Understanding low vision glasses Low vision glasses are one type of assistive technology intended to help maximize an individual’s remaining eyesight for completing daily tasks. In this post, we’ll review many types of spectacles and devices worn over the eyes, from...
Why Assistive Technology Matters to Me: Tom Pey, CEO, Waymap We had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tom Pey, CEO and Founder of Waymap, about how Waymap technology is changing the way blind and visually impaired people navigate the world. As both a tech industry...
Why consider buying OrCam from AdaptiVision? You have many choices when it comes to online shopping. You want to find the best price at a reputable shop. Shipping speed and cost, data security, and return policies are also important factors. But what about support...
Clark Montgomery on blindness, technology, accessibility, and inclusion Did you know that the first long-playing records (or LPs, as they are known) were not designed for music? Instead, they were used to record talking books for the blind. In the 1930s, the demand...
Understanding low vision magnifiers Generally, there are two broad categories of low vision magnifiers. The first is the optical magnifier, such as a handheld magnifier, that uses a magnifying lens without electronics. The second is a more modern, electronic version...
Be a Part of the Pumpkin Patch Project! It’s October, and you know what that means… Halloween is just around the corner! This season, we are excited to participate in the Pumpkin Patch Project, a community event created by A Child’s Eyes and the Truffles the Kitty...
This month, we interviewed David Jordan for our blog series, “Why AT (Assistive Technology) Matters to Me.” We’ve known David for over twenty years, and we’re so happy to have the opportunity to share his story with you. David shows us how we...
Understanding low vision aids for macular degeneration Low vision aids for macular degeneration are designed for people experiencing vision loss, including loss of central vision due to any type of macular degeneration. These types of aids help the user maximize...
Understanding Low Vision Aids A low vision aid is a device or tool designed to improve the visual performance of a person with low vision. Low vision aids can assist in activities of daily living as well as in the workplace or in academic settings. In this post,...
Eye Catchers 20/20 Interview on Assistive Technology for Low Vision and Blindness with Stu Flom Recently, Stu Flom had the opportunity to sit down with Carol Bortman, host of the Eye Catchers 20/20 television program at Brooksby Village. Carol and Stu discuss the...
