Empower: Resources for Blindness and Low Vision 

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If you are new to blindness, low vision, or services.

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Resources For Families

Guidance for family members, caregivers, and allies.

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School, Work, and Transition

Education, employment, and life transitions.

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Educators and practitioners

Professional guidance and instructional resources.

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Learning and Tools

Skills, technology, and practical learning tools.

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Finding Services and Support

Locate services and support including educational, rehabilitation, and community-based resources.

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Blog Posts

  • Celebrate Older Americans and Healthy Vision Month

    Celebrate Older Americans and Healthy Vision Month

    The month of May presents a unique opportunity to focus on healthy aging and eye health, as we celebrate both Older Americans Month and Healthy Vision Month. For older adults, protecting your vision is a key part of maintaining independence, preventing falls, and staying engaged in daily life. The Older American’s month theme is “Champion…

  • Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Appreciation Week Commemorates Anne Sullivan 

    Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Appreciation Week Commemorates Anne Sullivan 

    Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Appreciation Week (#VRTWeek) will be observed April 12–18, 2026. It honors Anne Sullivan’s birthday on April 14, 1866. Sullivan, a pioneer of the vision rehabilitation profession, is best known as Helen Keller’s teacher. Through her teaching, Keller learned communication and life skills. These skills helped her become an international speaker and advocate…

  • How to Volunteer with Vision Loss: Real Stories and Practical Ideas 

    How to Volunteer with Vision Loss: Real Stories and Practical Ideas 

    Editor’s note: April 19-25 is National Volunteer Week. The Points of Light established it 50 years ago. A chance to honor volunteer service arose. It also showed how volunteers can solve complex, large-scale challenges. Volunteers help build stronger communities. They can be a force that transforms the world. Rediscovering Purpose Through Volunteering  For years, giving back…

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