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My Biggest Fear Was Going Blind – and Yours May Be Too

Posted on January 23, 2026 - 12:37 pm by Steve Kelley

Editor’s note: The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is conducting a research study seeking U.S.-based adults 55 and older who are experiencing changes in their vision. The aim of the study is to understand what it’s like for older adults to adjust to vision changes and what services can help them. To support this […]

College Search Tips for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Posted on January 12, 2026 - 3:31 pm by Lori Miller

college students sitting on the ground talking

My own college search as a prospective student who is blind is now in the rearview mirror, but as a parent who is blind, I remain very familiar with today’s college admissions process. My son is now a college student, and supporting him through his college search journey has brought back many memories while also […]

Finding My Hands in the Clay: My Journey Into Pottery

Posted on January 12, 2026 - 3:07 pm by janeflower

Jane with her dog Pilaf in Chrissy Field in front of the Golden Gate Bridge.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to try pottery—specifically throwing on a wheel. There was something about it that called to me in a way other arts and crafts never quite did. So many creative outlets are rooted in sight: color choices, visual precision, stepping back to “see” the work. As someone […]

January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Posted on January 6, 2026 - 2:59 pm by Pris Rogers

NEHEP Graph Encouraging Having a Dilated Eye Exam January is glaucoma awareness month. This month, APH VisionAware is partnering with the National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP) to provide important resources and updated information about glaucoma and other eye conditions. According to NEHEP, glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States […]

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