Blind-Friendly Cities in the US

Is your city blind-friendly? Is it easy to get around independently either by foot or via public transportation? If not, perhaps you can work to get something done about that or if you're looking to work and live in a blind-friendly atmosphere the articles to where these links will take you may be  of some help in your decision making:

Top Places to Live:
A list on ehow based on public transit, studies by AFB etc.  http://www.ehow.com/list_7463247_places-visually-impaired-live.html

Navigating Cities, For the Blind
Claudia Folska, a blind city planner, believes she can find ways to create urban landscapes that are easier for everyone to navigate(Wired Magazine): http://www.wired.com/magazine/2011/09/st_qafolska/

Liveable Communities
Here is the list by the American Foundation for the Blind based on 2003 data: http://www.afb.org/section.aspx?SectionID=43&TopicID=183&DocumentID=2110
This list also tells specifically why these places were given the ratings they have.

Arthur's Lessons in communication

Arthur (from PBS) talks to kids about how children who are visually and hearing impaired communicate. This one is great for the classroom! The lesson plan is already done for you!

http://www.pbs.org/parents/arthur/lesson/communication/index.html

Tactile Gloves Allows Deaf/Blind to Text

This is fantastic!
	Tactile Gloves Allows Deaf/Blind to Text Source: patheos.com Thomas L. McDonald | Technology

Blind Woman Says Guide Dog Not Allowed in Dunkin Donuts

http://www.wickedlocal.com/rehoboth/news/x102602081/Blind-woman-says-guide-dog-not-allowed-in-Taunton-Dunkin-Donuts

Visual Impairments Specialist
WES
http://lee.ebrschools.org/kathynicholslee
http://www.kathyskids.org
http://teacherweb.com/LA/RobertELeeHigh/MrsMichael/t.aspx
http://mskathyskids.blogspot.com

How and When to Offer Assistance to a Blind or Visually Impaired Person

Some Do's and Don'ts for People Who Just Want to Help