Online Publications & Resources
The Sherlock Center offers hundreds of online resources and publications on topics across the lifespan, from early intervention to transition to person-centered thinking, employment and self-determination.
These resources are searchable in the fields below. You can search by a keyword or an exact title in the “Search All Resources” box or you can search by project/service, topic or type – form, online resource or Sherlock Center publication.
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Career Advantage for V.I.P.s
Career Advantage for V.I.P.s is an Employment Preparation Primer for Individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Career Advantage offers eight instructional modules to explore at your own pace.
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CareerConnect®
CareerConnect offers job seekers of all ages and employers a variety of resources to help with the job search and hiring process. It is an integral part of the APH ConnectCenter, a website that provides curated information and resources to people who are blind or low vision, their families, teachers, counselors and employers. Visitors will find advice, stories of people who are blind or low vision at work, an online Job Seekers Toolkit and more.
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College Readiness Resource Center at Perkins
The College Readiness Resource Center is designed to help the many people involved in helping students prepare for college (and life in general) with thoughtful, expert guidance to plan for successful outcomes, whatever they are – whether that’s straight to college, pre-college training programs or heading straight to work.
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Disability Rights Rhode Island (DRRI)
DRRI is the Official Protection and Advocacy System for Rhode Island. (DRRI) provides free legal assistance to persons with disabilities. Services include individual representation to protect rights or to secure benefits and services; self-help information; educational programs; and administrative and legislative advocacy. The agency administers eight federally funded advocacy programs, each of which has its own eligibility criteria.
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INSIGHT
INSIGHT offers a variety of programs and services to anyone who is blind or visually impaired.
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Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace.
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My Next Move
This website helps job seekers explore what they want to do for a living. You can browse careers by industry or complete an interest inventory to help you decide what careers you might like to explore.
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Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL)
OSCIL is one of two Independent Living Centers in Rhode Island. OSCIL, located in Warwick, provides information and referral, advocacy, assessment services and a range of other services designed to support independent living.
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Office of Rehabilitation Service (ORS) Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
The purpose of ORS Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired is to provide eligible individuals who have visual impairments the opportunities and support that will enable them to become independent, active, self-sustaining members of their community.
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Project Aspiro
This career planning and employment resource is for people who are blind or partially sighted.
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Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA)
The RIPTA website provides information on public bus schedules and maps, passes and fares, and other transportation resources.
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TechACCESS of Rhode Island
TechACCESS of Rhode Island was founded in 1991 to provide assistive technology services to people with disabilities. TechACCESS provides information, referrals, demonstrations, and technical assistance to individuals with questions regarding assistive technology. They also coordinate a library of informational resources and provide demonstrations of assistive technology.
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The 411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities
“The 411 on Disability Disclosure: A Workbook for Youth with Disabilities” is designed for youth and adults who are working with them to learn about disability disclosure. This workbook helps young people make informed decisions about whether to disclose their disability and understand how that decision may impact their education, employment and social lives.
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Transition Activity Calendar
The Transition Activity Calendar was developed specifically for visually impaired high school students who plan to attend college.