Education
The Significance of Regular Eye Check-ups for the Visually Impaired: Ensuring Optimal Vision Health
Regular eye check-ups are a fundamental component of healthcare, especially for those experiencing visual impairment. For individuals with visual challenges, these appointments are more than just routine—they are an essential part of maintaining and enhancing their remaining vision. As vision loss can often be a progressive condition, early detection, and consistent monitoring are key to…
Read MorePrioritizing Eye Health: Practical Advice for Managing Low Vision
Maintaining eye health is essential for ensuring a high quality of life, particularly for individuals managing low vision. Vision loss can deeply impact one’s sense of independence, but with awareness and proper management, people living with low vision can lead fulfilling lives. March, observed as Eye Care Awareness Month, serves as a vital reminder for…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Importance of Comprehensive Eye Exams: Essential for Eye Health Maintenance
Our vision is a crucial part of daily life, and maintaining eye health should be a priority for everyone. Regular eye exams are an essential step in preserving your sight and detecting any issues early on. During March Eye Care Awareness Month, we emphasize the significance of comprehensive eye exams, which are much more than…
Read MoreSafeguarding Vision: The Critical Importance of Eye Safety in the Workplace
Ensuring the safety of one’s vision in the workplace is not only a matter of personal health but also an organizational imperative. At New England Low Vision and Blindness, we understand the significance of protecting employees’ eyesight. As a leading provider of assistive technology and training for those with visual impairments, we recognize March as…
Read MoreSmarter Balanced Assessment Testing
The Smarter Balanced Assessment testing is just around the corner. Are you prepared to support students who require a braille accommodation? In a testing situation, a test administrator and a student will use a secure browser environment that supports both automatic and on-demand requests for embossing. If you are not we are here to help!…
Read MoreMichelle Perkins Recommends this Talkback Guide
Michelle Perkins, Senior Assistive Technology Specialist & Trainer at New England Low Vision and Blindness recommends this quick reference guide when teaching the Android in an Apple world. Michelle suggests that if you are teaching someone who is visually impaired and or using TalkBack, this young lady has some very informative YouTube Videos. Live Accessible. …
Read MoreNew England Low Vision and Blindness and the Carroll Center for the Blind joined forces for donation
New England Low Vision and Blindness and the Carroll Center for the Blind joined forces with ndrew Doumith of ACT Antigua to share life-changing technology with visually impaired students in primary and secondary schools at the T.N. Kirnon Primary School’s Unit for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This school is located in Andrew’s home country…
Read MoreScott Krug helps kids in the Pittsfield Public School
Scott Krug, President, New England Low Vision and Blindness recently presented select low vision technology to the students and teachers of the visually impaired at Pittsfield Public School. Some of these systems included: Transformer HD with WiFi + OCR MagniLink Zip Premium Full HD 1080p, 13” Monitor w/Battery “Thank you for coming out today and spending…
Read MoreCareer Launch @ Perkins
The transition to young adulthood can be challenging for everyone – there are higher expectations, more independence and lots of social and emotional changes to adjust to. And the stakes are even higher if you are blind or visually impaired. That’s why Perkins School for the Blind has developed programs dedicated to supporting young adults…
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators – 2019
This article has been updated: See what’s New! Click the link below to see the latest in low vision aids and technology. Read the newest Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators Additional Years: 2020 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators 2018 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and…
Read MoreScott Krug presents the latest technology to the Pittsfield Public School
Scott Krug, President, New England Low Vision and Blindness recently presented the latest low vision technology to the students and teachers of the visually impaired at Pittsfield Public School. “Thank you for coming out today and spending so much time with my students. They were all excellent and appreciated all you showed them.” said Lynn Shortis,…
Read MoreTop Products for Improving Braille Access and Literacy
Are your students accessing braille from their iPads, iPhones, tablets, and computers? Here Are Our Top Products for Improving Braille Access and Literacy: 1. Focus 14 Ultra – Portable Braille Display 2. ElBraille14 with Focus 14 — Portable Braille Computer 3. Focus 40 Blue 4. Focus 80 Blue 5. Brailliant BI 80 +++ +++ …
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