In today’s digital world, technology plays a major role in how we live, work, and connect. For people with vision loss, accessible technology has become a powerful tool that turns challenges into possibilities. From smartphones to talking devices, innovations are opening new doors every day. In this post, we’ll explore […]
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Home Modifications to Support Visual Impairment
Living with a visual impairment presents unique challenges, particularly at home, where safety and independence are essential. Fortunately, there are many home modifications you can make to create an environment that supports vision loss, promotes confidence, and reduces the risk of accidents. Whether you’re adapting a home for yourself, a […]
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What is Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI)?
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cortical visual impairment, you may have many questions. What exactly is CVI? How does it affect vision? And most importantly, how can individuals with this condition be supported to thrive? Unlike common eye problems, cortical visual impairment is not caused by […]
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How to Read with a Visual Disability
Reading opens the door to imagination, learning, and independence. But for people living with a visual disability, traditional print can pose real challenges. Whether you’re fully blind, have low vision, or experience light sensitivity or tunnel vision, reading doesn’t have to be off-limits. Thanks to evolving technology and adaptive techniques, […]
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Helping a Child with Visual Impairment Thrive
Raising a child comes with many joys and challenges—but raising a child with visual impairment thrive doing everyday tasks can feel more complex. Whether the condition is present at birth or develops later, it’s natural to worry about how to support your child’s development. But here’s the good news: with […]
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What Causes Loss of Smell and Taste?
Have you ever taken a bite of your favorite meal and felt… nothing? Or tried to sniff a scented candle and picked up zero aroma? Losing your smell and taste can be a strange and frustrating experience. It affects your enjoyment of food, your safety, and even your emotions. While […]
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Anosmia Support: Ways to Cope and Thrive Without Smell
Imagine waking up and not being able to smell your morning coffee, your favorite flowers, or even smoke from a fire. For people with anosmia, this is daily life. Anosmia is the loss of the sense of smell, and while it may not seem serious at first, it can deeply […]
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Taste Loss After Illness: What You Can Do
Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. But when you experience taste loss after illness, every bite can feel disappointing—or worse, completely flavorless. Whether it’s due to the flu, a sinus infection, COVID-19, or another condition, losing your ability to taste can be alarming and frustrating. Thankfully, this kind of […]
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Foods That Help with Smell Recovery
Losing your sense of smell can be frustrating. It affects how you taste food, enjoy daily life, and even detect danger like smoke or gas leaks. Whether the loss is due to a viral infection (like COVID-19), sinus issues, or nerve damage, there’s one important factor you might overlook—your diet. […]
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How to Adapt Meals for People with Taste Disorders
Eating isn’t just about fueling the body—it’s a full sensory experience. But for individuals living with taste disorders, enjoying food becomes a daily challenge. Whether caused by illness, medication, aging, or neurological issues, taste disorders can take the joy out of mealtimes and even lead to poor nutrition or emotional […]
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