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Did you have a favorite stuffed animal as a child? Did you have a bear? Or another animal? My favorite was a small stuffed monkey which I promptly named “Monk”. I loved Monk very much. The more worn Monk became, the more I loved him. The more faded he became, the more I clung to […]

In this heartfelt blog, Julene Fitch, a teacher for students with blindness or low vision, shares her journey from a parent navigating the challenges of raising a child with low vision to becoming a passionate educator dedicated to empowering students and their families. Her commitment to collaboration, holistic development, and building a supportive community shines […]

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to highlight current research on AMD, other eye conditions, and falls.  Fall Risk and Low Vision  A recent British study finds people with cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are at a 33% greater risk of falls or fractures […]

It’s impressive enough to be the first person who is blind to provide live audio description for the Oscars. But knowing that Nefertiti Matos Olivares has only been doing voice acting for a little more than two years is almost hard to believe.  But it’s true. Nefertiti had other work in her career trajectory (more […]