Let’s Talk Low Vision

20241003 Lets Talk Low Vision- Exploring Avenues to Independence Originally Broadcasted October 3, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Join Christine as we explore many ways of living independently with low vision. Support groups, education, self-advocacy, and self-evaluation are just a few of the pathways to independence.     Resources for this Episode Let’s Talk … Read more

20240905 Lets Talk Low Vision – Audio Description Project Originally Broadcasted September 5, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Our guest is Carl Richardson, co-chair of the ACB Audio Description (AD) Project and one of the most knowledgeable users of AD on television and streaming. Carl will be here to update us and answer your … Read more

20240801 Let’s Talk Low Vision-Retinal Diseases Originally Broadcasted August 1, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Terry and the Let’s Talk Low Vision team welcomes BEN SHABERMAN from the Foundation Fighting Blindness. They will be discussing Retinal diseases and some of the current research that is being conducted and emerging therapies for some of these … Read more

20240606 Lets Talk Low Vision-Indoor and Outdoor Lighting Originally Broadcasted June 6, 2024, on ACB Media 1   This time, we will be discussing indoor and outdoor lighting with specialists Koni Sims and Katie L. Friedman. They will be addressing such things as indoor lighting concerns such as highlighting glare reduction, uniform lighting, warm vs … Read more

20240502 Lets Talk Low Vision-Foundation Fighting Blindness Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Bailey Bostelman east regional field director from the Foundation Fighting Blindness is our speaker for Let’s Talk Low Vision. The Foundation Fighting Blindness offers programs that provide resources in the community, and identify, cultivate, and fundraise for the … Read more

20240404 Lets Talk Low Vision-Solar Eclipse Originally Broadcasted April 4, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Let’s Talk Low Vision – Protecting Your Eyes During the Solar Eclipse This Let’s Talk Low Vision will focus on caring for your eyes during the solar eclipse, types of protective filters needed for your eyes while using appliances. … Read more

20240307 Lets Talk Low Vision-Accessible Pharmacy Originally Broadcasted March 7, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Accessible Pharmacy, Even More Services Now!   How would you like your prescriptions and over-the-counter medications delivered right to your door? What if you are a care giver and need to know the directions for someone else’s prescriptions? And … Read more

20240201 Lets Talk Low Vision-Hull Foundation and Learning Originally Broadcasted February 1, 2024, on ACB Media 1   Our first guests will be Marja Byers and Mary Lee Turner of the Hull Foundation and Learning Center. Among their many services and activities for people who are blind or have low visionare their Sight Loss Seminars. … Read more

20231121 Lets Talk Low Vision-Gifts for the Holiday Season Originally Broadcasted November 21, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Join us for an exciting event, as we bring together experts and professionals to discuss the importance of eye health and provide valuable insights for the holiday season. This event aims to empower individuals with low … Read more

Notes from Let’s Talk Low Vision – November 21, 2023   Speakers Katie L Friedman, LDO – 5 Star Eye Care Denise Russell – Speak to Me Catalogue Debra Erikson – The Blind Kitchen Katie L. Friedman, LDO ** 5 Star Eye Care ** Office: 808-670-7576 Katie@5StarEyeCare.com https://www.5stareyecare.com Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/5-star-eyecare/id6469543306 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actionera.   … Read more