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Do you find it challenging to administer eye drops as a person who is blind or low vision? One of the reasons people cite for not following a prescribed treatment regimen of eye drops is that it is difficult to administer them, or the drops themselves are irritating. One tip is to keep your eye […]

You’ve heard the term “podcast” before, but do you know what it means? Of course! A little pod being cast about, right? Well, almost. What is a Podcast? A podcast is usually some audio presentation distributed or broadcast on the Internet. Strictly speaking, it is a serial audio presentation that you subscribe to with a […]

To understand this diagram of the eye, try to picture it as being split in two, like an apple that’s been cut in half. Imagine yourself looking into the eye from the cut side. The Cornea The cornea is a transparent dome-shaped tissue that forms the front part of your eye. It functions as a […]

Audio Described Theater Performances A number of theaters offer Audio Described Performances, during which patrons can obtain stereo headsets to hear verbal descriptions of stage activities. These are often available for operas, plays, concerts, and political events. Call ahead to see if this is service is available at your theater and performance. Due to the […]

One of the most common challenges people report after experiencing blindness/ low vision is watching television. They often report an inability to see the actors’ faces, printed text on the screen, or the television menus and accompanying channel guide. Television viewing has changed dramatically in recent years, and the number of ways to approach these […]