Spring is Here! Get Walking

Spring is here and it is time to get outside and enjoy the nice weather so put on your walking shoes. For many who are visually impaired getting outside to stay active can be a daunting task. However, walking and hiking can be a great activity that can be enjoyed if you follow some helpful tips.

First consider meeting with an Orientation and Mobility Specialist who is trained to teach you safe techniques for maneuver your journey. You will want to let them know if you will be walking alone or with friends and family. Here are some other things to consider. Create a routine our route that you can follow consistently to learn the particulars of the route, such as sudden drop-offs, curious pets, brush or protruding branches.

Walk with a friend or family member who will be able to point these things out and let you now if there are unforeseen objects in your path including construction. Ask if your local parks have special paths for bicycles and joggers so that way you'll know what side to walk on. Carry water for hydration and a mobile phone in case of an emergency. Try taking a sensory walk or hike so the focus is on enjoying the environment with your senses instead of focusing on the distance. The other thing you may want to consider is joining a walking club in your area.

This will allow you to get outside and meet some new people and enjoy a healthy activity. So get out there and enjoy this beautiful weather! Please let us know what types of other activities you are doing to stay active. ruth@visiondynamics.com

" I wish I could read but I can't see a thing"

So you want to read but you feel like there is nothing out there that can help you accomplish this because your vision is almost non existent or you are completely blind. Well I am here to tell you that is malarkey. Whatever your vision challenges are you CAN read. We are so excited to introduce NEW scan and read products from ABiSee! Smart Magnifiers that read printed text ALOUD to you. Just sit back and enjoy effortless reading with confidence that you wont miss a word. The Eye-Pal Vision and Eye-Pal Reader are completely redesigned with simple to use buttons an impeccable quality camera that will amaze you with its accuracy, and an easy listening voice that allows you to choose a female or a male. The Vision's reliability, accuracy and ease of use will enable users to overcome challenges of everyday life and create opportunities to enhance their quality of life at work and at home. With the auto-focus zoom able camera you will be able to read pill bottles, recipes and other fine printed materials as well as documents and your favorite books and magazines. Multiple pages will no longer be a problem. Say goodbye to eye strain. The monitor allows an added feature to follow along and is the perfect size for the magnification mode. The Vision also serves as a powerful electronic magnifier to view photos, crossword puzzles, billing statements or packages that come in the mail. You can place just about anything under the camera and even change the contrast with the push of a button. This is a much simpler and hassle free way to read with no training required.

For those blind users or those of you that would like to give your tired CCTV eyes a break let the Eye-Pal Reader take over by reading out loud to you! Instantly scan an entire 8.5 X 11 page without missing any text lines. The Reader does the same thing as the Vision without the magnification mode. Give yourself the gift of reader and contact us with any questions about these wonderful new products. Live better, your worth it. Call today! We look forward to hearing from you. 203-271-1944