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Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. We will ask the questions that get to the heart of the matter for you... And have some fun along the way. Our host is Ricky Enger. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317.Have an idea for a show? Contact us at podcast@HadleyHelps.org
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
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.
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
From doctors' offices to taxes, forms and paperwork are just part of everyday life. Filling them out can take more time and patience when you're living with vision loss. In this episode, we're joined by Sam Seavey of The Blind Life as we share tips, tricks, and words of wisdom to make this common headache a little less frustrating.The Blind LifeHadley's Magnifier Series
One of the first things that can become more difficult after you've lost some vision is reading. There are many options and tools that can help, but what's right for you? In this episode, members of the Hadley community share what's worked for them, from magnifiers and large print to audiobooks, braille and various apps.Resources mentioned in this podcast:National Library ServiceHadley Presents Episode on NFB-NEWSLINEHadley's Reading with Vision Loss Workshops
Vision loss looks different for everyone, and each person adjusts in their own unique way. But you don't have to face this journey alone. In this episode, we talk about our new Adjusting and Coping Together video series. Blending real stories from members of the Hadley community with coping strategies many have found helpful, these videos address the emotional toll vision loss can have and offer ways to work through these common challenges.Here's a link to the videos: Adjusting and Coping TogetherAdjusting and Coping Together
Golf is a pretty visual game, but that hasn't stopped some members of the Hadley community from getting out on the course. In this episode, Jan Ober and Judy Messina explain how they've adapted their game as their vision changed. They share practical tips, from marking clubs and choosing the right golf balls, to finding supportive playing partners.Resources mentioned in this podcast:United States Blind Golf Association
Monitoring your health is important, but it can be challenging when you can't clearly see the numbers on a scale, thermometer, blood pressure monitor, or glucose meter. In this episode, Hadley's Ricky Enger and practical help specialist Steve Kelley share low- and high-tech tools, from talking devices and apps to simple tracking strategies, to help you confidently manage your health with vision loss.Resources mentioned in this podcast:Talking Oral Digital ThermometerTalking Body ScaleA&D Talking Blood Pressure MonitorHadley's Managing Diabetes Series
In this episode, we chat with two members of the Hadley community who use a guide dog. How did they decide? And what do they want others to know when considering this furry mobility option?Resources mentioned in this podcast:Hadley's Guide Dog SeriesGuide Dog Users, Inc. (GDUI)
Shopping can be a challenge after vision loss. Even online options can be difficult to navigate. That's why the team at Innosearch AI created their platform. This free service, designed specifically for people facing vision loss, makes it much easier to shop for a wide range of items, whether online or even over the phone.How to Access Innosearch AIInnosearch.ai855-746-7478
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