Daily Living Skills

Explore essential daily living skills with comprehensive guides designed to empower individuals who are blind and visually impaired to live independently and confidently. Our resources cover a wide range of practical topics from basic home maintenance, such as cleaning and cooking, to crucial life management skills including money handling and medication management. Dive into specialized content like effective communication using assistive devices, tips for clothing care and maintenance, innovative reading and writing techniques tailored for visual impairment, and strategies to make shopping a smoother experience. Whether you’re learning new skills or refining existing ones, our articles provide valuable insights and techniques to enhance your daily life.

Skincare and Makeup for Blind Individuals

Caring for your skin and applying makeup can be empowering ways to express yourself and boost confidence. With clear techniques, tactile strategies, and adaptive tools, people who are blind or low vision can enjoy a beauty routine safely, independently, and with precision. Cleansing and Moisturizing Applying Foundation Be sure to clean your hands and fingertips […]

Labeling Clothing, Laundering, Housecleaning When Blind or Low Vision

Navigating laundry, clothing organization, and housecleaning tasks can be challenging for individuals who are blind or low vision. However, these everyday chores become manageable with the right strategies and tools. This article provides practical tips and suggestions to help you simplify these tasks, from labeling clothing and organizing your closet to efficiently washing laundry and […]

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Eating and Pouring with Confidence: Tips for Blind and Low Vision Individuals

Mealtimes can feel tricky when vision changes, but eating and pouring don’t have to be stressful. With a few practical strategies, blind and low vision individuals can gain confidence and independence at the table—whether at home or in a restaurant. From using the clock system to organize food on your plate, to tips for cutting, […]

Banking, Managing Finances and Credit Cards When Blind or Low Vision

Using tools, strategies, and support, it’s entirely possible to manage your finances independently. This page provides information on accessible banking services, managing money, and using credit and debit cards. Building a Strong Banking Relationship Establishing a positive relationship with your bank is essential for utilizing the services and support you need. What Accessible Services Are […]

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Navigating the Tax Filing Process with Blindness or Low Vision

Filing taxes can be a complex process for anyone. However, for individuals who are blind or have low vision, it may seem particularly daunting. Fortunately, numerous resources and strategies are available to help make tax season more manageable. Understanding Basics First and foremost, it’s important to understand the basics of the US tax filing process. […]

Reading with Low Vision

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 […]

All About Braille

Braille is a tactile reading system invented in France in the mid-1800s and named for its inventor, Louis Braille. Braille enables children who cannot read print to become literate and helps adults who lose the ability to read due to blindness or low vision to continue enjoying books, newspapers, and magazines. The braille alphabet is […]

Signing Your Name and Handwriting

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 […]

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Shopping if Blind or Low Vision

Your shopping methods will likely vary according to your mobility and travel skills, general health, and merchandise preferences. Here are some hints, tips, and techniques that can help make shopping more relaxed and enjoyable: General Shopping Hints Grocery Shopping The following tips are usually helpful in most food shopping locations: Shopping for Clothing If you’ve […]

Cooking Techniques for Blind and Low Vision Individuals

Cooking can be enjoyable and empowering, and vision loss does not have to stand in the way of preparing delicious meals. By combining adaptive tools, thoughtful organization, and practical techniques, you can safely and confidently navigate your kitchen. This article brings together safe cooking strategies and specific tips for using flat-top stoves, which are common […]