VISION IMPAIRMENT |
IntroductionVision loss usually happens slowly due to increased intra-ocular pressure (glaucoma), leaking blood vessels (macular degeneration, or an accumulation of toxins (diabetes damaging microcirculation). Less often it will happen suddenly such as with a stroke of the retina or brain.
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Recommended websitesEaster Seals (locate funding sources)
Library of Congress (library program of braille) Resource for Blind (info) American Printing House for the Blind (resource) Phone: 502-895-2405 National Federation of the Blind (info) More websitesAssistant Dogs (animals for those with disabilities)
Canine Companions (animals for those with disabilities) Phone: 740-548-4447 Paws (animals for those with disabilities) Delta Society (animals for those with disabilities) Journal of Ophthalmology (info) Richmond Products for Ophthalmology and Optometry (resource) |
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Recommended books1. Touching the Rock – John Hull
2. Planet of the Blind – Stephen Ruusisto 3. Blindness – Jose Saramago |
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Recommended movies1. Scent of a Woman
2. At First Sight |
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