Building Brands for 35+ Years
About Accessibility Dot Net
- Founded by Patrick J. Fischer, Accessibility Dot Net grew from a lifelong passion for serving the blind and low-vision community.
- Patrick’s journey began with restoring classic cars, a hobby that revealed his unique ability to visualize the finished product before the first bolt was turned. That same visionary mindset now fuels his work in building brands, videos, and websites.
- In 1988, Patrick launched Share Technology, volunteering to help individuals with disabilities learn to use computers. This evolved into F1-Key, LLC in 1997, and was renamed Accessibility Dot Net, Inc. in 2004.
- As a creative outlet, Patrick began transforming ideas into websites—blending accessibility, purpose, and design. Like restoring a car, building a brand requires patience, precision, and heart—but often unfolds much faster.
- In 2001, Patrick opened the first walk-in store, Low Vision Mart, filled with products to support individuals who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired.
- In 2004, he launched Low Vision Rehab, offering free, practical resources for those with low vision.
- In 2006, Patrick established Fischer Publishing to brand and organize his growing body of work.
- In 2007, he founded Vision Helpers, a product line featuring LED-lighted optical magnifiers.
- In 2008, Patrick created the first Large Print Calendar and its dedicated website, addressing a major accessibility gap.
- By 2011, he introduced The Library Reader, an ADA-compliant turnkey computer system for public libraries. Each unit included a Dell computer with JAWS, ZoomText, Kurzweil 1000, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and a flatbed scanner. Over 100 systems were built in Omaha and distributed across Nebraska and Colorado.
- In 2014, Accessibility Dot Net, Inc. merged with NanoPac, Inc., a national leader in assistive technology. Patrick now represents NanoPac in Nebraska, Iowa, and Colorado, continuing his mission to empower individuals with disabilities.
- In 2016, Patrick published Low Vision Support, a comprehensive paperback with resources for all 50 states. The project expanded into 54 Kindle editions, covering every U.S. state and territory.
- In 2019, he released Learn About Low Vision, a compassionate guide for families and caregivers. Though once available as a free download, it is no longer in circulation.
- In 2024, Patrick published Get Smart: Learn About Computers, available in Paperback, Kindle, Audible, Large Print, and Braille. That same year, he launched Francis Cache’, a creative brand builder for marketing websites and digital brands developed by Accessibility Dot Net.
- In 2025, Patrick released Navigating Life with Low Vision, a heartfelt and practical guide available in Large Print hardback, paperback, and e-book formats on Kindle and Apple Books. This latest work reflects his enduring commitment to clarity, compassion, and accessible solutions.
- Navigating Life with Low Vision was rebranded for each U.S. state and territory, resulting in 54 unique Kindle and Paperback editions, each tailored to local resources and support networks.