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Eligibility

Client can receive service if they are blind or visually impaired, or are print disabled in some other way.

Required documents

Must be registered with the Library for the Blind or the Cleveland Sight Center OR have a verification letter from a doctor stating that they are blind. A doctor's verification letter will be required for any person who needs this service who have other print disabilities.

Hours

24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. Client can remain on the phone as long as they like.
(216) 453-2090

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(866) 504-7300

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(330) 409-1900

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https://www.nfb.org
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Application process

Client must call for information and to register, M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm (Call the toll-free National Number). They will be given an access code which they will need to enter the system.

Fees

Free.

Service area

Ohio

Description

Provides the blind access to over 500 publications including the Plain Dealer, Akron Beacon Journal, New York Times, USA Today, and the Washington Post as well as sixteen breaking news sources such as CNN, BBC and ESPN Online. Also offers emergency weather alerts and seven day forecasts, job listings, TV listings, retail ads and more. There are a number of access methods including touch-tone telephone, a free mobile app for iPhone, iPad and iPod, on Demand emails, a secure website, and a variety of portable players including the NLS Talking Book player and Victor Reader Stream 2nd Generation. This service is also available on Amazon Alexa enabled devices.

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211 Cleveland

Providing organization

National Federation Of The Blind

Coordinates many programs serving those who are blind including: services and resources to defend the rights of blind Americans, providing information and support to blind children and adults, and building a community that creates a future full of opportunities.