2008 AER International Conference
Exhibitors
Logos indicate Conference Sponsors
ACVREP Booth No. C1
3333 N. Campbell Ave., Suite 11
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-887-6816, FAX 520-887-6826
gholm@acvrep.org, www.acvrep.org
ACVREP offers certification to professionals in vision rehabilitation. Its three certification programs, which have educational and practice requirements as well as passing a national examination, include Low Vision Therapy, Orientation & Mobility, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapy. All three programs have met the standards of the National Certification Commission.
AER Booth No. 22
1703 N. Beauregard St., Suite 440
Alexandria, VA 22311
703-671-4500, 877-492-2708, FAX 703-671-6391
aer@aerbvi.org, www.aerbvi.org
The Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER) is the only international membership organization dedicated to rendering all possible support and assistance to the professionals who work in all phases of education and rehabilitation of blind and visually impaired children and adults.
AER Silent Auction Booth No. 23, 24
1703 N. Beauregard St., Suite 440
Alexandria, VA 22311
703-671-4500, 877-492-2708, FAX 703-671-6391
aer@aerbvi.org, www.aerbvi.org
Do your shopping at the AER Silent Auction! Peruse an array of wonderful items and place your bids. Proceeds go to the AER Support Fund.
Ai Squared Booth No. 19
P.O. Box 669
Manchester Center, VT 05255-0669
802-362-3612, 800-859-0270, FAX 802-362-1670
info@aisquared.com, www.aisquared.com
Ai Squared is a worldwide leader in computer access software for the visually impaired. ZoomText, the industry standard for screen magnification and reading, allows low-vision users to see, hear and use their computer with greater success. See the newly expanded product family: 9.1 with Scripting, USB, Large-Print Keyboard, and ZoomWare!
AmbuTech, Inc. Booth No. 406
34 Debaets St.
Winnipeg, MB R2J 3S9
CANADA
204-663-3340, 800-561-3340, FAX 800-267-5059
orders@ambutech.com, www.ambutech.com
AmbuTech is a leading supplier of mobility pProducts for the blind and visually impaired.
American Foundation for the Blind Booth No. 307, 309, 311
11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300
New York, NY 10001
212-502-7669, 800-232-5463, FAX 212-502-7774
afbpress@afb.net, www.afb.org
The American Foundation for the Blind is a national nonprofit devoted to eliminating the inequities faced by Americans who are blind or visually impaired. AFB Press produces books, journals, videos, and electronic materials, for students, professionals, researchers, and blind and visually impaired people and their families.
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American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. Booth No. 405, 407, 504, 506
1839 Frankfort Ave.
Louisville, KY 40206
502-895-2405, 800-223-1839, FAX 502-899-2363
info@aph.org, www.aph.org
APH is the world’s largest company devoted solely to making products for people who are visually impaired and is the official supplier of educational materials for blind students in the U.S. Please see APH’s fully-accessible Web site at www.aph.org. Catalogs and brochures are available upon request at 800-223-1839.
American Thermoform Corporation Booth No. 26
1758 Bracket St.
La Verne, CA 91750-3452
909-593-6711, Ext. 12, 800-331-3676, FAX 909-593-8001
sales@americanthermoform.com, www.americanthermoform.com
American Thermoform Corporation is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Braille Embossers, Braille Paper, Thermoform Duplicators, Graphics Machines, Translation Software, in addition to many other products for the blind. Recently, American Thermoform Corporation formed ATC Low Vision, which provides the same level of commitment to the visually impaired.
At First Sight Booth No. 3
1918 Maid Marian Place
Denton, TX 76209
214-675-4061, 800-630-6650
atfirstsight@ligondesign.com, www.braillestone.com
At First Sight Braille jewelry owner, Leslie Ligon, combines the functionality of Braille and aesthetics of design in her line of fine and fashion jewelry in a wide array of styles and prices. As the mother of two boys, the older of whom is blind, Leslie hopes to propel Braille literacy awareness.
Aurora Ministries / AudioBiblesForTheBlind.org Booth No. 511
P.O. Box 621
Bradenton, FL 34206
948-748-3031, FAX 941-748-2625
bibles@auroraministries.org, www.auroraministries.org
FREE SERVICE: Providing a FREE Audio Bible at no cost to those individuals who are visually impaired or who are unable to use regular print because of physical limitation. Nearly 70 languages available.
Benetech/Bookshare.org Booth No. 510
480 S. California Ave., Suite 201
Palo Alto, CA 94306-1906
650-644-3400, FAX 650-475-1066
info@bookshare.org, www.bookshare.org
Bookshare.org offers an extensive online library of accessible books, newspapers, and periodicals. Bookshare.org is an invaluable source for people of all ages with print disabilities. Because of an award received from OSEP, the Office of Special Education Programs, services are now free to all qualifying U.S. students.
Blinded Veterans Association Booth No. 604
477 H St. N.W.
Washington, DC 20001
202-371-8880, FAX 202-371-8258
bva@bva.org, www.bva.org
Established in 1945 by combat-blinded veterans returning from World War II and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1958, the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) represents and promotes the welfare of America’s blinded veterans and their families. BVA locates blinded veterans who need assistance and guides them through the rehabilitation process.
Boyd's Braille Designs Booth No. 3
P.O. Box 344
Arvada, CO 80001-0344
303-487-8796
trinaboyd@comcast.net, www.brailledrawing.com
Books with drawings and directions to make the drawings. Braille ABC Drawing Book and Braille Holiday & Special Events Drawing Book. They are available in print and braille with directions and the drawings are available on a CD. The drawings can be created on the braille writer. The drawings have been eproduced within Duxbury Braille Program.
CARF International Booth No. 20
4891 E. Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85712
520-325-1044, Ext. 133, FAX 520-318-1129
rbibby@carf.org, www.carf.org
CARF is an independent, nonprofit organization that reviews and grants accreditation. The mission of CARF is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of the persons served.
Carroll Center for the Blind Booth No. 313
770 Centre St.
Newton, MA 02458
617-969-6200, ext. 244, 800-852-3131, FAX 617-969-6204
info@carroll.org, www.carroll.org
The Carroll Center is a private agency located on a five-acre campus west of Boston. This residential center provides training in independent living, computer applications, transition skills for youth, and recreation opportunities. Carrolltech offers distance learning computer courses to consumers, professionals or family members.
Council of Schools for the Blind Booth No. 12
500 Stanford Road
Grand Forks, ND 58203
701-795-2708, FAX 701-795-2727
csuminsk@nd.gov, www.cosb1.org
The Council of Schools for the Blind (COSB) is a membership organization of special schools for students who are blind or visually impaired, including those with multiple disabilities. The members work together as a professional learning community to improve services to students and to promote quality educational outcomes for all students who are blind or visually impaired regardless of where they attend school. In addition, COSB schools provide important leadership in continuous improvement of educational outcomes.
Department of Veterans Affairs (HRRO) Booth No. 606
1555 Poydras St., Suite 1971
New Orleans, LA 70112
504-565-4890, FAX 504-565-4909
susan.montelius@va.gov, www.vacareers.va.gov
The Department of Veterans Affairs focuses on recruiting healthcare professionals and students throughout the U.S. to provide the best care for our veterans. Promoting a diverse workforce and offering a wide array of employment benefits, scholarships and retention initiatives, the VA is a leader in our nation’s health care industry.
Duxbury Systems, Inc. Booth No. 409
270 Littleton Road, Suite 6
Westford, MA 01886-3523
978-692-3000, FAX 978-692-7912
info@duxsys.com, www.duxburysystems.com
Duxbury Systems leads the world in software for braille. DBT & MegaDots are used by virtually all of the world's leading braille publishers. DBT 10.7 NOW SHIPPING -- DBT is simple to use and made for those who are Braille experts and those who are not; supports virtually all Braille embossers. FREE QuickTac, even produces Braille graphics.
E.M. Vitu, Inc. Booth No. 35
299-B Peterson Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
888-367-4004, FAX 847-367-4003
evitu@flash.net,
Information access for persons with visual impairment: Stand alone print reading, scan and read software, screen readers with speech, Braille, enlarged image output, Braille displays, Braille embossers, accessible PDA’s, and GPS solutions.
Empco-Lite Booth No. 30
909 Grace St.
Elgin, IL 60120
847-931-2455, FAX 847-931-2454
sales@empco-lite.com, www.empco-lite.com
Empco-Lite is a manufacturer of portable safety, emergency, and construction warning lights. We produce ADA lights with an audible information device that is easy to program with your message. Records messages up to 20 seconds.
Enabling Technologies Booth No. 411
1601 N.E. Braille Place
Jensen Beach, FL 34957
772-225-3687, FAX 772-225-3299
info@brailler.com, www.brailler.com
Enabling Technologies is the world’s leading manufacturer of a complete line of Braille embossers. We are dedicated to the development, manufacture, service and marketing of a complete and versatile line of high quality Braille embossers, including the famous “Romeo” and “Juliet” models. Our line includes embossers for home, school, office and commercial use.
Enhanced Vision Booth No. 508
5882 Machine Drive
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714-374-1829, FAX 714-374-1821
envinfo@enhancedvision.com, www.enhancedvision.com
Enhanced Vision is the leading developer of innovative products designed specifically for people who have macular degeneration and other low vision conditions. We have helped thousands of visually impaired people regain their independence by providing the ability to read, write, watch TV, movies and live an active life again.
En-Vision America, Inc. Booth No. 25
1845 W. Hovey Ave.
Normal, IL 61761
309-452-3088, 800-890-1180, FAX 309-452-3643
envision@envisionamerica.com, www.envisionamerica.com
i.d. mate OMNI talking barcode scanner boasts 2 million-item database. Identify anything in your environment – home, work or play. Ask about new Inventory Mode - great for BEP and R-S vendors.
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Envision Rehabilitation Center Booth No. 612
2301 S. Water
Wichita, KS 67213
316-267-2244, FAX 316-267-4312
michael.epp@envisionus.com, www.envisionus.com
Envision hosts the annual low vision multi-disciplinary Envision Conference, www.envisionconference.org. Join us in San Antonio, TX, September 4-6, 2008, and receive ACVREP continuing education units. Sessions on pediatrics, geriatrics, neuro, adaptive aids, and current research. Visit our booth and register for a free conference registration and a free Flip Ultra digital camcorder.
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Eschenbach Optik of America Booth No. 507
904 Ethan Allen Highway
Ridgefield, CT 06877
203-438-7471, FAX 203-438-1670
dsommers@eschenbach.com, www.eschenbach.com
Eschenbach is a leading manufacturer and distributor of magnifiers (hand-held, stand, spectacle), telescopes, filters, and video magnifiers for the visually impaired. Our exclusive Portable Kit is ideal for rehab professionals and includes a diagnostic assortment of vision aids and in-service training by our sales professionals nationwide.
EVAS Booth No. 9, 10
P.O. Box 371
Westerly, RI 02891
401-596-3155, 800-872-3827, FAX 401-596-3979
contact@evas.com, www.evas.com
EVAS, teamed with Dell™, offers computer-based assistive technology solutions for people who are visually, physically, hearing or learning disabled. EVAS’ Plug & Play Systems run right out of the box, with application software, peripherals and assistive technology installed and configured. EVAS has proudly served the disabled community since 1979.
Exceptional Teaching Booth No. 509
5673 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 207
Pleasanton, CA 94588
800-549-6999, FAX 925-598-0086
info@exceptionalteaching.com, www.exceptionalteaching.com
Exceptional Teaching, Inc. offers educational products to individuals with special needs. The company provides quality products including the SAL2 System, an interactive braille learning station that runs the Mangold Courseware on the Talking Tactile Tablet (TTT). Please visit the booth to see the SAL2 System.
Freedom Scientific Booth No. 34
11800 31st Court N.
Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
727-803-8000, ext. 1064, 800-444-4443, FAX 727-803-8001
info@freedomscientific.com, www.freedomscientific.com
Freedom Scientific provides leading-edge software and hardware assistive-technology products to serve the needs of people who are blind, have low vision, or are learning disabled. Freedom Scientific’s low vision products include the ONYX™ multiple-view magnification camera, the TOPAZ™ desktop video magnifier, the OPAL™ ultra-portable video magnifier, the SARA™ scanning and reading appliance, and MAGic® screen magnification software. Blindness products include Braille displays, notetakers, and JAWS®, the world’s most popular screen reader.
Freedom Vision, Inc. Booth No. 28
615 Tami Way
Mountain View, CA 94041
800-961-1334, 800-961-1334, FAX 650-968-4740
freedomvision1@aol.com, www.freedomvision.net
Freedom Vision will display a variety of portable and desktop CCTV video magnifiers, including: Our new QuickLook Focus near distance viewer and the popular QuickLook Zoom recently upgraded with a 2 mega-pixel camera, the new Presto $2,195 value-priced 15" color LCD desktop video magnifier, the Fusion 7" and Liberty Solo 12" portable video magnifiers, and our OPTi Verso laptop and desktop compatible distance and near viewing camera.
Guerilla Technologies Booth No. C21
4203 S.W. High Meadows Ave.
Palm City, FL 34990
772-215-4957, FAX 772-287-0960
sales@guerillatechnologies.com, www.guerillatechnologies.com
Guerilla Technologies is a leading designer and manufacturer of reading machines for the print impaired community. We have researched the latest, leading edge technologies and have adapted them to our users specific needs. The result is the most reliable, top of the line reading system available today.
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind Booth No. 513
371 E. Jericho Turnpike
Smithtown, NY 11787
631-930-9000, FAX 631-930-9009
guidedog@guidedog.org, www.guidedog.org
The Guide Dog Foundation offers small classes with an excellent student/trainer ratio, personalized attention to specialized training needs, unique training techniques, and exceptional aftercare support, including assistance when issues of public access, employment, and veterinary care arise. We use Labrador and Golden Retrievers, and Standard Poodles for people with allergies.
Guide Dogs for the Blind Booth No. 18
350 Los Ranchitos Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
415-499-4000, FAX 415-499-4035
Information@guidedogs.com, www.guidedogs.com
Guide Dogs for the Blind provides enhanced mobility to qualified individuals through partnership with dogs whose unique skills are developed and nurtured by dedicated volunteers and a professional staff. Established in 1942, Guide Dogs for the Blind continues its dedication to quality student training services and extensive follow-up support for graduates. Our programs are made possible through the teamwork of staff, volunteers and generous donors. Services are provided to students from the United States and Canada at no cost to them.
Guide Dogs of The Desert, Inc. Booth No. 29
P.O. Box 1692
Palm Springs, CA 92263
760-329-6257, FAX 760-329-2866
info@gddca.org, www.guidedogsofthedesert.org
Guide Dogs of the Desert in located in Palm Springs, California. Our mission is to improve the lives of the blind by creating opportunities for life-changing independence, and by conducting community outreach and education programs. For over 35 years, GDD has offered safe mobility, loving companionship and the “miracle of independence” to the blind, through the use of a guide dog.
Guiding Eyes for the Blind Booth No. 36
611 Granite Springs Road
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
914-245-4024, FAX 914-962-1403
info@guidingeyes.org, www.guidingeyes.org
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is dedicated to enriching the lives of blind and visually impaired men and women by providing them with professionally trained guide dogs, assuring greater independence, mobility and new horizons of opportunity. Applicants must be legally blind, at least 16 years old, physically and psychologically able to handle a guide dog. Services are provided free of charge. Applications and literature available.
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GW Micro, Inc. Booth No. 608
725 Airport N. Office Park
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
260-489-3671, FAX 260-489-2608
sales@gwmicro.com, www.gwmicro.com
GW Micro provides products for people who are blind and visually impaired. Window-Eyes screen reader – Stability and Power. Braille-Sense Plus – first Braille notetaker offering notetaking and entertainment in one package. Voice Sense – pocket size notetaker. Portable SenseView and Portable SenseView Duo – one of the smallest portable CCTVs available.
Handy Tech North America Booth No. 8
1349 Pike Lake Drive
New Brighton, MN 55112
651-636-5184, FAX 866-347-8249
info@handytech.us, www.handytech.us
Best known for our high quality Braille devices, Handy Tech North America will demonstrate how our products are used for Braille instruction, professional applications and as organizational tools. Also receive a hands on demonstration of several blindness and low vision mobile solutions such as portable OCR devices, Mobile screen readers and GPS navigation systems.
Hall of Fame for Leaders and Legends of the Blindness Field Booth C8
c/o American Printing House for the Blind
1839 Frankfort Ave.
Louisville KY 40206
502-895-2405, 800-223-1839, FAX 502-899-2274
fame@aph.org, www.aph.org/hall_fame
The Hall of Fame for Leaders and Legends of the Blindness Field is dedicated to preserving, honoring, and promoting the tradition of excellence manifested by the specific individuals inducted into the Hall of Fame and through the history of outstanding services provided to people who are blind or visually impaired.
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HumanWare Booth No. 505
175 Mason Circle
Concord, CA 94520
800-722-3393, ext. 213, FAX 925-681-4630
us.info@humanware.com, www.humanware.com
HumanWare provides innovative solutions, empowering people who are blind, visually impaired or learning disabled. Products include the BrailleNote range of notetakers; video magnifiers; myReader, a low vision auto reader; digital talking books and music players; GPS, braille displays; accessible PDAs; ClassMate Reader, for learning disabled, and ViewPlus print, braille and graphic embossers.
Independent Living Aids, Inc. Booth No. 11
200 Robbins Lane
Jericho, NY 11753
516-937-1848, FAX 516-937-3906
can-do@independentliving.com, www.independentliving.com
Independent Living Aids has been in business for 31 years, making it the U.S.A.’s oldest privately owned national distributor or aids for those with vision impairments. ILA offers an extensive line of magnifiers, electronic vision systems, talking items of all types and daily living aids. Soundbytes, a division of ILA, provides products for those with hearing loss.
InTouch Graphics, Inc. Booth No. 410
P.O. Box 75762
Saint Paul, MN 55175
612-220-6657, FAX
joecioffi@intouchgraphics.com, www.intouchgraphics.com
InTouch Graphics has 2 products: One is a new software program for Vision Teachers that automates the preparation and delivery of large print documents for their low vision students, word-wrapping and preparing materials immediately in exactly the point size, font and style the individual student requires. We will also be demonstrating our custom-designed tactile maps. We design state-of-the-art tactile maps (in both installation and portable formats) for schools, agencies, mobility departments, libraries, etc.
Leader Dogs for the Blind Booth No. 39
1039 S. Rochester Road
Rochester, MI 48307-3115
248-650-7110, FAX 248-601-3230
tech@leaderdog.org, www.leaderdog.org
Leader Dogs for the Blind has been all about people and dogs for 70 years! Our modern facility now matches our contemporary program offerings for dog guide, O&M, GPS and computer technology instruction. Stop by our booth, www.leaderdog.org, or call 888-777-5332 for more information on how we can help you!
LevelStar Booth No. 2
1500 Cherry St., Suite D
Louisville, CO 80027
303-926-4334, Ext. 702, 800-315-2305, FAX 303-926-1787
info@levelstar.com, www.levelstar.com
The Icon plus Docking Station by LevelStar. The Icon is a revolutionary, all-in-one PDA with book player, web browser, email, music player, word processor and much more. With it’s 40GB hard drive you can store thousands of songs and digital books. Snap the Icon into the Docking Station and you have a notetaker.
LS&S, LLC Booth No. 41
P.O. Box 673
Northbrook, IL 60065
847-498-9777, FAX 847-498-1482
info@lssproducts.com, www.lssproducts.com
LS&S is a leading U.S. catalog company providing products for the visually impaired and hard of hearing. We have a wide range of talking and optical products, as well as a large selection of educational and daily living aids. Visit our Web site or call for your free catalog.
Magnisight, Inc. Booth No. 17
3631 N. Stone Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
719-578-8893, Ext. 101, 800-753-4767, FAX 719-578-9887
info@magnisight.com, www.magnisight.com
Magnisight in Colorado Springs, Colorado manufactures the ALL NEW innovative Journey one piece desktop closed circuit television magnification product for students or clients.
Maxi-Aids Booth No. 15
42 Executive Blvd.
Farmingdale, NY 11735
631-752-0521, FAX 631-752-0689
sales@maxiaids.com, www.maxiaids.com
Maxi-Aids carries the largest selection of products for the blind/visually impaired and deaf/hearing impaired. Our products range from low vision and talking watches to adaptive computer products, reading and writing aids, magnifiers and CCTVs. Featured products include the Tadi talking diary, the Voxcom, a voice labeling system, and the new atomic talking watches.
National Braille Press Inc. Booth No. 413
88 St. Stephen St.
Boston, MA 02115
617-266-6160, FAX 617-437-0456
mschoemann@nbp.org, www.braille.com
National Braille Press is a nonprofit braille printer and publisher offering braille books, magazines, textbooks, tests, and embossing services. Stop by our booth for educational books, teaching tools, print/braille picture books, recreational reading in braille - and find out how we're celebrating Louis Braille's Bicentennial!
National Eye Institute, NIH Booth No. 40
31 Center Drive, MSC 2510
Bethesda, MD 20892-2510
301-496-5248, FAX 301-402-1065
lmh@nei.nih.gov, www.nei.nih.gov
The National Eye Institute (NEI) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and is the Federal government's lead agency for vision research that leads to sight-saving treatments and plays a key role in reducing visual impairment and blindness. For more information, visit the NEI Website at www.nei.nih.gov.
National Library Service for the Blind & Physically Handicapped Booth No. 27
1291 Taylor St. N.W.
Washington, DC 20011
202-707-5100, FAX 202-707-0712
nls@loc.gov, www.loc.gov/nls
Provides free braille and recorded books and magazines for blind and physically handicapped people, talking-book players, catalogs and bibliographies, and music scores and music instructions materials.
Neuro Vision Technology Booth No. 512
P.O. Box 141
Torrensville 5031
AUSTRALIA
61-8-8341-5434, FAX 61-8-8341-5487
gayle.clarke@neurovisiontech.com.au, www.neurovisiontech.com.au
The NVT Neurological Vision Rehabilitation System specializes in assessment, training and management of people with Neurological Vision Deficits following Traumatic Brain Injury. NVT’s objective is to assess and train the patient in compensatory scanning techniques which transfer into all aspects of ADL: mobility, orientation, reading, personal safety, quality of life.
NFB-NEWSLINE® Booth No. 16
1800 Johnson St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
410-659-9314
swhite@nfb.org, www.nfbnewsline.org
NFB-NEWSLINE® is a FREE electronic service that gives blind and visually-impaired persons access to over 260 newspapers, magazines, and TV Listings using a touch-tone telephone or e-mail. A more human quality voice reading option will be available soon.
NoIR Medical Technologies Booth No. 4
6155 Pontiac Trail
South Lyon, MI 48178
734-769-5565, 800-521-9746, FAX 734-769-1708
david.bothner@NOIR-Medical.com, www.noirlaser.com
NoIR’s popular products include infrared (IR) protection filters and blue blocking filters.NoIR offers over 50 different shades of 100% UV Protection filters. We can help low vision people with cataract (pre and post surgery), macular degeneration, glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, post-treatment protection, night blindness and diabetic retinopathy relief and protection.
Optron Assistive Technologies Booth No. 412
P.O. Box 5454
Morton, IL 61550
309-694-2077, FAX 309-694-2077
info@optronusa.com, www.optronusa.com
Don't know much about technology? Let us give you all the support you need for your low vision students in a simple and easy way. Free demo units, experienced consultation, excellent service. Video magnifiers made for school. Find out why assistive technology is much more than just a CCTV.
Perkins Products/Howe Press Booth No. 33
175 N. Beacon St.
Watertown, MA 02472
617-972-7317, FAX 617-926-2027
perkinsproducts@perkins.org, www.perkinsstore.org
Perkins Products at Perkins School for the Blind manufactures the Perkins Brailler®, the most widely used brailler in the world. We recently introduced an electric brailler for increased speed with less effort, and our new division, Adaptive Technology, offers many products for individuals with low vision, blindness and learning disabilities.
Plextor LLC Booth No. 13
830 Hillview Court, Suite 210
Milpitas, CA 95035
408-719-3000, FAX 408-719-3030
sales@plextor.com, www.plextor.com
Plextalk--digital talking book players and recorders for the blind and visually impaired. PTR2 is a high quality recorder able to create DAISY 2.02, audio only, books and Music CDs. PTN1 DAISY 2.02 player is ideal for leisure-reading with a high-quality built-in speaker and fully rechargeable battery.
Region 4 Educated Solutions Booth No. 7
7145 W. Tidwell
Houston, TX 77092-2096
713-744-4450, FAX 713-744-4415
sjones@esc4.net, www.theansweris4.net
Region 4 provides innovative state-aligned products and services for teachers, principals and superintendents that promote student achievement and improve the efficiency and economy of school operations.
Seedlings Braille Books for Children Booth No. 38
P.O. Box 51924
Livonia, MI 48151-5924
734-427-8552, ext. 101, FAX 734-427-8552
seedlink@aol.com, www.seedlings.org
Seedlings Braille Books for Children is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to increasing the opportunity for literacy by providing high quality, low cost children’s literature in braille. Seedlings will be sharing resource information and displaying braille gift items for purchase at their exhibitor booth.
Sendero Group Booth No. 31
1118 Maple Lane
Davis, CA 95616
530-757-6800, FAX 530-757-6830
gps@senderogroup.com, www.senderogroup.com
Sendero Group - the GPS company - Developers of the first accessible GPS and talking map software. GPS products "Powered by Sendero" software provide access to detailed street and business location information. Sendero is first and foremost "the GPS company" as well as distributing other innovative adaptive technology.
Solutions Radio Booth No. C28
Motorenweg 5-K
2623 CR Delft,
THE NETHERLANDS
201-977-1229, FAX 201 608 6803
whaan@solutionsradio.com, www.solutionsradio.com
Solutions Radio BV is a company specialised in developing dedicated radio solutions for closed-user-groups. Solutions Radio has developed a stand-alone Webradio for easy listening to the Internet without the use of a PC /computer. A standard telephone line or dsl connection suffices.
Tactile Vision Inc. Booth No. 14
1330 Eglinton Ave. E.
Mississauga, ON L4W 2L4
CANADA
905-629-1050, FAX 905-629-1051
info@tactilevisioninc.com, www.tactilevisioninc.com
Tactile Vision Inc. is dedicated to the production of resources and tools which include tactile representations of graphical information. Our goal is to assist the visually impaired increase their functional level in education and enjoy greater involvement in the community. The line of products includes maps, children's books, greeting cards and educational tools.
Texas School for the Blind & Visually Impaired Booth No. 6
1100 W. 45th St.
Austin, TX 78756
512-206-9183, FAX 512-206-9453
debrasewell@tsbvi.edu, www.tsbvi.edu
Our curriculum/resource guides are written by teachers and other certified professionals. They include assessment and instructional methodology to assist the TVI, O & M instructor and parent in ECC areas such as Independent Living, Self-Determination, Learning Media, Braille instruction, Orientation and Mobility, and Low Vision. For more information visit www.tsbvi.edu.
Texas Tech University Distance Learning & Off-Campus Instruction Booth No. 305
P.O. Box 42191
Lubbock, TX 79409-2191
806-742-7200, ext. 298, FAX 806-742-7212
kc.walters@ttu.edu, www.de.ttu.edu
With over 30 college distance learning and off-campus instruction offerings, certificate and certificate preparation programs and a comprehensive K-12 distance learning program including a high school diploma track, pursuing an education through Texas Tech University is possible.
The Chicago Lighthouse Booth No. 408
1850 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608-1298
312-666-1331, FAX 312-243-8539
helpdesk@chicagolighthouse.org, www.thechicagolighthouse.org
The Chicago Lighthouse is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing the highest quality educational, clinical, vocational and rehabilitation services for children, youth and adults who are blind or visually impaired, including deaf-blind and multi-disabled. Through its comprehensive range of programs and services, The Chicago Lighthouse is a leader, innovator and advocate for people who are blind or visually impaired, enhancing the quality of life for all individuals involved and for the community.
The Hadley School for the Blind Booth No. 610
700 Elm St.
Winnetka, IL 60093
847-446-8111, 800-323-4238, FAX 847-446-0855
info@hadley.edu, www.hadley.edu
Somethin’s always cookin’ at Hadley. For the latest on “hot” new courses, “savory” online seminars, and “spicy” new partnerships, visit the Hadley exhibit booth for a tasty morsel! New catalogs available.
The Seeing Eye, Inc. Booth No. 404
P.O. Box 375
Morristown, NJ 07960
973-539-4425, FAX 973-539-7146
info@seeingeye.org, www.seeingeye.org
The Seeing Eye, pioneers and innovators of dog guide services, breeds and trains dogs that offer a new level of mobility and self-sufficiency to people who are blind. The Seeing Eye is a trademarked name; only dogs trained at the Morristown, N.J., campus can rightfully be called “Seeing Eye dogs.”
Vision Associates Booth No. 37
2109 U.S. Highway 90 W., Suite 170-312
Lake City, FL 32055
407-352-1200, FAX 386-752-7839
kathleen@visionkits.com, www.visionkits.com
Vision Associates distributes vision assessment materials for babies through adults in the areas of: Acuity, Contrast Sensitivity, Color Vision, Visual Fields, Adaptation to Lighting Changes, Suppression, Depth Perception. Intervention resource materials are available too. Stop by the book to learn how you can get a free gift.
Vision Technology, Inc. Booth No. 32
8501 Delport Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63114
314-890-8300, FAX 314-890-8383
vti1@vti1.com, www.visiontechnology.com
Vision Technology’s pursuit of innovative design has led the company to the forefront as a U.S. manufacturer of portable and distance-viewing CCTVs. All VTI CCTVs offer 2X magnification allowing individuals with the beginning stages of low vision the benefit of these products; as well as those needing higher magnification.
VisionCue Booth No. 21
4858-A S.W. Scholls Ferry Road
Portland, OR 97225
503-297-1510, 888-318-2582, FAX 503-459-4003
at.info@visioncue.com, www.visioncue.com
VisionCue is pleased to be showing the newest Optelec Braille display the ALVA BC640. This sixth generation ALVA Braille display allows maximum access connectivity. Use it with a cell phone, PDA, Macintosh, your screen reader of choice or any modern PC with the built-in ALVA Explorer. It’s simply all you’ll need
Woodlake Technologies, Inc. Booth No. 5
666 W. Hubbard St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-655-9200, FAX 312-655-8615
info@woodlaketechnologies.com, www.woodlaketechnologies.com
Blindness and low vision products dealer for these quality manufacturers: Freedom Scientific, Freedom Vision, Abisee, AI Squared, Ash Technologies, Humanware, and ViewPlus. We offer competitive pricing, quick delivery, installation, and staff training. Additional services include production of alternate content text books for schools. Prompt delivery of content in these available formats: text, audio, Braille, large print or Daisy.