Mission

Founded in 1858 in Louisville, Kentucky, the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) promotes independence of people who are blind and visually impaired by providing specialized materials, products, programs, and services needed for education and life. APH manufactures textbooks and other educational publications for students who are visually impaired. APH also provides publications useful to adults, such as our Getting Started Guide for Older Adults New to Vision Loss. In addition, APH creates recorded books on a contract basis. APH develops and manufactures hundreds of products, tools, and supplies that support students and adults who are visually impaired and increase their independence. Online programs include APH ConnectCenter (VisionAware, FamilyConnect, CareerConnect) and the Virtual ExCEL Academy. Our mission: APH empowers people who are blind or visually impaired by providing accessible and innovative products, materials, and services for lifelong success.