Problem-Solving Skills for Grade Schoolers with Blindness or Low Vision

Child completes a puzzle

Grade school life is a rich environment for learning problem-solving skills. Just think of the typical situations your child or family member who is blind or low vision confronts at this age: Instead of immediately removing or solving problems for your child, consider problems as opportunities to train your child in problem-solving skills. Your child […]

Nonverbal Communication Skills for Blind Children

Kid in white stripped t-shirt and glasses with crossed arm across his chest.

Help your child master effective nonverbal communication. Think about a potential employee who does not turn to face the interviewing panel as they speak. Imagine someone joining a recreational club to make friends but expressing disinterest or unapproachability through their body language. Last, envision a young adult on a date who stands uncomfortably close to […]

Headed to Work as a Teen with Blindness or Low Vision

A teen working in a woodshop.

If your child isn’t planning to go to college, they may want to work full- or part-time or get some vocational training after high school. When considering a specialized training program, it’s important to find out if the school or program has a job placement program for graduates and, if so, what their placement rate […]

Illuminate Your Independence: Low Vision Lighting & Glare Control 

Window seat allowing ample sunlight to enter the room

If you live with low vision, you understand that proper lighting isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. Surprising to many, simply adjusting your light sources can dramatically enhance your ability to read, write, cook, manage household tasks, and engage in daily life with greater independence. This article focuses on maximizing light quality, minimizing glare, and […]