This Blind 13-Yr-Old Could Put Even The Angels To Shame With His Harp Skills.
Harp music usually conjures up images of ethereal beings gently plucking out an accompaniment for an angelic chorus. But that's not the sort of harp...
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“He Had The Time Of His Life.” Twin Sister Makes Brother’s Prom Dreams Come True.
Kelsey Bjork |
Aug 1, 2021
Without a date, Carlos Colon wasn't planning on going to his senior prom, but his sister wasn't about to take no for an answer! Born...
Read moreThis “Fearless” Blind Fiddler Is Blowing Everyone Away With His Skill.
Kelsey Martin |
Apr 22, 2021
There's a theory among many musical educators that practicing your instrument in a dark room improves your ability as it helps you rely less on...
Read morePakistani Disability Rights Activist Takes Home Prestigious Rhodes Scholarship.
Kelsey Martin |
Apr 15, 2021
A Georgetown University Qatar student named Khansa Maria just made history by becoming the first woman with a disability in her entire country to win...
Read more93-Yr-Old Bursts Into Tears When Grandson Surprises Her With Special Audiobook.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Apr 5, 2021
For people who are visually impaired, audiobooks provide a bridge to the vast expanse of knowledge and entertainment that books provide. Cameron Manwaring's grandmother Roma...
Read moreDaughter “Sees” For Blind Dad So He Can Have A Blast On Roller Coaster.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Mar 24, 2021
Jaclyn Neuser's father has been blind ever since he fought in the Vietnam War. Jaclyn, a Brookfield, Wisconsin, business owner, grew up understanding his disability,...
Read moreBlind And Deaf Dog Flips Out When She Smells Favorite Person After 18 Months Apart.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Mar 21, 2021
Now that there's light at the end of the novel coronavirus pandemic tunnel, people are beginning to test the theory that "absence makes the heart...
Read moreAunt Raises Over $4K To Surprise Blind Niece With Braille Harry Potter Books.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jan 7, 2021
The world of literature is massive, with more genres, authors, and styles than we can count. Yet for people who are blind, finding books written...
Read moreMeet Ryusei Ouchi, The Blind Skateboarder Who Is Inspiring 1000s With His Talent.
Corinne Sanders |
Jan 1, 2021
Skateboarding is a tricky sport to master, but there's no challenge too great for Ryusei Ouchi of Tokorozawa, Japan – not even when it comes...
Read moreThis College Student Is Training Puppies To Be Service Dogs For The Blind.
Ashley Ziegler |
Dec 14, 2020
After graduating from high school, many teens spend their days before heading off to college hanging out with their friends and making the most of...
Read more94-Yr-Old Jazz Legend Tickles The Ivories For 1st Time Since Having Stroke.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 12, 2020
Music has a way of triggering powerful memories and feelings with just a few simple notes. Julian Lee is a jazz and swing musician who...
Read moreBlind Runner Finishes Solo 5K With Innovative App As His Only Guide.
Corinne Sanders |
Dec 9, 2020
Thomas Panek of New York believes he was born to run. The 50-year-old is an avid athlete and the CEO of Guiding Eyes for the...
Read more4th-Grader Steps Up To Help Blind Teen Compete In Cross Country Races.
Corinne Sanders |
Nov 18, 2020
Rebel Hays of Fayetteville, Arkansas, loves helping people as much as he loves running. That's what made him the perfect partner for Paul Scott! Having...
Read moreBlind Paralympian Shares How His Vision For Success Made Him A Champion.
Corinne Sanders |
Nov 9, 2020
Lex Gillette can't see in a literal sense, but he's never lost sight of his goals. As a four-time Paralympic medalist and world record holder,...
Read moreMeet Piglet, The Blind, Deaf Dog Who’s Inspiring Children To Think Positively.
Corinne Sanders |
Nov 3, 2020
When Melissa Shapiro first brought Piglet home, she had no idea he would make such an incredible impact on her life – and thousands of...
Read moreBlind Dog Spins Around In Shelter For Yrs Until Mother And Daughter Bring Her Home.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Oct 9, 2020
Finding a home for a dog who has special needs is not always easy. Many of these pups require extra care and training, which isn't...
Read moreGolden Retriever Who Recently Went Blind Gets Big Help From Little Puppy.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Oct 7, 2020
Thousands of blind people rely on guide dogs to help them lead vibrant, active lives, but have you ever heard of a blind dog who...
Read moreBlind Paralympic Swimmer Finds “Match Made In Heaven” In Adorable Guide Dog.
Corinne Sanders |
Sep 23, 2020
Competitive swimming helped Anastasia Pagonis of New York find her smile again after her world changed forever. But it was an adorable Labrador retriever named...
Read moreSpecial Baton Helps Blind Musician Fulfill Dream Of Playing In Orchestra.
Corinne Sanders |
Aug 29, 2020
Kyungho Jeon of Seoul, South Korea, has loved music all his life. In fact, he connects with melodies and harmonies on a deeper level than...
Read moreBlind Man Brings “Australia’s Got Talent” To Tears With Loyal Guide Dog Beside Him.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Aug 25, 2020
From the moment Matt McLaren stepped onto the "Australia's Got Talent" stage, it was clear he wasn't a typical contestant. Matt was born blind, but...
Read moreWoman Who Is Visually Impaired Shows Off Incredible Way She Uses Technology.
Ashley Ziegler |
Aug 17, 2020
We're all familiar with the way braille allows anyone who is blind or visually impaired to read text through raised dots. But have you ever...
Read moreNew Chef Makes History As 1st Blind Contestant To Tackle “Celebrity MasterChef.”
Corinne Sanders |
Jul 17, 2020
Amar Latif has never let uncertainty hold him back from living his life to the fullest. The 45-year-old may be blind, but he's experienced more...
Read moreBlind Fan With Brain Cancer Melts In Tears After Surprise Gift From Country Star
Ashley Ziegler |
Jun 24, 2020
In April of 2019, Ayden Morgan went with his family to a Kelsea Ballerini concert where he got to meet her backstage. The entire night...
Read moreNurse Steps In To Care For Blind Veteran’s Dog While He’s In Hospital.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 15, 2020
Nurses make it their mission to care for everyone who crosses their path, but some take the love to a whole new level. Joe Tasby...
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