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When Other Teens Are Learning to Drive and Your Child Isn’t

Cones for the examination, driving school concept with a silver car next to the cone

Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage for most teenagers, and when an eye condition prevents someone from driving, the feeling of disappointment can be intense. If your teen is blind or low vision and can’t meet the legal requirements for driving in your state, they may be experiencing a number of upsetting […]

Applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) When a Child Who Is Legally Blind Turns 18

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) written on a paper.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a needs-based benefit program that offers financial assistance to individuals who have serious health conditions or disabilities such as blindness or low vision. If your child who is blind or low vision has applied for SSI, there are certain things you need to know about turning 18 and making the […]

Transition from High School to Adult Life for Teenagers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision

Although “transition” describes the process of moving from one phase to another, in special education, it often refers specifically to the period of time when your teenager is preparing for adult life after leaving public school. Several activities need to take place during this season. Transition to College/Career: When Does It Start? For children who […]