Writing guide

Picture Source:  The Low Vision Store.com People who have low vision can have difficulty with everyday activities including writing letters and addressing envelopes.  But,having low vision doesn’t mean you have to lose your ability to write letters to your loved ones.   A writing guide can help by allowing individuals to write within specific boundaries.  [...]

VisionZone Initiates Eye Heath Awareness and Low Vision Community Connectivity

VisionZone, a nationwide movement to promote ocular health awareness, spearheaded by Optelec U.S. Inc., a world leader in innovative and life changing assistive technologies for the blind and visually impaired, today launched its online component, VisionZone.org. The VisionZone initiative is the low vision community’s first live and virtual eye-health resource designed to bridge the gap [...]

High contrast tape

Picture source:  Home Depot High contrast tape can be a great tool for someone with low vision.  Using this tape around doorways allows for high visual contrast, making it easier for the person with low vision to identify the doorframe from the wall.  It can also be used on other items in the home including [...]

Blood Sugar Monitor

Picture Source:  Soundbytes.com It’s crucial for a diabetic to know their blood sugar levels.  A talking blood glucose monitor makes monitoring your blood sugar easy by speaking your numbers.  They are especially beneficial for individuals with low vision or blindness.  In fact, with proper documentation from your ophthalmologist, Medicare Part B and some private insurance [...]

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