Dear Readers: RDPFS has made the difficult decision to cease publishing the Bulletin.
Our last issue will be on December 16th. A labor of love, the weekly Bulletin has been published for nearly five years, since the pandemic. Although publication of the Bulletin is ending, you may still look forward to future RDPFS emails. The Bulletin was made possible through the dedication of Editorial Director and Consultant Janet [...]
Navigation with Vision Loss, Part Two: Indoor Navigation Apps
by Daniel Parker, RDPFS Contributor: This part of the navigation series focuses on apps designed to aid with indoor navigation. In some ways, this field is still in its infancy, due to the unreliability of smartphone location data within buildings. Both mainstream options and apps specifically developed for the blind are available. The key for [...]
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Navigation with Vision Loss, Part Three: Transportation Apps
by Daniel Parker, RDPFS Contributor: Most apps for public transport as well as rideshare and taxi services are not specifically designed for those with vision impairments, but can be useful.As in other forms of navigation, Apple Maps and Google Maps offer directions to destinations on public transport. The potential drawback is that their interface and [...]
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Tomorrow, December 10, 2024: Virtual Seminar – Explore Careers in Vision Studies/Rehabilitation
“Have you ever thought about turning your passion for making a difference into a rewarding career?” On December 10, 2024 from 3:05 to 4 pm ET, the Carroll Alumni and Families program is hosting a virtual session to explore the professional disciplines available in the field of vision studies. Attendees will learn about specific career [...]
Upcoming Virtual Talks and Webinars: Technology, Online Security, Holiday Activities, and More
From Lighthouse Guild: Tomorrow, December 10, 2024 at 3 pm ET, 2024 in Review: Assistive Technology Innovations, Web Accessibility and Reddit /r/Blind, a webinar, will review recent developments in assistive technology for people who are blind or have low vision, highlighting the growth and impact of AI-powered tools and wearables. The guest speaker will be [...]
Podcast Features Tips for Managing Holiday Events with Vision Loss
The latest episode of the “Hadley Presents: A Conversation with the Experts” podcast highlights practical ideas for confidently navigating the social gatherings and faith-based services that surround the holidays. In an episode titled “Managing the Holidays with Vision Loss,” guests who are blind or have low vision join host Ricky Enger to discuss tips that [...]
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Holiday Gift and Activity Ideas for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
With the holiday season getting into full gear, a number of resources are available for accessible shopping, gift giving, cards, activities, and more. Following are a few examples: From APH Connect Center: Gift-Giving Guidance and Suggested Offerings When selecting presents for people who are blind or have low vision, gift givers can choose those that [...]
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2024 Audio Description Awards Gala Recipients Announced
The American Council of the Blind (ACB) has announced the individuals and organizations honored at the 2024 Audio Description Awards Gala, held on November 14. This event recognizes “achievement in audio description in entertainment and educational media.” The Gala featured film clips, celebrity guests, and a variety of award categories and was broadcast with audio [...]
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