Coping And Managing Blindness

Get Access To Adapted Technology

Adapted or accessible technology is made specifically for individuals with disabilities. It is technology tailored towards individuals who are blind (or who have other disabilities). Some popular and effective types of adapted technology are screen magnifiers, scan and read programs, screen reader programs, and voice recognition programs. All these programs help the user gain access to the computer system conveniently. For instance, when using a voice recognition program, the user's voice is used to access the computer. This is particularly helpful to not only the visually impaired but those with difficulty with mobility in their hands and fingers. Some smartphones are equipped with access technology geared for the blind as well. Apple iPhones offer an operating system that includes a basic finger gesture function that allows the blind to navigate and access many phone and app-related features.

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Consider A Service Animal

The most common type of service animal used for the visually impaired is dogs. Dogs that serve the blind are called guide dogs or eye seeing dogs. Popular kinds of guide dogs include German shepherds, Labradors, and golden retrievers. These type of dogs are gentle, intelligent, and patient, all of which are qualities perfect for aiding the blind.

There are many benefits to getting a service animal, including helping reduce feelings of depression, isolation, stress, and anxiety in visually impaired individuals and giving the owners more confidence to live and enjoy everyday life. Service animals diminish the owner's feelings of uncertainty and dread and help them feel more relaxed. Thus, it ultimately contributes to an enhanced sense of security.

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