Sewing with Confidence: A How-To Guide for Blind and Low Vision Crafters

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Navigating a new or returning hobby can feel challenging after vision loss, but with patience and the right techniques, you can confidently return to needlepoint, quilting, and knitting. This guide empowers you to use your sense of touch and other non-visual cues to create beautiful, rewarding projects.  Getting Started and Organizing Your Workspace  Before you […]

Signing Your Name and Handwriting

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Like many other everyday skills, handwriting belongs in the category of “If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it!” Therefore, to retain the ability to sign your name and use your handwriting to make notes, memory joggers, or grocery lists, it’s essential to keep using your handwriting skills. Many different types of pens, papers, and […]

Reading with Low Vision

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Reading with low vision can feel challenging, but with the right strategies and tools, it can become more enjoyable. In addition to braille, two of the most effective ways to support reading for people with low vision are increasing print size and improving lighting. From choosing large print books and accessible materials to selecting the […]

Personal Care and Hygiene for Blind Adults

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Maintaining personal hygiene is an essential part of health, confidence, and independence, but vision loss can make everyday routines like brushing teeth, trimming nails, and shaving feel challenging. With the right techniques, adaptive tools, and a few practical strategies, people who are blind or low vision can perform these tasks safely, efficiently, and confidently. Brushing […]

Medication Management for Blind & Low Vision: Tips, Tools, and Safety

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Managing medications and eye drops safely is essential for everyone, but it can be especially challenging for individuals who are blind or have low vision. From identifying pills to keeping track of dosages and administering eye drops, small adaptations can make a big difference in independence and safety. This guide brings together practical tips, labeling […]