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  • Tech Events

    Accessing Digital and Audio Media Platforms

    Wednesday, August 7, 2024 - Join this in-person group session to hear from individuals who are blind or visually impaired as they share their experiences using accessible devices like the Victor Reader Stream 3 and Hims Sense Player, along with technologies like Amazon Alexa and various smartphone applications or services such as BARD books, to stream and listen to their favorite digital and audio media content.

  • Tech Events

    Tech Workshop: Introduction to Envision AI

    Monday, June 17, 2024 - This workshop will introduce you to Envision AI, a multifunctional application that can be used to read text, shop, describe your surroundings, and more.

  • Laurie’s Story

    Laurie is an 83-year-old licensed psychoanalyst, art historian, and author who loves snorkeling and going to the Opera. She holds a PhD in Art History…

  • Ask the TVI

    Summer Reading

    Thursday, June 13, 2024 - Join us as we discuss the topic of summer reading! Nancy Doyle, TVI will provide information about how parents can help their child maintain academic skills and enjoy the experience of reading books.

  • Ask the TVI

    Staying Active During Summer Months

    Thursday, May 9, 2024 - Join us as we discuss the importance of staying active during the summer months. Nancy Doyle, TVI will provide information about why staying physically active is so important for visually impaired children and suggest some safety tips and activities that families can enjoy together while at home during the summer. 

  • On Tech & Vision Podcast

    Biosensors: The Future of Diagnostic Medicine

    This episode is about how biosensor technology is revolutionizing the field of diagnostic and preventive medicine. Biosensors can take many forms – wearable, implantable, and even ingestible. And they can serve many different functions as well, most notably when it comes to detecting the various pressure levels in our bodies. 

  • Danielle’s Story

    Danielle was born in Texas and then moved to Staten Island, New York with her family when she was five years old. At the age…

  • Blog

    Local Community Connections Can Help You Manage DME Physically and Emotionally

    When your worsening eyesight makes life difficult, leaning on your ‘village’ can make all the difference.

  • Blog

    Your Home and DME: How to Create a Space That Balances Independence and Support

    When blurry or poor eyesight makes daily activities difficult, here’s what to do to stay independent and secure inside your house.

  • Blog

    For People With DME, Online Connections Provide a Sense of Community

    Virtual support can be a helpful way to meet and connect with other people who have DME and share similar experiences.

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