Blind or Low Vision: Your Toolbox and Safety Checklist

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Except for projects that call for precise measurements, most everyday household repair jobs won’t require any special tools adapted for persons who are blind or low vision. You can find almost everything you need at your local hardware store or home center. To prepare for home repairs, consider the following tools to keep on hand and […]

Your Rights: Practicing Self-Advocacy

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Some organizations advocate on behalf of people who are blind or low vision. Friends and family can offer assistance. Ultimately, however, living independently requires learning self-advocacy—the ability to speak and act on your behalf. Blindness or low vision makes you no less a person. New Skills for a New Life These skills are essential for […]

Your Bathroom

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Tile, water, slippery surfaces—the bathroom can present many hazards for someone with even a slight degree of low vision or loss of mobility. Minimize your risk of accidents with these easy-to-manage adaptations. Make sure that any rug in the bath area is nonskid. Keep frequently used items in the same place at all times. Label […]