RDPFS Resources for Partners June 10, 2024

by Janet Weinstein
June 10, 2024

Vision Rehabilitation Week Begins Today: June 10 to 16, 2024

Vision Rehabilitation Week celebrates and commemorates the specialized, life-changing programs and services that increase safety, confidence, and independence for people living with blindness and low vision. Initiated by VisionServe Alliance (VSA), this observance spotlights the importance of vision rehabilitation services, emphasizing their vital role in the continuum of ophthalmic care. Vision rehabilitation is comprised of read more [...]

Proposed Legislation Would Establish the First Federal Program to Address Vision Care and Eye Health for the Nation’s Children: Early Detection of Visual Impairment in Children Act of 2024 (EDVI)

by Amy Gendreau, RDPFS Intern Significant disparities exist in children’s vision and eye health outcomes and access to eye care across the United States. Numerous public health programs support early childhood development, including children’s hearing and oral health, however, “there is currently no established national-level program in the United States that specifically addresses children’s vision and read more [...]

Webinar Tomorrow: Ensuring Equal Access to Financial Education and Benefits Counseling for People with Disabilities

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Olmstead decision of the Supreme Court, a landmark ruling that found the “ segregation of people with disabilities” a form of unlawful discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center will recognize the occasion by hosting a webinar on June 11, read more [...]

Upcoming Virtual Talks on Technology, Summer Reading, and More

During this week and next, Lighthouse Guild is offering the following programs online: On June 13, 2024 from 1 to 2 pm, ET, Ask the TVI: Summer Reading will cover information for parents on how to help their child maintain academic progress and enjoy reading books during vacation time. A suggested book list and tips read more [...]

June is Cataract Awareness Month

Cataract is the leading cause of blindness worldwide and the leading cause of vision loss in the United States. A clouding of the eye’s lens, cataract can occur at any age and can be present at birth, although it is most common among older adults. More than half of people in the U.S. age 80 read more [...]

Happy Father’s Day: Gift and Card Ideas for the Dad Who is Blind or Has Low Vision

by Amy Gendreau, RDPFS Intern Observed around the world at various times of year, the United States will be celebrating Father’s Day on June 16th this year. As we reflect on ways the fathers in our lives have influenced us, this is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation with a few gift ideas, ranging in read more [...]

Recognizing LGBTQ Pride Month: Connecting Individuals Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision with Services and Support

During his monthly address, National Federation of the Blind (NFB) President Mark A. Riccobono spoke about the relevance of LGBTQ Pride Month to the blind and visually impaired (BVI) community. He stated that “In the National Federation of the Blind, where many of our members have intersecting identities, we use this as an opportunity to read more [...]

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