Possible employment with visual disability?

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I was just denied social security disability. To keep it short, I'll use an excerpt from the letter...

"You are able to perform limited activities that do not involve fine visual acuity or wide visual fields. You may experience memory problems, but are able to follow directions, communicate, and act in your own interest..."

Basically, my eyes are corrected to 20/20 with glasses, but I have muscular issues resulting in double vision, downbeat nystagmus (bouncing up and down) looking directly ahead, and elliptical nystagmus (steady movements in elliptical pattern) looking to either side.

So, does anyone have any ideas about what type of work I can do that fits this description? I'm currently working with the Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired, but up to this point we were considering office work. In addition to their help, if I can find work on my own, they will try to help me keep it with accomodations, etc. Thank you.

Elaine W · Accepted Answer

Well, if you can see a computer screen well, I have a great suggestion. I love my career and I do it from home 90% is internet, and about 10% is processing apps and phone work.  The company I work with is great and offers a 401k plan, benefits and full training and support.  They are members of the Better Business Bureau and the US Chamber of Commerce, so I feel good about representing them as well as the fact that I get to help others on a daily basis and make a living doing so.  If it sounds interesting contact me and I would be happy to share details otherwise I wish you the best in finding something that works well for you.

Sweetness · Answer

i suggest get a lawyer they give free consultations to your case and fight SSI i had to,,,,,

LH

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