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Accessible Creations at Louisville Maker Faire
The Louisville Maker Faire is an opportunity for local creatives to learn, present, and be a part of innovation in the community. Local organizations will set up booths with new products, activities, and resources to learn about new work happening across fields....
Long-term, low-dose antiviral treatment benefits patients with eye disease and pain from shingles
New research suggests long-term, low-dose antiviral treatment reduces the risk for potentially vision-damaging bouts of shingles-related eye inflammation, infection, and pain. Read post New research suggests long-term, low-dose antiviral treatment reduces the risk...
Redefining Mobility: William Wiener Unveils the Innovations in the Fourth Edition of Foundations of Orientation and Mobility
The field of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is one that continuously evolves, driven by advancements in technology and a deeper understanding of the needs of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Foundations of Orientation and Mobility, 4th ed. is a...
Woven Together
Construction on the new building for the Dot Experience progresses every day, but the education team isn’t waiting on the grand opening to “change perspectives about blindness or low vision and encourage people to act in their own ways to make the world more welcoming...
Wellness Wednesday: Affirmations – Positive Fuel for the Tank
In Episode 44 of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, dive into the world of affirmations and how they can reshape negative mindsets. They explore the importance of authenticity, setting realistic goals, and pairing affirmations with...
‘Visual clutter’ alters information flow in the brain
Too much stuff in the periphery of our vision can make it difficult to identify what we’re seeing. Yale researchers now know how that clutter affects the brain. Read post Too much stuff in the periphery of our vision can make it difficult to identify what we’re...
Achieving Academic Success with the Monarch
With the proper tools and support, students who are blind or have low vision can achieve academic success with the...
Middle and high school math teachers at schools of the blind survey
Math is a hot topic! If you are a math teacher at a school for the blind, please share your experiences! The post...
Atiqa’s journey: from shyness to learning with Perkins
Explore Atiqa's empowering educational journey. Find out how she became a fast learner through the guidance of...
The Dot Experience Cast: Sugandha Gupta
Artist, designer, educator, and disability advocate Sugandha Gupta is incredibly passionate about what she does. Join...
Live audio described performances for the 2024-25 season: October 2024-August 2025
Check out these audio described live theatrical performances in and around Boston, from October 2024 through August...
How writer Mia Carella teaches inclusion and raises a CVI advocate
Writer Mia Carella prioritizes inclusion and self-advocacy when it comes to raising her daughter, Evalyn, who has CVI....
Science News
All-in-one AAV-mediated Nrl gene inactivation rescues retinal degeneration in Pde6a mice
JCI Insight. 2024 Nov 5:e178159. doi: 10.1172/jci.insight.178159. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTRetinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a complex group of inherited retinal diseases characterized by progressive death of photoreceptor cells and eventual blindness. Pde6a, which...
Lipopeptide-mediated Cas9 RNP delivery: A promising broad therapeutic strategy for safely removing deep-intronic variants in ABCA4
Mol Ther Nucleic Acids. 2024 Sep 26;35(4):102345. doi: 10.1016/j.omtn.2024.102345. eCollection 2024 Dec 10.ABSTRACTDeep-intronic (DI) variants represent approximately 10%-12% of disease-causing genetic defects in ABCA4-associated Stargardt disease (STGD1). Although...
A dataset of color fundus images for the detection and classification of eye diseases
Data Brief. 2024 Oct 4;57:110979. doi: 10.1016/j.dib.2024.110979. eCollection 2024 Dec.ABSTRACTThe retina is a critical component of the eye responsible for capturing visual information, making the importance of retinal health for clear vision. Various eye diseases,...
#ShareYourVision | Colin Danna
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zEaTmqcwiI #ShareYourVision with Colin Danna, the Foundation’s Arizona chapter...
#ShareYourVision | Tim Smith
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wukbydk1J8Y #ShareYourVision with Tim Smith, the Foundation’s Cincinnati/Northern...
Share Your Vision Story | Harley Lorenz (XLRS)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1rtVGiFuvU Harley is sharing his vision story after being diagnosed with X-linked...
A comparative study of choroidal structural features in eyes with central macular atrophy related to Stargardt disease and non-exudative age-related macular degeneration
Indian J Ophthalmol. 2024 Nov 1;72(Suppl 5):S887-S892. doi: 10.4103/IJO.IJO_1005_24. Epub 2024 Oct 25.ABSTRACTPURPOSE:...
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The Good Hands People Give Back
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Honoring his Brother’s Life, and the Organization that was a Big Part of it
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The Forsythe Entrepreneurial Center Helps People Help Themselves
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Wellness Wednesday: Real Talk on Sleep: Personal Routines and Experiences
In Episode 41 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, share their personal...
Honoring a Lifetime of Extraordinary Vision
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The Many Ways of Giving
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Decades of Generosity Add Up
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Help Capture a $50,000 Collective Matching Donation for #GivingTuesday Dec. 3
11/19/2024 – Just 2 weeks away… Help us capture a $50,000 collective matching donation in this year’s #GivingTuesday and help to raise more than $200,000 during this global day of giving. Once again, Vermont Adaptive is participating in the nationally recognized...
NIH-led scientific team defines elements of brain-based visual impairment in children
Experts convened by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have identified five elements of a brain-based condition that has emerged as a leading cause of vision impairment starting in childhood in the United States and other industrialized nations. Read post ...
Focus on Fellows: Celebrating NEI’s Research Trainees
The National Eye Institute (NEI) hosted its annual Focus on Fellows retreat on October 17-18, 2024, bringing together NEI trainees—graduate students, postbac fellows, and postdoctoral researchers—to enhance collaboration and foster career growth. Read post The...
Custom solutions for student success
With every design, the Assistive Device Center at Perkins supports our students' abilities to learn and play. The post...
A groundbreaking new tool to confront CVI
The Perkins CVI Protocol is a pivotal tool in our mission to confront the leading cause of childhood blindness. The...
Connect the Dots Event Inspires Inclusivity and Accessibility
On Saturday, November 2nd the Louisville Free Public Library hosted STEAM Day, an event filled with family fun...
Train of Thought | Dogs of Destiny
After 32 years in the Marines, John Tempone carried the crushing weight of trauma—especially survivor’s guilt from...
Guide Dog News
Volunteer Story: Chris Norwood
Chris Norwood was inspired to become involved with Fidelco while at a work event where Paralympic athlete and Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Brad Snyder was the guest speaker. “To see firsthand the bond Brad had with his Fidelco guide dog and the impact the dog had on...
Lions Club Partnership Continues to Flourish
The special partnership between Fidelco and Lions Clubs throughout Connecticut and New England in service to individuals who are blind continued to flourish in 2023-2024. More than $80,000 was donated and many collaborative events were held.Support from the...
Fidelco’s Veterinary Medical Department Welcomes Dr. Arnold Goldman
As part of an ongoing commitment to provide the highest quality veterinary care to our German Shepherd Dog colony, Fidelco hired Dr. Arnold Goldman in December of 2023 as our consulting veterinarian.Dr. Goldman is the founder and owner of Canton Animal Hospital in...
Happy Halloween! 🎃 🦄
Early socialization is key for our puppies, and Halloween brings some whimsical encounters—like a pink unicorn...
Furry Frights 🎃 🍬 👻
Trick or Treat! 🎃 Our pups are dressed to impress and bringing all the Halloween charm. Get ready for some spooky...
Illuminations 2025
Dining in the Dark Experience Join us for an Immersive Experience Get ready to embark on a unique, interactive journey...
Adorable adventures at Bass Pro Shop 🎣 🌳
Our service dogs in training hit Bass Pro for a day of fun and learning! These pups got a taste of the great outdoors,...
Sports News
IBSA calls for nominees for Sport Committee Chairs
The International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) is pleased to announce the call for nominees for Sport Committee Chairs of Goalball, Judo, Football, Chess, Ninepin Bowling, Powerlifting, Showdown, Tenpin Bowling, and Torball. IBSA Members are asked to recommend...
Vermont Adaptive Joins Leading Organizations to Enhance Trail Accessibility
Vermont Adaptive is excited to announce its one of six organizations launching a new initiative to enhance trail accessibility in Vermont. The Vermont Trails and Greenways Council (VTGC) along with Vermont Adaptive and four other partner organizations will launch the...
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable Discussion
Outdoor Recreation Leaders Chat About Economic Impact and Vermont Tourism Thank you to Senator Peter Welch and your staff for including us on Friday in a very critical discussion about the importance of outdoor recreation and tourism to Vermont’s economy. Vermont...
Paris 2024: Never Seen Before!
Written by Nicolas Messner on 06. Sep 2024 Photographs by Nicolas Messner, Emanuele Di Feliciantonio During the...
Paris 2024: One Team, One Sport
Written by Nicolas Messner on 06. Sep 2024 / Photographs by Emanuele Di Feliciantonio Dr Lisa Allan is the IJF...
Results Day 1 – Five Gold Medals, Five Countries
Written by Nicolas Messner on 05. Sep 2024 / Photographs by Emanuele Di Feliciantonio The first five categories of...
Role Models Help to Change Society
Written by Nicolas Messner on 05. Sep 2024 / Photographs by Emanuele Di Feliciantonio There were many personalities...
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Annual Meeting 2024 Wrap Up
This October, APH Ex Officio Trustees (EOTs), EOT Census Assistants, Online Ordering Assistants, TVIs, and many other professionals from across the field traveled to Louisville, Kentucky for our 156th Annual Meeting. Attendees enjoyed informative sessions while...
Elevating the User Experience: Support for Monarch Users
The Monarch is making its way across the U.S. As it lands in the hands of students nationwide, the APH Customer Experience team is ready to help users make the most out of this robust new resource. The Monarch is the first APH product to
Orientation, Mobility, and Innovation: Connect the Dots to The Dot Experience
In our fast-paced world, everyone needs the ability to move freely and confidently. At APH, we’re dedicated to ensuring that independence is easily accessible for people who are blind or low vision. That’s why at our recent Connect the Dots event, held on September...
Making the Visual World Tactile with the Wing It App for Monarch
Someone with typical vision can easily view pictures on their phone or computer. Students who are blind or low vision...
Give for Good Provides Glimpse into The Dot Experience
Since 1858, APH has called Louisville, KY home, growing alongside the community we proudly serve. Though much of our...
Honoring Our Influencers: From Goalball to Life Goals
As The Dot Experience continues to develop, the Influencer Campaign has provided individuals with the opportunity to...
“Sacred Soil: The Piney Woods School Story” Keeps Legacy Alive
A new Hulu documentary, “Sacred Soil: The Piney Woods School Story,” highlights the Piney Woods Country Life School...
Education News
The Blind Children’s Center Embraces Delta Gamma’s Do Good Week with a Focus on Learning
As October approaches, the Blind Children’s Center (BCC) eagerly anticipates Delta Gamma’s eleventh annual Do Good Week, October 9 to 16. This week-long event, rooted in the Fraternity’s long-standing commitment to Service for Sight, holds special significance for...
Advocating for Inclusivity and Empowerment During World Blindness Awareness Month
As October begins, World Blindness Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the challenges faced by the blind and visually impaired community, raises awareness and promotes an understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with visual impairments. “At Blind...
Celebrating Head Start Awareness Month With The Blind Children’s Center
Every year, thousands of children begin their educational journey with the support of Head Start programs. As September comes to a close, Blind Children’s Center (BCC) looks forward to October, recognized nationwide as Head Start Awareness Month—a time to honor the...
Blind Barbie Travels to Perkins!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeVlmkb3Fa4 We couldn’t resist inviting the new Blind Barbie to Perkins’ campus....
Beyond Policies: Advancing Inclusive Early Childhood in Brazil
In Brazil, 91% of children with disabilities are enrolled in schools; however, many teachers lack the proper knowledge...
Accessible voting in Massachusetts
All registered Massachusetts residents can prepare for the upcoming general election by becoming informed and taking...
Think you know the real Helen Keller?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvPP2WPwLVs A lot of Helen Keller #LessonPlans are the same: they begin and end with...