Assistive Technology Experts
New England Low Vision and Blindness Webinar and Events
New England Low Vision and Blindness, in conjunction with our business partners, is pleased to offer the following Low Vision webinars and training.
Upcoming Webinars
- Conduct In-depth Research and Solve Complex Problems Using AI
- When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern time (U.S. and Canada)
- What You Will Learn: Discover how AI can help you research topics, compare options, and solve everyday problems with JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion. This session will show you how to ask better questions, evaluate AI responses, and use AI to support decisions at work and at home.
- ACVREP Credits: ACVREP credits will be available for those who attend the live webinar.
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- Implementing AI Supports to Redefine Low Vision Workflows
- When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern time (U.S. and Canada)
- What You Will Learn: This session shows how AI is changing low vision workflows, moving beyond the old choice of magnification or capture and OCR to faster hybrid approaches that reduce effort and fatigue. You’ll learn when to use magnification, AI, OCR, or a mix of these to get the best result for different tasks. It also covers simple ways to use AI for quicker understanding, better decisions, and safe use in school, rehab, and work settings.
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- Use AI Features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion to Better Understand and Navigate Digital Content
- When: Thursday, June 4, 2026, 12:00 pm Eastern time (U.S. and Canada)
- What Will You Learn: Learn how the built-in AI features in JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion can help you work more efficiently and independently. This session will highlight practical tools that provide insight into your digital environment, enhance navigation, and make it easier to understand and interact with content across applications and on web pages.
- ACVREP Credits: ACVREP credits will be available for those who attend the live webinar.
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Upcoming Events
- Waterbury Eye Health Fair
- When: Tuesday, April 24, 2026, 10 am - 1 pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Where: Waterbury Senior Center, 1985 E. Main Street, Waterbury, CT
- Why You Should Attend: Join UR Community Cares and Waterbury Senior Center for a blind and low vision health fair. Must register, please call 203-574-6746 to sign up to attend. Come and enjoy:
- Giveaways
- Senior & Disability Resources
- Technology Training
- Refreshments
- New England Vision Connection
- When: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10 am - 12 pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Where: Viridian Therapeutics offices, 221 Crescent St, Suite 103A, Waltham, MA 02453
- Why You Should Attend: Join us for an insightful morning dedicated to eye health and community. The New England Chapter invites you to our upcoming Spring Vision Connection event. Whether you are seeking new medical insights or looking to connect with others in the vision health community, this session offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of the region’s leading experts.
- Featured Speaker: Dr. John Mandeville, Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston
- Featured Topic: Understanding Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)
- Thyroid Eye Disease can be a complex and life-altering condition. Dr. Mandeville will lead an in-depth discussion on the latest advancements in TED treatment, including emerging medical therapies and surgical options to improve both function and appearance
- Walk For Sight
- When: Saturday, May 16th 2026, Check in: 9 am, Event Starts: 10 am Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Where: In front of the State House – Downtown Concord, NH
- Why You Should Attend: The 2026 Walk For Sight consists of a 1-mile loop through Downtown Concord, starting and ending at the NH State House. We’ll also have a DJ, exciting raffles, the Guiding Eyes puppy kissing booth, and fun photo opportunities!
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- Carroll Center for the Blind: 14th annual Walk for Independence
- When: Saturday, May 30, 2026, 9 am - 12 pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Where: Mt. Ida Campus of UMass Amherst, 100 Carlson Avenue, Newton, MA 02459
- Why You Should Attend: The 14th Annual Walk for Independence is happening Saturday, May 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst (100 Carlson Avenue, Newton, MA)!This free event invites you to walk to raise funds for vision loss and celebrate our community coming together to improve the lives of people with vision loss. Attendees will complete a 1, 2, or 3-mile walk around the Mount Ida campus, followed by activities for all ages!
Event Timeline:
- Registration: 9:00 a.m.
- Walk Kick-Off: 10:00 a.m.
- Post-Walk BBQ & Activities: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Event Highlights:
- Free BBQ & Popcorn
- Accessible Activities
- Assistive Technology Demonstrations
- Event Emcee: Sam Seavey, founder of The Blind Life
- And more! - <Click Here to Register>
Professional Development
When: We will work to accommodate your schedule
What You Will Learn: New England Low Vision and Blindness is pleased to invite you to consider the value of investing a Portion of Your Budget in Professional Development for your staff. In this Workshop, you will have the opportunity to:
- Provide staff with new technology proficiency to increase their value to their clients.
- Customize technology experience relevant to your staff.
- Experience hands-on with all the leading technology, including low vision glasses.
- Understand educator and vocational systems.
- Understand how to navigate and organize all the low vision and blindness technology.
- Learn about built-in accessibility features and key tips of existing mainstream technology.
- Learn cutting-edge tips on when to implement assistive technology or built-in accessibility options.
- Learn how the leading technology and training help maximize functional vision.
- Learn about the leading software and when to consider.
- And much more!
Remote Training Services
Learn the Latest Tech Skills from the Comfort of Your Home! Our Remote Training Services provide training nationally for all of your technical needs.
Our Remote Training Packages
Our remote training services are designed to assist individuals with visual impairments in learning and mastering computer and other digital skills from the comfort of their own home.
The experienced Assistive Technology professionals at New England Low Vision and Blindness use a variety of tools and techniques, including screen sharing, text-to-speech software, and other assistive technologies to deliver interactive and engaging training sessions.
Our comprehensive training programs are delivered through remote sessions, available in hourly increments customized for the client's individual needs. Each training session is delivered by an experienced Assistive Technology professional to ensure the highest quality of instruction.
Highlighted Packages Include:
- Vision Technology Training
- Windows Training
- Mac OS Training
- Smartphones & Tablets Training
- Apps Training
Past Webinars and Training
For those of you who may have missed past training, you can find the following links:
- New England Low Vision and Blindness:
- Dr. Caroline Toomey-Gitto, OD explains "Functional Vision” and its importance in working with people who are visually impaired https://youtu.be/DDje0vul0VI
- HumanWare:
- Freedom Scientific:
- Vispero:
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About New England Low Vision and Blindness
New England Low Vision and Blindness uniquely brings hope through technology, training, and care. We are a full-service assistive technology rehabilitation training provider. We offer nearly 100% of all major electronic low vision, blindness, and software products, and an assistive technology showroom center.
We provide ‘patient choice’ showcasing numerous technology options from the world's most respected suppliers, all in line with one's individualized budgetary limits and personal, educational, or professional goals. We also provide custom training solutions and troubleshooting support.
Widely known, tested, and trusted throughout New England, our team brings 100+ years of low vision experience. Our talent, technology, and training offerings are unmatched and highly respected. We are an extremely unique and extraordinary resource for anyone suffering from vision loss in New England. We are here to help.
Through our free demonstrations - either at our conveniently located assistive technology showroom or in their home, office, or school - clients experience a relaxed 2-hour free personal assessment of almost 100% of all low vision and blindness technologies available on the market.
To learn more about how we Bring Hope to people who are blind or have low vision, contact a Technology Specialist at New England Low Vision and Blindness please call our toll-free number at 888-211-6933 or email us at info@nelowvision.com.