The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future.
2021 NFB of Maryland exhibit hall
Here is a directory of all the exhibitors in our exhibit hall this year
- Maryland Relay/Telecommunications Access of Maryland
- Vanda Pharmaceutical
- Low Vision Shop of Maryland and Virginia
- Maryland Department of Disabilities/Maryland Technology Assistance Program
- Maryland Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
- Industries for the Blind
- Infinite Technologies, LLC
- Integration Technology Group
- Maryland Able
- Maryland DORS
- National Aquarium
- PS You Are Fabulous
- Vispero
- National Harbor Chapter
- Western Maryland Chapter
Low Vision Shop
Name of Company/Organization
The Low Vision Shop of Maryland and Virginia
Description of Products/services
Welcome to an experiential environment for low vision and blind assistive devices. The only shop of its kind situated in the Baltimore area, we have created a place where people can explore vision aid options safely and comfortably, surrounded by everything from magnifiers to revolutionary wearable technology. We’ve brought the latest advancements into one space and surrounded them with specialized professionals who can guide the discovery of optimal vision enhancement.
Some of our brands: Ramble Tag, BlindShell, Gizahand, Dot Braille Watch, OrCam, IrisVision, Vision Buddy, Almost Blind, and much more…
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://thelowvisionshop.com/
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am – 5pm
Telephone: (410) 431-2020
Email Address: info@TheLowVisionShop.com
Maryland Able
Name of Company/Organization
Maryland ABLE
Description of Products/services
Maryland ABLE is a way for people with disabilities to save for their everyday needs, save and invest in a tax-free account, and prepare for the future without losing federal or state means tested benefits such as SSI and Medicaid.
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: www.marylandable.org
Office Hours: 9 am – 6 pm
Telephone: 855.563.2253
Email Address: questions@marylandable.org
Maryland DORS
Name of Company/Organization
Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Rehabilitation Services
Description of Products/services
DORS helps people with physical, emotional, intellectual, developmental, sensory and learning disabilities go to work and keep their jobs by providing services such as career assessment and counseling, assistive technology, job training, higher education and job placement.
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://dors.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Office Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Telephone:410-554-9277
Email Address:tandra.hunter-payne@maryland.gov
Maryland Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Name of Company/Organization
Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Description of Products/services
The mission of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD) is to provide comprehensive library services to the eligible blind and print disabled residents of the State of Maryland. Our vision is to provide innovative and quality services to meet the needs and expectations of our patrons.
LBPH Provides:
•Books and magazines in Braille delivered either through the US mail or through digital download
•Books and magazines sent in a specialized format for use with the Digital Talking Book Machine mailed directly to the patron at home or accessed via direct download
•Books in Large Print delivered through the US Mail
•Accessible Technology Training by Appointment
•Accessible Textbook Conversion through the Maryland Accessible Textbook Program
•ADA Compliant Computer Workstations both at LBPD and across the state
•Accessible events and programs held at LBPD and over the phone
All services are FREE to library patrons. Applications must be certified that patrons meet eligibility for services.
Download this PDF for LBPD general information . Download the LBPD application.
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://www.marylandlibraries.org/Pages/Maryland-Library-for-the-Blind-a...
Office Hours:
Monday -Friday 9-5
Telephone:410-230-2424
Email Address: reference.desk@maryland.gov
Maryland Relay/Telecommunications Access of Maryland
Name of Company/Organization:
Maryland Relay
Description of Products/services:
Telecommunications Access of Maryland (TAM) is a division of MDoD and operates the Maryland Relay and Maryland Accessible Telecommunications programs. Maryland Relay is a free, public service for individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, or speech-disabled that enables them to communicate using the telephone. The Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) program offers a wide variety of solutions and tools—from amplified phones to Braille TTYs to tablets— needed to independently make or receive phone calls.
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: www.mdrelay.org
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9am -4pm
Telephone: 240-920-9594
Email Address: tarita.turner@maryland.gov
Maryland Technology Assistance Program
Name of Company/Organization
Maryland Department of Disabilities, Assistive Technology Program
Description of Products/services
The Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) is a program of the Maryland Department of Disabilities. Our mission is to enhance the lives of all Marylanders with disabilities, older Marylanders, and their families by helping support access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services.
Exhibit Hall Office Hours Contact Information
Zoom Meeting ID:
Web Link:
One-Touch Information:
Non-Zoom Contact Information (if not using Zoom):
None
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: http://mdod.maryland.gov/mdtap/Pages/MDTAP-Home.aspx
Office Hours: 8:30am-5pm EST
Telephone:410-554-9230
Email Address:mdtap@mdtap.org
The Image Center
Name of Company/Organization:
Bridges Transition Helpdesk, The IMAGE Center of Maryland
Description of Products/services:
A Helpdesk for Maryland Blind/Low Vision Transition Students, their Families, and their Educators
Exhibit Hall Office Hours Contact Information
Zoom Meeting ID: 897 5519 6629
Passcode: 405655
Web Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89755196629?pwd=cDVYS2tVdTA4SU95Y3FyWTFlNHdsZz09
One-Touch Information: +13017158592,,89755196629#
Non-Zoom Contact Information (if not using Zoom):
None
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://imagemd.org/
Office Hours: Mondays-Fridays 9AM-5PM
Telephone: 443-320-4003
Email Address: helpdesk@imagemd.org
Vanda Pharmaceutical
Name of Company/Organization
VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS / NON-24 SLEEP DISORDER
Description of Products/services
Vanda Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to raising awareness of Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder (Non-24) and supporting the blindness community. Non-24 is a rare circadian rhythm disorder affecting up to 70% of people who are totally blind. People living with Non-24 experience excessive daytime sleepiness and nighttime sleeplessness, which leads to impaired social and occupational functioning. This is due to the misalignment between the internal master body clock and the 24-hour day.
Exhibit Hall Office Hours Contact Information
Zoom Meeting ID: 239 845 1471
Passcode: 1
In the US dial 1-646-876-9923
Web Link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2398451471?pwd=b3M4cFJxUHFnZnpuU3kyWW8vNzg0QT09
One-Touch Information:
Non-Zoom Contact Information (if not using Zoom):
None
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://vandapharma.com/
Office Hours: Mon-Fr 9-5pm
Telephone:202-579-8035
Email Address: maggie.felton@vandapharma.com
Vispero
Name of Company/Organization
Vispero
Description of Products/services
Vispero is the world’s largest assistive technology provider for the visually impaired. Our brands Freedom Scientific, Enhanced Vision, Optelec, and The Paciello Group, share a long, rich history as industry leaders.We develop and deliver innovative solutions that enable blind and low vision individuals to reach their full potential – to gain an education, obtain employment, succeed in professional careers, and live independently throughout their lives.
Our presentation will focus on the ElBraille Generation V.
Exhibit Hall Office Hours Contact Information
Zoom Meeting ID: 933 9952 4139
Passcode: 990601
In the US dial 1-301-715-8592
Web Link: https://zoom.us/j/93399524139?pwd=azhBNmVBb3hwTkZhNDlJTkhOMFQ0UT09
One-Touch Information:
Non-Zoom Contact Information (if not using Zoom):
None
Company/Organization Contact Information (for customer service outside of Exhibit Hall Office Hours)
Web address: https://www.vispero.com
Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM ET
Telephone:800-444-4443
Email Address: info@vispero.com
The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.