In August, we hosted a Dining in the Dark event at Skip’s After Market in Madison. A sold-out crowd enjoyed a delicious four-course vegetarian meal while blindfolded. Dining in the Dark offers a unique learning opportunity. First, attendees get to experience a meal using senses… Continue Reading Dining in the Dark Combines a Great Meal With a Powerful Learning Experience
Photo courtesy of Our Lives Do you wonder why some days are more tiring than others or some activities take more out of you than expected? The reality is that it takes more mental and emotional energy to move through our days as people with… Continue Reading Denise Jess: Acknowledging the Cognitive Load Blind and Low Vision People Carry
Emma Bjurquist Council Scholarship recipient Emma Bjurquist says art has always been her life; her first word was even “purple.” The Prairie du Chien native says her artistic talent has grown a lot since she was young. Today, she works in nearly every medium, from… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Emma Bjurquist Looks to Bring Creative Spark to Next Generation
October is Disability Employment Month. Designated by the U.S. Department of Labor, Disability Employment Month is an annual celebration of the contributions of working people with disabilities across the country. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Value and Talent.” Bernadette Gillick is a neuroscientist and researcher… Continue Reading Disability Employment Month Highlights Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Workplace
The Fall General Election is just around the corner on Tuesday, November 3. There will be a number of important statewide races on the ballot, including the races for Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State and State Treasurer, as well as three statewide referendums about… Continue Reading Be Prepared for Election Day on November 3
“The Council’s services gave me a connection to the sighted world.” October is National Estate Planning Month. Being included in a donor’s estate plan is one of the most meaningful gifts the Council can receive. Gordon Jackson was diagnosed with a rare retinal disease long… Continue Reading Support the Council for Years to Come Through Planned Giving
October 15 is White Cane Safety Day, a nationally recognized event to promote safe and welcoming communities for people who are blind or low vision. First recognized in 1964 when it was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson, the day raises awareness of state… Continue Reading White Cane Safety Day Promotes Safe Streets for Blind and Low Vision Pedestrians
October is Medication Label Safety Month, a time to spotlight the importance of knowing what’s in our medication bottles. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration estimates that about 1.3 million people are injured from errors in taking medication every year. For the approximately 140,000 adults… Continue Reading Medication Label Safety Month Reminds Us of the Importance of Accessible Labels
October is Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to promote safer and more welcoming communities for all. Everyone is a pedestrian some of the time, but for the 31% of Wisconsin residents who do not drive—including those who are blind or low vision—pedestrian safety is a… Continue Reading Pedestrian Safety Month Reminds Drivers to Stay Alert
Smart glasses, like Meta Glasses and EchoVision Glasses from AGIGA, are becoming an increasingly mainstream technology. These glasses can be an immensely useful tool for people with vision loss, even models that were not originally designed as an assistive technology. But as they become more… Continue Reading Busting Myths About Smart Glasses