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Low Vision

Mrs. Ruiz. Low Vision. Tips for a Low Vision Friendly Home. Maximize amount of remaining vision by increasing contrast Magnification Increase illumination White walls/Dark doors Organization Grouping Labeling Raised paint High-markers Rubber bands Folding money. Room Lighting.

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Low Vision

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  1. Mrs. Ruiz Low Vision

  2. Tips for a Low Vision Friendly Home

  3. Maximize amount of remaining vision by increasing contrast • Magnification • Increase illumination • White walls/Dark doors • Organization • Grouping • Labeling • Raised paint • High-markers • Rubber bands • Folding money

  4. Room Lighting • Take advantage of sunlight • Re-arrange furniture to avoid glare • Vertical blinds or sheer curtain can reduce glare • Add light to hallways • Track lighting • Install lights in the closet, cupboards and stairwells.

  5. Task Lighting • Small tasks lights with a gooseneck for detailed oriented needs. • Position light between eyes and the work you are doing. • Consider multiple tasks lights throughout the home. • Kitchen for reading recipes • Measuring ingredients

  6. Organization • Make sure everything has a place and is always put back in its place • Label various products in large black print on a white label • Label all toxic items • Label clothing with tags indicating their color. • Organize belongings into groups.

  7. Front Door Area • Keep keys in the same order • Use touch to help locate keyhole. Place index finger of one hand beside the keyhole and guide the key in to place with other hand. • Mark porch steps with paint or bright tape • Use clothes pin to clip shoes, boot and gloves together in pairs

  8. The Living Room • Re-arrange furniture to avoid obstacles • Avoid area rugs • Create contrast with color • Place contrasting color pillows on sofas and chairs to help identify places to sit • Use dark colored switch plates • Use oval or round coffee tables • Secure electrical cords against the walls

  9. Dining Area • Use solid color table cloth to reduce glare • Create contrast with dishes and plate settings • Keep a task lamp where you always sit

  10. The Kitchen • Should be bright and glare free • Keep cupboards organized and everything labeled. • Use packaged mixes for easier preparation. • Use an audible liquid level guide for pouring liquids. • Use stick on raise dots for buttons and dials

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