What resources and strategies can help people perform daily tasks at home?
Resources and strategies depend on the severity of a person’s vision impairment. At home, people need devices that can help them read, write, and manage the tasks of daily living. These adaptive devices include adjustable lighting, prescription reading glasses, large-print publications, magnifying devices, closed-circuit televisions, cassette recordings, electronic reading machines, and computers with large print and speech output systems. Simple strategies include writing with bold black felt tip markers and writing on tablets with bold lines to make it easier to write in a straight line. Also, contrasting colors are helpful: people can place colored tape on the edges of steps to help them see the steps and prevent a fall. Dark-colored light switches and electrical outlets can provide contrast on light-colored walls. Motion lights that automatically turn on when someone enters a room are helpful. Telephones, clocks, and watches with large numbers can help people use those instruments
