Until just a few years ago, people with vision loss had distinct disadvantages when trying to watch television.
Some shows conveyed intent and descriptions through dialog or other audio queues, but most did not offer an accessible option. Instead, the norm meant switching channels until hearing familiar dialog and voices to identify a program. Continue Reading Tips for Accessible Television Viewing
If you attended a meeting online during the last year, you are in the majority. A recent survey by the National Bureau of Economic Research shows 89% of the people responding to its questionnaire about online meetings say they attended at least one meeting online in the last 13 months. Continue Reading Tips to Set Yourself Up for Success During Online Meetings
Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired staff serve on statewide coalitions that empower people with disabilities to have accessible voting and transportation options. One of these coalitions is the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition (WDVC). Among other activities, the WDVC shares real voter experiences with the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC). In turn, WEC shares… Continue Reading Overcoming Barriers to Voting
Accessible books and a new generation of listening devices are helpful for readers with limited vision. Almost any popular novel or nonfiction book, general interest and trade magazines, and newspapers are now available in a variety of accessible audio formats. Below we outline 10 different resources for listening to audio books, from downloading them onto… Continue Reading Reading Devices and Services
Council Education and Vision Services Director Amy Wurf at her home office. Council staff understand the need for information, connection and support during COVID-19. Even though the Council building is closed to the public and all in-person appointments and classes are postponed, staff are committed to providing essential services to clients and customers. The five staff in Vision Services are doing remote trainings, Calling clients to do wellness checks, giving educational… Continue Reading How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order
Staying home has many of us searching for a good book to read. Below is a list of reading resources, compiled by staff at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services – Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired (OBVI): Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) (dpi.wi.gov/talkingbooks) – cartridges, BARD A Vision Rehabilitation Specialist or… Continue Reading Accessible Reading Options During COVID-19
“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 independence and privacy for her finances. Online banking makes this… Continue Reading Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking
Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Online via Zoom Learn about accessible cell phone options with vision services staff in this free Council webinar. The new format, which is discussion-based, gives users of particular devices the chance to share what has been helpful to them. Various cell phone options are featured, such as the new… Continue Reading Council Webinar: Accessible Cell Phones
Over 100,000 people in Wisconsin are blind or visually impaired. As the population ages, this number is expected to double in the next 10-20 years. Chances are good that you already have—or will have in the future—someone who is blind or visually impaired in your social media audience. People who are blind or visually impaired… Continue Reading The Power of Engagement: How and Why to Make Social Media Accessible to Everyone
Going to a museum, attending a play or catching a movie are great ways to enrich your senses and learn new things. Wisconsin museums, theaters and cinemas are making these experiences accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Find out how you can experience Wisconsin exhibits, performances, or movies. At the Museum: From… Continue Reading Wisconsin Museums, Theaters and Cinemas Enhance Experience of the Arts
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Until just a few years ago, people with vision loss had distinct disadvantages when trying to watch television.
Some shows conveyed intent and descriptions through dialog or other audio queues, but most did not offer an accessible option. Instead, the norm meant switching channels until hearing familiar dialog and voices to identify a program. Continue Reading Tips for Accessible Television Viewing
If you attended a meeting online during the last year, you are in the majority. A recent survey by the National Bureau of Economic Research shows 89% of the people responding to its questionnaire about online meetings say they attended at least one meeting online in the last 13 months. Continue Reading Tips to Set Yourself Up for Success During Online Meetings
Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired staff serve on statewide coalitions that empower people with disabilities to have accessible voting and transportation options. One of these coalitions is the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition (WDVC). Among other activities, the WDVC shares real voter experiences with the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC). In turn, WEC shares… Continue Reading Overcoming Barriers to Voting
Accessible books and a new generation of listening devices are helpful for readers with limited vision. Almost any popular novel or nonfiction book, general interest and trade magazines, and newspapers are now available in a variety of accessible audio formats. Below we outline 10 different resources for listening to audio books, from downloading them onto… Continue Reading Reading Devices and Services
Council Education and Vision Services Director Amy Wurf at her home office. Council staff understand the need for information, connection and support during COVID-19. Even though the Council building is closed to the public and all in-person appointments and classes are postponed, staff are committed to providing essential services to clients and customers. The five staff in Vision Services are doing remote trainings, Calling clients to do wellness checks, giving educational… Continue Reading How the Council Provides Essential Services During the Safer at Home Order
Staying home has many of us searching for a good book to read. Below is a list of reading resources, compiled by staff at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services – Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired (OBVI): Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) (dpi.wi.gov/talkingbooks) – cartridges, BARD A Vision Rehabilitation Specialist or… Continue Reading Accessible Reading Options During COVID-19
“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 independence and privacy for her finances. Online banking makes this… Continue Reading Increasing Independence: An Overview of Online Banking
Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Online via Zoom Learn about accessible cell phone options with vision services staff in this free Council webinar. The new format, which is discussion-based, gives users of particular devices the chance to share what has been helpful to them. Various cell phone options are featured, such as the new… Continue Reading Council Webinar: Accessible Cell Phones
Over 100,000 people in Wisconsin are blind or visually impaired. As the population ages, this number is expected to double in the next 10-20 years. Chances are good that you already have—or will have in the future—someone who is blind or visually impaired in your social media audience. People who are blind or visually impaired… Continue Reading The Power of Engagement: How and Why to Make Social Media Accessible to Everyone
Going to a museum, attending a play or catching a movie are great ways to enrich your senses and learn new things. Wisconsin museums, theaters and cinemas are making these experiences accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Find out how you can experience Wisconsin exhibits, performances, or movies. At the Museum: From… Continue Reading Wisconsin Museums, Theaters and Cinemas Enhance Experience of the Arts
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