Programs and Services - New Visions
NEW VISIONS
Course Schedule
Session One: Where Did I Put It?
Low vision and blindness terminology explained
Reducing time and frustration with labeling and organizing techniques
Adapted devices to keep track of time, dates, money, notes to self, etc.
Hands-on product demonstrations
Session Two: Staying Informed and Entertained ·
Reading the newspaper
Dining with confidence
Resources available for descriptive entertainment
Adaptations for crafts and other pastimes
Session Three: Magnifiers and More
Techniques to maximize remaining vision
Magnification products (CCTVs and hand-held devices)
Hands-on product demonstrations
Session Four: Making Life More Livable
Discussion of emotional and practical implications of vision loss
Helping others to help you: Sighted Guide and self-advocacy
Support groups: a link to others and the community
The Six “S's" for Living Independently
Other Information and Resources
The Leading Causes of Blindness and Low Vision
Understanding What All the Numbers Mean
The Different Disciplines In the Eye Care Field
The Guild for the Blind's Consumer Product Center
Resources for Daily Living Low Vision Products
Programs & Services - For Those With New Vision Loss - Low Vision Devices & Tools for Daily Living - Guild Briefs - Scholarships - Passionate Focus Art Exhibit - Program Partners - Donor Opportunities - Calendar of Events