New England Low Vision and Blindness Webinar and Training Series
New England Low Vision and Blindness, in conjunction with our business partners, is pleased to offer the following Low Vision webinars and training
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 new technology proficiency to increase their value with 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!
How to Register: https://nelowvision.com/professional-development-workshop/
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
Please visit https://nelowvision.com/remote-training-services/ to learn more and request information.
Navigate and Manage OneDrive with JAWS
Thursday, March 27 at Noon Eastern Time (U.S. and Canada)
Vispero Presenters: Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan
Do you use OneDrive to store files? Need tips on navigating and accessing your saved content? If so—this webinar is for you! We will provide an overview of OneDrive, and show you how to:
- Navigate using keyboard commands
- Compose and read messages
- Create, open, and delete folders
- Open and move files
- And much more
Register for this webinar on Zoom.
ACVREP Credits: ACVREP credits will be available for those who attend the live webinar.
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Perkins School for the Blind Early Connections Conference
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Location: Perkins School for the Blind (Watertown, MA) and virtually via our conference app
Who Should Attend: Families, educators, and medical professionals who have children in their lives, from birth to age 7, who are blind, deafblind, or low-vision – including those who have multiple complex disabilities.
Calling all families, educators, and professionals supporting children with visual impairments! Perkins School for the Blind is excited to host theEarly Connections Conference, a day filled with expert-led sessions, valuable resources, and opportunities to connect with a supportive community. The conference is in person and virtual, and is a great day for families to engage with others who have children with visual impairments and multiple complex disabilities. Whether you’re navigating an early diagnosis or seeking new insights, this conference empowers you with knowledge, tools, and support to help children with visual impairments thrive.
Register now: Perkins.org/EarlyCC
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 Functional Vision Workshop:
- Dr. Caroline Toomey-Gitto, OD will explain “Functional Vision” and its importance in working with people who are visually impaired https://youtu.be/DDje0vul0VI
- HumanWare Blindness series – includes webinars about the BrailleNote Touch Plus, Brailliant braille displays and Victor Readers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWfRB9hDxLNiQC_dkmreT47gcgLrakMI
- HumanWare Low Vision Series – includes webinars about the explore handheld magnifiers, Connect 12 and Reveal 16 and Reveal 16i smart magnifiers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDWfRB9hDxLOPlOHYaZWaTW13o-NHpXyH
- Freedom Scientific Braille Training: https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/braille/
- Freedom Scientific Training: https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/
- Freedom Scientific Ruby 10: https://www.freedomscientific.com/webinars/a-deep-dive-into-patent-pending-features-of-the-new-ruby-10/
- HumanWare Living with Low Vision Series: Jacki Jones Interview Take Me to School: https://youtu.be/T7k0EWhew0M?list=PL3Dk6ppu1buctiRZetYGNyHZlbULYVmwa
- HumanWareThe Carroll Center for the Blind Remote Instruction: https://carroll.org/ecarroll/
- Vispero Review of COVID-19 Funding and Impact for Assistive Technology Procurement
- Mobile-Accessibility Testing Toolbox
- Prep and Proof Word Documents Using Track Changes and Comments with JAWS
- Prep and Proof Word Documents with the Microsoft Editor and JAWS
- Low Vision Basics – The Importance of Lighting, Eye Protection, and Magnification
- Freedom Scientific Training and Certification
- Perkins School – How educators can support college-bound students who are visually impaired: https://www.perkins.org/resource/best-practices-and-expert-advice-how-educators-can-support-college-bound-students-who-are-visually-impaired/
- Perkins School – Understanding and connecting with the world: https://www.perkins.org/resource/understanding-and-connecting-with-the-world/
- MagniLink TAB and MagniLink Student (MLS): Learn the difference for your student https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU5xRUxu-_8
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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 75+ 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 demonstration 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 with 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.
