“I have been using online banking for the past 14 years,” says Marge, a Council client. “It makes it easy for me to manage my finances without depending on a person who can see.” As a person who is blind/visually impaired, Marge wanted to maintain… Continue Reading Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in the United States. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI) more than 2 million Americans have some form of AMD. It is most common in adults over the age of 50. This eye… Continue Reading Age-Related Macular Degeneration & Vitamins
Betty stands in the hallway of her apartment. Betty Zajicek, 84, was diagnosed with macular degeneration eight years ago. When her adult children recently visited her senior apartment, they noticed it seemed dark in her living space and decided to get some help to improve… Continue Reading Adjusting to Vision Loss as You Age
“I can cook without leaning over the stove!” exclaims 29-year-old Emily Bauer. Emily loves cooking, but as someone who is visually impaired, she found it dangerous to lean over burners to see the temperature markings on her oven. She realized she needed an alternative method… Continue Reading Identifying Household Products Through Labeling
For centuries, a traveling tool has existed giving people who are blind or visually impaired the ability to get around safely and independently anywhere they choose to go: the white cane. This piece of equipment also serves as an indication to others that the user… Continue Reading All About the White Cane
Create Art with a Visual Impairment Painting and other forms of artwork can be more than just a visual experience. Creating art is a rich sensory experience that fosters self-expression and a way to cope with vision changes. As vision changes, adjustments may need to be made in the environment or in the kind… Continue Reading Create Art with a Visual Impairment
Photo by Royal National Institute of Blind People Dining with others is a way to build community and share an intimate experience. As a person experiencing vision loss, you may have many questions about how to go about eating a meal with dignity and poise.… Continue Reading Dine Confidently: Tips for Eating with a Visual Impairment
Summertime grilling is a Wisconsin pastime. Grilling is a fun way to spend time outside and gather with family and friends. It can be a healthier cooking method, since fat drips off food as it cooks, and you are likely to use less butter on… Continue Reading Strategies for Success When Grilling with a Visual Impairment
Over time, ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can damage the eyes. Macular degeneration, cataracts, corneal sunburn and skin cancer around the eyes can be caused by UV damage, according to Prevent Blindness. Protecting your eyes from glare and brightness today can prevent future damage,… Continue Reading Protect Your Eyes This Summer (And All Year Round)
Gardening can be a fun way to grow your own food, enjoy the outdoors and create something beautiful to share with friends and family. Spring is an excellent time to make a plan, buy some seeds, and dig into the dirt. Adapting gardening for people… Continue Reading Gardening Ideas for People with Vision Loss
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