Topic Archives: low vision

Bookshare in Depth: Perkins eLearning

Instructor: Karen Narvol, Private Assistive Technology Consultant This professional development workshop is designed to educate participants on how to use Bookshare resources and tools so that teachers can provide timely access to textbooks and print materials in accessible formats for … Continue reading

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Interactive Workshop on Early Orientation and Mobility Skills!

Perkins Professional Develpment is offering a blended workshop for all vision professionals with a focus on spatiotemporal development and children with visual impairments. When: July 31 & August 1 Where: Watertown, MA Early Bird Discount applies if registration received by July … Continue reading

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Vision Technology Fair is June 17th

MassMATCH and Easter Seals in Boston are pleased to announce the upcoming Vision Technology Fair June 17th at Easter Seals Technology Center, Vendors from various low vision companies will be on hand to show their latest devices in the area … Continue reading

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Demonstration of Accessible Prescription Labels for Persons with Visual Impairments

When: Monday, April 7, 2014, 10 a.m.- Noon Where: Non-Profit Center South Street Conference Room, 89 South Street, Boston, MA 02115 Who: Blind, low vision, elderly, low vision advocates and pharmacists are encouraged to attend. What: Find out how accessible … Continue reading

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iDevices for Beginners: iPod Touch, iPad, and iPhone

January 11, Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Easter Seals ATRC – Boston Office 89 South St. Boston, MA 02111 Presenter: Catherine Bly and Kristi Peak-Oliveira, ATRC Coordinators This presentation will touch upon the latest iDevices on the market from … Continue reading

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Learn How Joe Uses Advanced Magnifier Products

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ATIA Education & Webinars

  Don’t miss these informative webinars! Hear from these leaders in their field and use this opportunity to discuss your unique situations.   Webinar Details: Full Abstract: Access to Electronic Information Using Computers for People who are Blind or Visually … Continue reading

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Understanding GPS–William Bielawski, Friends of ATIA newsletter

A look at the strengths and limitations of Global Positioning Systems for pedestrians who are blind or visually impaired A person who was totally blind once told me that she felt safe at home and at her work site, but … Continue reading

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Public Hearing on Bills for Hearing Aids and Large Print Labels

Date: June 28, 2011 Time: 1 PM Room: BI, State House The Joint Committee on Financial Services will hold a public hearing on the following bills: 1. SB429 – An Act providing health care coverage for hearing aids. Sponsored by … Continue reading

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Low Vision? Free MoreKeyboard Offer During February

Assistive Technology Keyboard Giveaway Benefits Those with Vision Disabilities In recognition of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision month, MoreKeyboard is giving away two keyboards each week during the month of February. To qualify, send an email explaining … Continue reading

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