In low vision rehabilitation, the goal is to teach the individual with vision loss how to perform daily tasks with reduced visual function. In this video, Dr. Sandra Fox discusses the role of the low vision optometrist, what to expect during the evaluation, and how to get the most out of low vision rehabilitation.

As we get older, our vision diminishes. Simply put, we do not see how we used to see. But there is good news. With low vision rehabilitation there are ways to teach individuals with vision loss how to perform daily tasks with reduced visual function. In this video, Dr. Sandra Fox discusses the role of the low vision optometrist, and what to expect during an evaluation.

Holding reading material further away, squinting, or finding ourselves needing extra lighting: These are all behaviors we exhibit having aging eyes. In this video, Dr. Joseph Zayac provides an overview of ocular anatomy and explains the various conditions that can develop as eyes age.

There are a wide variety of low vision devices that can help people remain as independent as possible after they have been diagnosed with low vision. In this video, Melva Perez Andrews discusses when one might need or use low vision devises, and what kinds of devices are available.

Living with reduced vision can be possible with low-vision adaptions. There are techniques that can be used to make things better, brighter, and bolder; organize and simplify them; and modify environments to help compensate for reduced vision.  

If you need a hearing aid or care for someone who’s been prescribed one, it’s important to know how to choose a hearing aid. After that, with wax and build-up, it’s also important to know how to clean and care for a hearing aid. This 10-minute video by audiologist Jane Watson tells users and caregivers what they need to know about selecting, cleaning, and more. 

When a person begins to lose a part of their vision there are many physical as well as emotional issues they experience. In this video, Dr. Sandra Fox discusses the stages of grief and the emotional aspects of vision loss. In addition, she provides helpful information about what families and caregivers can do to help patients and ease in the vision loss transition and rehabilitation.