Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 3 – 4 pm EST
Location: Online via Zoom
Speakers: Bryan Wolynski, Shanell Matos & special guest Ashley Miell
Simple low tech solutions can sometimes be the right tool for a task. Whether it’s having the right lighting for reading, using bump dots on a microwave, or using a “Say When” device for pouring a drink, simple things can make daily tasks easier for people who are blind or visually impaired. This webinar will discuss low tech, low cost aids and devices which can easily be integrated into your daily routine. Special guest, Ashley Miell, social media influencer, and mom of three boys, will be sharing practical tips and insights from her own experience with vision loss that you do not want to miss.
Whether you are a tech enthusiast or find technology to complex, selecting a simple tool for the job can be the right answer.
- Explore low tech, low cost aids and devices for activities of daily living and safety.
- Learn about creative ways you make daily routines with vision loss more accessible with tactile or auditory tools .
- Discover additional resources as well as other helpful tips and tricks for home organization, work and more.
About the Moderators
Bryan Wolynski, OD, FAAO, is an Optometrist and the Chief Technology Officer at Lighthouse Guild. He oversees the organization’s technology resources and initiatives and develops strategies to bring the latest technological advancements to people who are blind or visually impaired.
Shanell Matos is an assistive technology consultant and advocate who leverages her personal experience with vision loss to support and empower people who are blind or visually impaired. She shares her insights and perspectives on assistive technology towards advancing its development.
Questions? Do not hesitate to reach out to our Chief Technology Officer Dr. Bryan Wolyinski, at Bryan Wolynski at wolynskib@lighthouseguild.org.
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