Our interview with Jaclyn Pope on vision loss, accessibility, and assistive technology Jaclyn Pope awoke one morning with huge dark floaters in her eye. She blinked a few times, hoping they would disappear. Unfortunately, the visual disturbance persisted. She went to...
Photographer and author Aylette Jenness uses assistive technology to connect, pursue her interests and enjoy the beauty of her surroundings This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing award-winning author and photographer Aylette Jenness. At 87 years old, Aylette...
Get your questions answered about glasses for macular degeneration Are you considering whether to invest in smart glasses for macular degeneration? In this post we will answer 5 important questions about this technology. If you have other questions we haven’t...
Definition of Blindness What does legally blind mean? The term “legally blind” originated as a means of determining who is eligible for certain government benefits. Most people who are legally blind still have some remaining vision. Legal blindness...
Back in 2008, veteran Steve Baskis was hit by an explosion while driving an armored vehicle in Baghdad. Shrapnel cut through his optic nerves, blinding him. Yet, he was undettered. Since the injury, he has become an outdoor enthusiast, honing his skills at mountain...
The CARES Act What’s the link between the CARES Act and adaptive technology? To understand the implications, let’s first take a look at the numbers. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which passed in late March, earmarks...