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Getting Your Teen Who Is Blind or Low Vision to Participate in Family Activities

Navigating the teenage years can be challenging, especially when your child is blind or has low vision. As teens naturally gravitate towards independence and peer relationships, it’s common for them to show less interest in family activities. However, there are effective strategies to encourage their participation and maintain family bonds. The following are some suggestions […]

If Your Teenager Has Recently Experienced Blindness or Low Vision

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Every day of parenting has its highs and lows. That’s no different when your child has a blindness or low vision. However, if your child has recently been diagnosed as blind or low vision, you, your child, and your other family members may find yourselves struggling with a multitude of new, conflicting feelings—among them anger, […]

Creating a Safe and Livable Community for Blind or Low Vision Individuals

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Finding a community that is both safe and livable is essential for maintaining independence and quality of life, especially if you are blind or have low vision. This guide will help you consider key factors in choosing a community and provide practical tips for navigating your environment safely. Key Elements of a Livable Community A […]

Lesson 24: Navigating a College Campus As a Student Who Is Blind or Low Vision

When you are a student who is blind or low vision, navigating your college or career school campus will require you to have more than a map or GPS. How will you locate your classes if you cannot see the street signs, building signs, or room numbers? Key Considerations One of the most important ways […]

Lesson 19: Information Access Skills for Students with Vision Loss

Key Considerations As a student who is blind or low vision, one of the most important skills you can develop before you begin college or career school is the ability to locate and access required course information in alternative formats using access skills and assistive technology. If you needed to order your literature textbook in […]

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