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Preparing for my first year of going away to college was an incredibly stressful but exciting time for me. If you’re considering taking a step towards higher education, you, too, must prepare and start researching in advance. I’ve provided some specific preparatory considerations and tips for someone with blindness or low vision.  Key Considerations  These […]

APH VisionAware peer advisor Audrey Demmitt R.N. has written a five-part series discussing self-care: “Eating Your Way to Health and Well-Being,” “Move Your Way to Better Health and Well-Being,” “Stress Management and Relaxation,” “Good Quality Sleep is Essential to Your Health,  and “Social Connectedness Improves Health and Well-Being.” These articles offer advice and tips for everyone […]

At the beginning of our college adventures, my friends and I referred to student teaching as the “Final Frontier” because it is the last class an education major must take to graduate and become a fully licensed teacher. Honestly, I was surprised how fast time flew by; it was finally time to switch positions, from […]

“I went blind in 2016 when I was two months pregnant,” says Stacie. She shares her ex abused her, injuring her neck and head. “I lost my vision — leading to two unsuccessful eye surgeries. I am now blind; I have no light perception.” Adapting Stacie had to learn to deal with her new circumstances […]