At the the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD), October is recognized as Print Disabilities Month, an opportunity to learn about the various ways people experience print disabilities and to highlight the importance of accessible reading. Print disabilities can affect individuals who are blind, have low vision, have dyslexia, have reading difficulties acquired as a result of a stroke, have physical disabilities, and also those with other conditions which make it difficult to read standard print.
For the entire month the LBPD will be offering a series of free online events which look at braille literacy, Individualized Education Programs for students with a print disability, the neuroscience of reading with dyslexia, and stroke-acquired dyslexia. The events are intended to welcome educators, families, disability organizations, library professionals, and members of the public who would like to gain a better understanding of print disabilities and the resources available to help with accessible reading.
Print disabilities cover a wide range and impact a greater number of people than is generally realized. The Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD) gives eligible residents of Maryland free access to books and magazines in audio, braille, and other accessible formats. Every state has a library like LBPD. If you're outside the state of Maryland, you can find your by visiting the
National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled's website.
Take a look at the programs listed below, take part in the discussion, and help increase awareness of the various ways people read.
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