If you read our newsletters regularly, you may already be aware of a report published last year that provides the best data we’ve ever had on the prevalence and demographics of vision loss among older adults in Wisconsin, and its impact on well-being. The report has been incredibly valuable in supporting our advocacy work. But… Continue Reading You’re Not Alone: Help is Available for Older Adults with Vision Loss
People who use ZoomText or Fusion from Freedom Scientific know these programs offer a number of magnification levels. As of the current release, magnification levels from 1 to 60 times are available. Many users rely on a few specific magnification levels. But switching between these levels can often require multiple keystrokes or mouse clicks. For… Continue Reading Select Your Favorite Magnification Levels to Use ZoomText and Fusion More Efficiently
Patty Slaby of Arcadia has found many benefits to living and working with her guide dog, Carter. “Walking in and out of medical facilities, church, stores, businesses and just taking walks,” Patty says. But the partnership demands that both participants stay focused and play by the rules. “You must be aware of what your dog… Continue Reading Guide Dogs: A Relationship Built on Love, Trust and Discipline
For many, the words “artificial intelligence” conjure up science fiction fears of computers taking over the world. Jim Denham, Access Technology Specialist at the Council, says there’s no need to be afraid. In fact, as new and controversial as it seems, Jim says forms of artificial intelligence (AI) have been put to good use for… Continue Reading Don’t Fear the Chatbot: The Potential Benefits of Artificial Intelligence
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision loss in the United States. They are extremely common among older adults— About one in six Americans aged 40 and older will get a cataract, and more than half will get them by the time they are 80 years old. But younger people, even babies, can… Continue Reading Understanding Your Options is Key to Dealing with Cataracts
The Council collaborated with two Wisconsin restaurants to present Dining in the Dark events this spring. The host eateries represented each end of the spectrum in terms of their involvement with Dining in the Dark: The events have become an annual happening at Beastro & Barley in Reedsburg in recent years, while Brix Cider… Continue Reading Old and New Partners Made Dining in The Dark a Success This Spring
It’s no secret that staying physically active is good for you. It helps keep both the body and the mind healthy. But getting enough exercise can be challenging for many people living with vision loss. With the right adaptations, however, most people can find ways to work up a good sweat. You just need to… Continue Reading Making Strides Toward Physical and Mental Health
This is the time of year when college students across the country are heading back to campus. Or, if they are first-year collegians, heading there for the first time. Knowing what resources are available to support your success is important for any incoming freshman. But for students with vision loss, it’s especially critical to learn… Continue Reading Back to School Learning Starts Even Before Classes Begin
With a few extra steps and adaptations, you can keep doing most of the things you love as your vision changes. Games are a great example. The Council’s Brent Perzentka, a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist and Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist, has a few tips that can help you continue or resume playing the games… Continue Reading Low Vision Need Not Stop You from Playing Your Favorite Games
Summer travel season is in full swing. The U.S. Travel Association reports that just over half of all Americans have travel planned in the coming months. With all this coming and going, we decided to ask our Vision Services staff if they had any tips for travelers with vision loss. Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel… Continue Reading Travel Season Need Not Cause the Summertime Blues
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If you read our newsletters regularly, you may already be aware of a report published last year that provides the best data we’ve ever had on the prevalence and demographics of vision loss among older adults in Wisconsin, and its impact on well-being. The report has been incredibly valuable in supporting our advocacy work. But… Continue Reading You’re Not Alone: Help is Available for Older Adults with Vision Loss
People who use ZoomText or Fusion from Freedom Scientific know these programs offer a number of magnification levels. As of the current release, magnification levels from 1 to 60 times are available. Many users rely on a few specific magnification levels. But switching between these levels can often require multiple keystrokes or mouse clicks. For… Continue Reading Select Your Favorite Magnification Levels to Use ZoomText and Fusion More Efficiently
Patty Slaby of Arcadia has found many benefits to living and working with her guide dog, Carter. “Walking in and out of medical facilities, church, stores, businesses and just taking walks,” Patty says. But the partnership demands that both participants stay focused and play by the rules. “You must be aware of what your dog… Continue Reading Guide Dogs: A Relationship Built on Love, Trust and Discipline
For many, the words “artificial intelligence” conjure up science fiction fears of computers taking over the world. Jim Denham, Access Technology Specialist at the Council, says there’s no need to be afraid. In fact, as new and controversial as it seems, Jim says forms of artificial intelligence (AI) have been put to good use for… Continue Reading Don’t Fear the Chatbot: The Potential Benefits of Artificial Intelligence
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of vision loss in the United States. They are extremely common among older adults— About one in six Americans aged 40 and older will get a cataract, and more than half will get them by the time they are 80 years old. But younger people, even babies, can… Continue Reading Understanding Your Options is Key to Dealing with Cataracts
The Council collaborated with two Wisconsin restaurants to present Dining in the Dark events this spring. The host eateries represented each end of the spectrum in terms of their involvement with Dining in the Dark: The events have become an annual happening at Beastro & Barley in Reedsburg in recent years, while Brix Cider… Continue Reading Old and New Partners Made Dining in The Dark a Success This Spring
It’s no secret that staying physically active is good for you. It helps keep both the body and the mind healthy. But getting enough exercise can be challenging for many people living with vision loss. With the right adaptations, however, most people can find ways to work up a good sweat. You just need to… Continue Reading Making Strides Toward Physical and Mental Health
This is the time of year when college students across the country are heading back to campus. Or, if they are first-year collegians, heading there for the first time. Knowing what resources are available to support your success is important for any incoming freshman. But for students with vision loss, it’s especially critical to learn… Continue Reading Back to School Learning Starts Even Before Classes Begin
With a few extra steps and adaptations, you can keep doing most of the things you love as your vision changes. Games are a great example. The Council’s Brent Perzentka, a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist and Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist, has a few tips that can help you continue or resume playing the games… Continue Reading Low Vision Need Not Stop You from Playing Your Favorite Games
Summer travel season is in full swing. The U.S. Travel Association reports that just over half of all Americans have travel planned in the coming months. With all this coming and going, we decided to ask our Vision Services staff if they had any tips for travelers with vision loss. Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel… Continue Reading Travel Season Need Not Cause the Summertime Blues