Recreation and Leisure if Blind or Low Vision

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From crafts, woodworking, traveling, and reading to sports and exercise, this section is full of information on the variety of activities people who are blind or low vision can engage in using a few adaptations.

Cards and Games

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)We’ll introduce you to a wide range of card and board games adapted for people who are blind or low vision. These will enable you to continue with your love of leisure time activities.

Person in sugar skull mask and costume for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration

Arts and Culture

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Learn how to continue enjoying the theater, art, music, singing in a choir or chorus, and activities such as international travel when you are blind or low vision.

Entertainment

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Find out how to continue enjoying your favorite television shows. And learn about podcasts and how to access them.

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Reading and Writing

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Tablet computers, like the iPad, Kindle Fire, and Samsung Galaxy, have dramatically changed how we read. For individuals experiencing vision changes, these devices have also increased the overall ease of access to print.

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Arts and Crafts if You are Blind or Low Vision

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Many arts and crafts and woodworking activities can be adapted for people who are blind or have low vision. Learn more about how to enjoy these recreational pursuits.

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Gardening and Yard Work

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Learn about tips for gardening, including raised bed gardening, from experienced gardeners who are blind or low vision.

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Sports

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)People who are blind or low vision compete and participate in every possible sport. Sometimes the rules are modified; sometimes adaptive techniques are used; and other times adaptive equipment may be required. Learn more about your options.

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Exercise if You are Blind or Low Vision

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Find tips for developing and maintaining good balance and strength and advice on exercising safely if you are experiencing pain.