The Self-help Resource Center for Vision Loss
Welcome to VisionAWARE, a “Self-Help for Vision Loss” web site that provides free, practical, hands-on information to enhance quality of life and independence for adults with vision loss, their families and friends, and related professionals. Don't let vision loss keep you in the dark. Become AWARE!
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| VISITORS WITH VISION LOSS Quick access to our most popular content for people who are blind or have low vision  |
FAMILY & CAREGIVERS Resources and support for family, friends, and caregivers of people with vision loss |
PROFESSIONALS Tools, educational information, and profiles for health care, social services, and vision rehabilitation professionals |
Home Management Activities and Adaptations for People Who are Blind or Have Low Vision
In this section, you will discover helpful hints and links to adaptive equipment that can help you perform a range of home management and daily living techniques safely and independently, including:
- Using the telephone: Dialing by touch, taking messages, telephone technology and adaptations
- Labeling and marking: Considerations for labeling, materials for labeling household items such as food, clothing, and medication
- Home and kitchen safety: Basic kitchen and knife safety hints, fire prevention and fire safety tips
- Shopping: Shopping hints, store layout, paying for purchases
- Eating Skills: The clock reference system, the locating technique, suggestions for easier eating and pouring
- Cleaning: Hints for cleaning more efficiently and effectively
- Household Organization: Eliminating clutter, kitchen and household organization techniques
And speaking of shopping, be sure to visit our Computers and Technology section to learn more about computer software adaptations to enhance your online shopping experience.
Related Topics
- XYZZYUsing the Telephone and Telephone Adaptations If You are Blind or Have Low Vision