Author Archives: Audrey Demmitt RN, BSN

Hiring a Driver and Finding Rides when Blind or Low Vision

Person sitting in the backseat of a car

Transportation is a significant challenge for individuals who are blind or have low vision, often presenting challenges to independence and accessibility. Whether it’s surrendering a driver’s license due to vision loss or never having the opportunity to drive, navigating the world without personal transportation can feel isolating. However, these challenges can be managed with some […]

Social Connectedness Improves Health and Well-Being

three people stand close and laugh, the sun shining bright overhead

by Audrey Demmitt, R.N.  According to Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, loneliness has been rising for years and is now considered an epidemic. This public health concern profoundly impacts the health and well-being of individuals and communities. As researchers study loneliness and social isolation, we learn more about how social connectedness promotes physical, mental, […]

Protect Your Independence: Create a Fall Prevention Plan 

sign reading “Caution: Ice: Watch Your Step”

by Audrey Demmitt, RN, VisionAware Peer Advisor Being Pro-Active  My vision loss has caused me to fall many times in the past. As I get older, this concerns me because I realize the potential for serious injuries. So, I decided to attend a workshop on Fall Prevention. I would like to share the highlights of […]