Vision & Health Blog

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  Navigating a New School Year: Back-to-School Tips for Children with Vision Loss

  As we prepare for another exciting school year, it's important to ensure a smooth transition for children with vision loss. With some preparation and support, you can make the back-to-school experience positive and empowering for them. Here are some valuable tips to help your child thrive in the upcoming academic year:

  

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  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.

  

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  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.

  

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  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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  Vision Friendly Environments for People with Vision Impairment

  This 13-minute video presentation provides tips for creating an environment that is safe, easy to navigate, and welcoming for people with vision impairment.

  

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  Five Tips for People with Vision Loss from Lighthouse Guild Social Workers

  Social workers are essential in helping people with vision loss manage challenges. From addressing urgent and chronic life issues, to making sure people can get to their appointments, get their medications and access needed medical equipment, social workers are on hand to offer professional guidance and smooth the way. 

  

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  Low Vision Care and Services: Vision Rehabilitation

  This 13-minute video presentation describes vision rehabilitation services and illustrates the impact vision rehabilitation has in the lives of people with vision impairment.  The low vision exam, assistive devices, rehabilitation for daily activities, orientation and mobility instruction, and behavioral health services are discussed.

  

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  Common Vision Terminology

  This 20-minute video presentation defines and discusses common vison-related terms that apply to how we see, how vision is assessed, eye professionals, and a variety of conditions that can affect vision.

  

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  What Should You Know About Low Vision?

  February is Low Vision Awareness Month. According to the National Eye Institute, 3 million Americans ages 40 and older have low vision. It is crucial to understand what low vision is, how to detect it, and how to take steps toward safety and accessibility if you are living with low vision.

  

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  Guide Dogs for People with Vision Impairment

  nute video presentation discusses the role of guide dogs in helping people with vision impairment to safely navigate their environment.