[NFBMO] From the NFB Conventions Mailing List: Private and Accessible Check-In Now Available at Social Security Offices

[Daniel Garcia]

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From: NFB-Conventions <nfb-conventions-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
Donna Ring via NFB-Conventions
Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2024 8:21 PM
To: NFB-Conventions at nfbnet.org; Maryland President <president at nfbmd.org>
Subject: [NFB-Conventions] FW: [EXTERNAL] Private and Accessible Check-In
Now Available at Social Security Offices

Following up after the Social Security presentation at our convention.

Donna Ring

From: Social Security Administration, Office of Communications
<OEA.Net.Post at ssa.gov<mailto:OEA.Net.Post at ssa.gov>>
Sent: Monday, July 8, 2024 10:34 AM
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Private and Accessible Check-In Now Available at Social
Security Offices


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Dear Colleague,

We are excited to share that most of our local
offices<https://www.ssa.gov/locator/> now have new American with
Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant kiosks! These new kiosks are designed to
enhance accessibility and ease of use for all visitors, particularly those
who are blind or have low vision. They have several features and benefits to
ensure a seamless check-in process, including:

  *   Standardized cabinetry (meeting specific height and width
requirements).
  *   Audio headphone jack sockets.
  *   Integrated braille instructions for how to use the kiosk.
  *   Accessible Keypads.
  *   Built-In thermal printers and ticket dispensers.
  *   Touchscreen monitors with integrated privacy filters.
  *   Enhanced 508-compatible check-in software.

Additionally, each kiosk includes instructions in braille outlining the
process to report any accessibility problems, ensuring that our services
remain responsive to the needs of all people.

Thank you for your continued support as we work to better serve the
community. Please share this important information with your members,
colleagues, affiliates, and other interested parties.

Sincerely,
Dawn Bystry
Associate Commissioner
Office of Strategic and Digital Communications
OEA.Net.Post at ssa.gov<mailto:OEA.Net.Post at ssa.gov>

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