New Visions
New Visions: Help for Adults with Vision Loss
New Visions is a community-based program designed to help you adjust to vision loss. New Visions emphasizes safety and independence. The three-session workshop offers an opportunity to try out helpful products, tips to organize your home, and ideas to enhance your remaining vision. A family member or friend is welcome to attend.
Workshop Topics
Session One: Where Did I Put It?
Labeling and organizing items in the home
Interactive product demonstrations
Ensuring home safety
Session Two: Magnifier Madness
Maximizing remaining vision
Learning about magnifiers
Experimenting with electronic magnification
Session Three: Maintaining Your Lifestyle
Dining with confidence
Communicating with friends and family
Finding local resources
Many other workshops and training opportunities are available through the Guild for the Blind. Please inquire about our "Next Steps" programs. Training is provided by Polly Abbott, Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist. For more information, or to register for this program, please contact Kathy Austin at 312-236-8569 or kathya@guildfortheblind.org.
