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  • Reading with Vision Loss

    Reading gets difficult when you've lost some vision. We've got tips and tools that can help.

  • Cooking Series

    Continue to prepare your own food, whatever your level of vision. Learn tips to keep cooking safe and enjoyable.

  • Staying Connected Series

    Changing vision can make things like writing notes or dialing the phone more difficult. Learn new ways to approach these everyday tasks.

  • O & M Basics Series

    Learn ways to prevent falls, find things you've dropped, and more confidently navigate unknown spaces.

  • Tips for Guided Walking Series

    No matter how well you get around on your own, there may be times when asking for help just makes sense. Learn tips to make walking with someone’s help more comfortable.

  • Using the White Cane Series

    Is a white cane right for you? Learn the basics to decide.

  • Safety Basics Series

    In an emergency like a fire or natural disaster you need to act fast. Being prepared can make all the difference. Learn the essentials.

  • Guide Dogs Series

    Have you considered getting a guide dog but have some questions first? Learn more.

  • Low Vision Series

    Some basic adjustments can make living with low vision a bit easier.

  • Labels for Everyday Use Series

    When vision changes, it can be harder to find the information and items you need. Discover new ways to label objects you use everyday.

  • Magnifiers Series

    If we need to magnify text to see it, there are many ways to get the job done.

  • Medication Series

    Safely and accurately manage your medications, no matter your level of vision.

  • Managing Diabetes Series

    Manage your diabetes with confidence, no matter your level of vision.

  • CVS Pharmacy Spoken Rx Series

    CVS Pharmacy Spoken Rx reads aloud all the information on your CVS prescriptions.

  • Clothing Series

    Organize your closet and make removing stains and doing laundry easier chores.

  • Cleaning Your House Series

    How can you make sure your house is really clean? Do it yourself using a few common sense techniques.

  • Organizing Your Home Series

    Find things around your home more readily. Learn simple organizing techniques that can make a huge difference.

  • Caring For Your Pets Series

    With a few tips and tricks you can keep your pet happy and healthy no matter your level of vision.

  • Grocery Shopping Series

    Shop at the grocery store with confidence, no matter your level of vision.

  • Dining Out Series

    Whatever your level of vision, you can still enjoy a meal out with friends. Learn tips and tricks to make dining out less stressful.

  • Taking the Stairs Series

    You don't have to stop taking the stairs, even if you can't see them well. Discover tips on how to navigate stairs safely and confidently.

  • Navigating Unfamiliar Places and Spaces Series

    You can safely explore unfamiliar places on your own, no matter your level of vision. Learn how.

  • Makeup Series

    Putting on makeup and feeling confident that you've got it the way you want it is possible no matter your vision. But you may need to tweak your approach a bit.

  • Women's Personal Care Series

    Continue to look and feel your best, no matter your level of vision. Learn tips, tricks, and new techniques for taking care of your hair, nails, etc.

  • Men's Personal Care Series

    Adding just a few steps to your routine can help with personal care, no matter your level of vision. From nail care to shaving, and everything in between, learn tips, tricks, and new things to try.

  • Home Repair Series

    Maintain and repair things in your home, no matter your vision.

  • Babysitting Series

    When vision changes, you may need a new approach to babysitting.
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  • Volunteering After Vision Loss

    Sometimes the best way forward is to lend a hand. Char Cook and Linda Jenkins share how volunteering opened new doors, created lasting friendships, and reminded them that vision loss doesn't change what they have to offer.

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  • Air Travel and Vision Loss

    In this encore episode we're joined by James Ashworth, vice president of customer care at Southwest Airlines, who is also living with macular degeneration. From navigating airports to making the most of airline assistance services, we talk about ways to make air travel with vision loss a little easier.

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  • Affordable Computers for Vision Loss

    Need a computer but worried about cost? Not sure what technology will work best with your vision loss? Marci Duty from Computers for the Blind joins Ricky to discuss affordable computers and iPads, instruction, tech support, and how to find the right setup for your needs.

    Resources mentioned in this podcast:

    Computers for the Blind

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  • Tapping Back into Laughter After Vision Loss

    From awkward encounters to everyday mishaps, humor can help reframe some of the challenges that come with vision loss. Ricky talks with guest John Hewitt about finding the funny moments, laughing at yourself, and using humor as one more tool for navigating life.

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  • Home-Based Tech Tools: What Really Helps When You Have Vision Loss

    There are many tech tools designed for use in your home, but what are they, and are they even worth it? Listen in as Ricky and Steven Scott of Double Tap share which gadgets they use in their homes and why. Learn how some home-based tech tools can make everyday life a little easier.

    Resources mentioned in this podcast:

    Double Tap Podcast

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