Recreation and Leisure Archives

For One 11-Year-Old, Self-Advocacy and Teamwork Are the Name of the Game

Posted on August 7, 2023 - 8:03 pm by Amy Lynn Smith

Brysen Reid wants to do all the same things every 11-year-old boy does. And he’s been learning to advocate for himself for most of his life. Born with autosomal dominant optic atrophy – a progressive, rare eye disease resulting in fraying optic nerves – Brysen has difficulty seeing things at a distance. Even with his […]

Hobbies as an Individual Who Is Blind or Low Vision

Posted on October 11, 2022 - 3:07 pm by Shannon Carollo

Young adult leans against a tree and strums guitar

Editor’s note: Don’t let blindness or low vision steal the joy of engaging and flourishing in a new or longstanding hobby. You will find satisfaction and entertainment while participating, and you’ll reap work-related benefits. The following blog has been updated as of October 2022. Oh, how I wish we were sitting across from each other, […]

High School Clubs Can Improve Your School Experience: A Teen Reflects

Posted on July 27, 2022 - 2:52 pm by Gabby Abeyta

Entering high school can definitely be very nerve-wracking for anyone, including those of us who are blind or low vision. There are a lot of challenges you will face and moments that might be scary. But, trust me—you can improve your high school years. You can join programs and clubs that will make your high […]