Line
Call 1-866-968-7842
1-866-833-2967 (TTY)
M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET
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