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By Joy R. Efron, Ed.D. [Editor’s note: Joy R. Efron, Ed. D shares personal, in-depth suggestions for making the possible face-down positioning period of recovery more comfortable. Your doctor will advise you about the need to lie face down post-surgery. For example, macular holes differ in size, affecting the treatment strategy; face-down positioning may not […]

Many students with blindness or low vision are uncomfortable in gym classes because most activities require eye-hand coordination, quick visual responses, and coordinated eye-motor skills. Additionally, physical education teachers may overlook blind/low-vision students’ sports participation. They are often relegated to scorekeeping or timekeeping roles. Likewise, they may not have opportunities to play with their classmates […]

I always love playing outside. It makes me happy, and I agree with experts who say it’s good for my physical and mental health. However, getting out to play has become more complicated because my vision has faded badly due to glaucoma. I still have some vision in one eye, and with adaptation – and […]

 Caring for a loved one who requires assistance and has vision loss requires support, knowledge, and access to reliable resources. This comprehensive resource list is specifically designed to assist caregivers by providing practical solutions, emotional guidance, and access to specialized services. Whether you are looking for expert tips on daily living, tools to navigate challenges […]