Resources

Independent Living Aids

Products for your Independent lifestyle

    


LS & S

LS&S specializes in products for the blind, visually impaired, deaf, and hard of hearing. Here you will find a great collection of low vision aids, hearing helpers, daily living aids, and information designed to help you or a loved one regain independence. Adjusting to life-altering changes can be difficult, but in the case of vision or hearing loss, LS&S can help you find useful products that will make a difference in your life.

    


MAXIaids

Maxi-Aids, Inc. Products for Independent Living

    


WebRN

Macular Degeneration- Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Hope

    


National Library Service

National Library Service (NLS) is a free braille and talking book library service for people with temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or a physical, perceptual, or reading disability that prevents them from using regular print materials.

    


Choice Magazine Listening

A Talking Magazine - Provided at no cost to visually impaired and physically disabled adults

    


Career Connect

CareerConnect® is an integral part of the APH ConnectCenter, a website that provides curated information and resources to people who are blind or low vision, their families, teachers, counselors, and employers. CareerConnect offers job seekers of all ages and employers a variety of resources to help with the job search and hiring process.

    


All About Vision

Conditions & Diseases - Eye Care - Treatments & Surgery - Eyewear etc.

    


The Vision Council Foundation

Be sure to click on low vision devices: for near, intermediate, and distance tasks.


Clinical Trials

ClinicalTrials.gov is a place to learn about clinical studies from around the world.

    


Enhanced Vision

Enhanced Vision understands the challenges experienced when one is diagnosed with low vision. Whether it is Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Cataracts, Retinitis Pigmentosa or Diabetic Retinopathy we have a low vision solution. Our extensive line of low vision aids and electronic magnifiers have helped thousands of people regain their visual independence by providing the ability to read, write, see loved ones, or enjoy the outdoors. We are able to achieve these extraordinary results by offering the most diverse and reliable line of low vision aids and electronic magnifiers available. To learn which magnifier might be right for you visit our low vision products page.

    


Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes connects blind and low-vision users who want sighted assistance with volunteers and companies anywhere in the world, through live video and artificial intelligence.

    


Macular Degeneration Foundation

Macular Degeneration Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation. It was founded in 1989 by Edmund J. Alex, a Silicon Valley business man who developed age-related macular degeneration in his mid 70’s. Until his death in 2009 at the age of 94, Ed dedicated his life to raising awareness of a disease that was practically unknown. He began raising money for research and published a newsletter called the MAGNIFIER designed to inform and assist others with low vision to cope with the disease.

    


Systems of Site

Systems of Sight has been providing help to those suffering from macular degeneration and other central-vision impairments since 1987. Our low vision eyewear has proven to be an effective alternative to the “traditional” low vision aids such as magnifiers and telescopic devices. We have helped thousands that are visually impaired improve their quality of life and regain independence throughout the years.

    


eSight

eSight is the advanced, innovative digital low-vision device available for people with significant central vision loss. eSight helps people with conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and 20+ different conditions see better and overcome challenges often faced due to low vision and other visual impairments.

    


OCUTECH

Distance vision is an important social sense that allows us to make eye contact, read body language, and feel connected to the world around us. Not being able to recognize people at a distance or see the world around you clearly, can make an individual feel isolated, insecure and sometimes even depressed. Ocutech's bioptic low vision aids can provide a transformative experience that enhances both one's vision and one's life.

    


American Academy of Ophthalmology

The mission of the American Academy of Ophthalmology is to protect sight and empower lives by serving as an advocate for patients and the public, leading ophthalmic education, supporting research and advancing the profession of ophthalmology.

    


American Foundation for the Blind

Since 1921, AFB has been a leader in addressing the most pressing needs of people with visual impairments and their families, breaking down societal barriers, and promoting broad systemic change. Publisher of the Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness for over a century and counting, AFB is also proud to steward the accessible Helen Keller Archive, honoring the legacy of our most famous ambassador. AFB’s mission is to expand pathways to leadership, education, inclusive technology, and career opportunities to create a world of no limits for people who are blind, deafblind, or have low vision.

    


Bright Focus Foundation

Macular Degeneration Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, accelerates groundbreaking research exploring the root causes of and prevention strategies and treatments for macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss.

    


Macular Degeneration Foundation

    


Acoustic Neuroma Association

The Acoustic Neuroma Association is the premier resource to the acoustic neuroma community, informing, educating, and supporting those affected by an acoustic neuroma, also called a vestibular schwannoma.
We fulfill our mission every day through communication, innovation, research, and partnerships throughout the medical community to improve the lives of acoustic neuroma patients and their families.

    


Acoustic Neuroma Patient Archive

Welcome to our informational web site for Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma) patients, dedicated to providing you with information, advice, and stories to help make informed decisions regarding your treatment options and other Acoustic Neuroma management issues.

    


Accuray

Learn more about cyberknife treatment

    


Signia

Learn more about hearing aids