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Managing Depression with Vision Loss During the Holidays and Beyond 

Posted on November 20, 2025 - 2:29 pm by
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The holiday season is tough on those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress. Let’s face it, for many of us, the family gatherings, endless shopping, and chaotic parties can leave us feeling down and exhausted. Furthermore, vision loss can change how you experience the holidays and may increase emotional stress, especially as you adjust to new routines.   Many people who are blind or have […]

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Table Manners for Blind or Low Vision Teens 

Teens who are blind or have low vision need to learn many things to be successful in the modern world.  One of these important areas is appropriate table manners when dining with friends, family, or work colleagues. Sometimes, while at home or with friends at school, we can get lax.  Imagine being invited to a […]

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Ace Your New Job: Tips for the First Weeks of Employment 

Starting a new job brings excitement and anxiety to everyone. Often, people may move across the county, the state, or even the country for a new job. Recalling my first professional job, I moved several hundred miles away from friends and family. I trekked into the unknown, unsure if I would last a month, let […]

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Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS): A Link to Career Success 

When you’re in high school, it can be hard to imagine what life will look like after graduation. For students with disabilities, especially those who are blind or have low vision, this uncertainty can feel even greater. That’s where Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) come in. These programs are designed to provide early, hands-on experiences that […]

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You Can Touch the Elf on the Shelf: A Letter from Santa Claus

Editor’s note: Santa gives permission to children who are blind or low vision to touch their “Elf on the Shelf.” We hope you utilize this updated post from parent Holly Bonner of of Blind Motherhood to make the holidays meaningful and accessible for your child! About Elf on the Shelf “Elf on the Shelf” is a popular […]

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