Vision Loss Resources

People with disabilities have been uniquely impacted by the pandemic as they face a greater risk of poor health outcomes, reduced access to routine services and care, and adverse social outcomes.
Learn more about the impacts of COVID on the disabled: https://nihcm.org/publications/disability-health-equity?utm_source=NIHCM+Foundation&utm_campaign=5b17487eef-Disability_Infographic&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_6f88de9846-5b17487eef-360231144

If you or someone you know might be looking for an opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work, contact the Vision Loss Resources team. We’re always looking for innovative thinkers who are passionate about shaping the future of service for people with vision loss. https://bit.ly/joinvlr

Welcome to September! Vision Loss Resources is preparing exciting new ways to empower Minnesotans with vision loss. Don't miss out on the latest news: sign up for our bimonthly e-newsletter! https://bit.ly/3mSvCcQ

What was it like to get the vaccine? Minnesotans with vision loss: please take this quick 2-question survey! Your confidential input will help the MN Department of Health improve services. https://bit.ly/38argp2

Join a community of service, skills, and support for Minnesotans with vision loss! https://bit.ly/joinvlr

You -- or a job-seeker you know -- can make a big difference at Vision Loss Resources and DeafBlind Services Minnesota. Share these opportunities with your contacts! https://bit.ly/joinvlr

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with age-related , here is a PDF with basic information as well as some questions that you might want to ask your doctor!

Talk with Your Doctor About AMD | National Eye Institute Topics Age-Related Macular Degeneration Healthy Vision Low Vision Type of Outreach Material Handouts Audience Health Professionals Older Adults This guide helps people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) have better, more informative conversations with their doctor about their condition. It....

A diagnosis isn't the end of the world. Sign up for a free webinar and learn the facts, and ideas on how to adapt to vision issues! https://bit.ly/vlrwebinar

If you're caring for someone with vision loss, visit the Caregivers Support Group on the last Wednesday of each month from 6-7pm via Zoom. No RSVP needed: https://zoom.us/j/95394863890

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with an eye disease, empower yourself with the facts on how to adapt and thrive. Register for a webinar today! https://bit.ly/vlrwebinar

At last! Fun and educational events are now available in person as well as via Zoom. Card games, trivia, tech classes and much more are all listed on this page: https://bit.ly/vlrevents.

Independent Living Skills classes return in July. Together, we will practice adaptive techniques for daily tasks including cooking, housekeeping, using technology, and getting around the house safely and confidently.

One-on-one training is also available.

To learn more, send us a direct message!

Don’t forget to give a gift today! You’ll support Vision Loss Resources programs AND be eligible for a giveaway of fabulous Helen Keller-themed prizes. https://www.facebook.com/donate/800473813988383/

Helen Keller was born on this date in 1880. She became a noted artist, activist, and author. Helen attended Radcliffe College, and was the first deafblind person to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her talks at The Woman’s Club in 1914 and 1915 inspired the creation of what today is Vision Loss Resources.

Today is the last day for our fundraiser for Vision Loss Resources. Donations can be made at https://www.facebook.com/donate/800473813988383/.

”Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller

Thanks to people like you, Vision Loss Resources had a lot to be proud of in 2020. Read all about it in the 2020 annual report! https://bit.ly/2020rpt

Helen Keller's birthday is coming up on Sunday. To celebrate, our friends at The Woman's Club of Minneapolis are holding a fundraiser for Vision Loss Resources! If you donate to their Facebook fundraiser, you're not only supporting life-changing services from Vision Loss Resources; you're also eligible to win a copy of Helen Keller's autobiography, and the brand-new Helen Keller Barbie doll! (National Federation of the Blind worked with Mattel to ensure the doll's authenticity.)

Donate today for a chance to win: https://www.facebook.com/donate/800473813988383/

Thank you to everyone who has donated to our fundraiser for Vision Loss Resources. We have already raised $695!

The National Federation of the Blind worked with Mattel on creating the new Helen Keller Barbie doll – part of their “Inspiring Women Series.” When creating this campaign, we checked with our partners at Vision Loss Resources to get their thoughts about doing a drawing for one lucky donor to receive the Helen Keller doll as a thank you.

Given that Helen Keller spoke at The Woman’s Club in 1914 and 1915, our friends at Vision Loss Resources said, “It’s a pretty irresistible tie-in to the history of The Woman’s Club.”

To donate through Facebook, go to: https://www.facebook.com/donate/800473813988383/

Did you know that Helen Keller inspired the founding what is now Vision Loss Resources? Back in 1914, The Woman's Club of Minneapolis invited Keller to give a speech, and the public was invited. Some of the people in the audience were so inspired that they founded what is now Vision Loss Resources. Thank you, Woman's Club members, for celebrating our long shared history!

In 1914, members of The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis invited Helen Keller to give a speech. The public was invited to attend, and her speech inspired a few people in the audience to found the organization that is now Vision Loss Resources.

Vision Loss Resources is the leading Twin Cities resource for training and social/emotional support for people with vision loss. This community approach allows each person using their services to adapt, connect, and thrive. This also leads to greater independence for caregivers and families.

In recognition of The Woman’s Club’s 107-year history with Vision Loss Resources, we are raising funds for our valued community partner. 100% of the funds raised through this campaign will be donated to Vision Loss Resources. Everyone who donates between now and June 27th will have an opportunity to win a copy of Helen Keller’s autobiography, “The Story of My Life,” and the new Helen Keller Barbie doll, part of Mattel’s “Inspiring Women Series.” (The National Federation of the Blind worked with Mattel on the design of the doll to ensure authenticity.)

To donate through Facebook, go to: https://www.facebook.com/donate/800473813988383/ or contact Kevin at The Woman’s Club to make a donation through your member account.

Is your team ready to meet the needs of all your customers? Register for a training today! https://bit.ly/3iNpRLu

Living independently and thriving with vision loss. Yes, it's possible! Email or DM us today to learn about fun, hands-on small group or one-on-one lessons on cooking, housekeeping, using technology, and getting around the house safely and confidently.

Are all of your coworkers ready to serve people with vision loss? Register your team for Vision Loss Resources' trainings for professionals! Available online; register for a training this month, or schedule a training just for your team.

Professional Trainings – Vision Loss Resources To support your staff members when they interact with individuals who are dealing with vision loss, Vision Loss Resources offers webinar-based trainings about vision loss and what your clients might face. Topics include: Common signs and causes of vision loss Emotional impact of vision loss Communic...

Did you know that the amazing DeafBlind Services Minnesota (DBSM) is part of Vision Loss Resources? Learn about a key aspect of the community in this paper about support service providers, co-authored by DBSM’s own Paul Deeming! 15 DeafBlind peer reviewers contributed to this publication from National Center On Deaf-Blindness.

Support Service Provider White Paper | National Center on Deaf-Blindness NCDB is delighted to host on our website, Deafblind People and Support Service Providers in the 21st Century, a white paper by

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The more you know: learn about how to detect cataracts, and how to treat them. If you’re 60+, make sure you get a dilated eye exam every two years. Early detection is key for so many eye issues!

Cataracts | National Eye Institute A cataract is a cloudy area in the lens of your eye. More than half of all Americans age 80 and older either have had cataracts or have had surgery to get rid of cataracts. Learn about the types, symptoms, and causes of cataracts and how your doctor will diagnose and treat them.

We're so close to our goal! Just $1,500 left to go to support online services that keep people with vision loss connected and informed. Enjoy the long holiday weekend knowing you've made a big difference to Minnesotans with vision loss like Debbie (shown here with her beloved guide dog Jaya). https://bit.ly/3hYG1Bm

What does Vision Loss Resources mean to you? Learn Debbie's story, and join her in supporting this community: https://bit.ly/3hFjhq6

We're having a great time at LeadingAge Minnesota's virtual Institute! Thank you for hosting Vision Loss Resources this morning for our presentation on caring for people with vision loss. (Missed it? Our presentation will be available on demand in June!)

We are SO excited to spend the next few days learning, connecting, and sharing with LeadingAge Minnesota members at .

Don't miss Carol Silver Elliott, LeadingAge Board Chair, as she reflects on the lessons learned from the past year as you prepare to move your organization

Friends, try this limited-edition frame! It's a fun way to share your support of Vision Loss Resources community. www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=166041422022719

Knowledge is power! Check out this free webinar to learn about the impact of eye diseases in BIPOC communities and resources to help, including regular eye exams. Early detection is key!

Imagine seeing your grandchild for the first time. That's what this woman hopes for as she participates in a landmark study using the CRISPR gene-editing technique, which could help reverse genetic diseases that cause blindness. The possibilities are truly amazing!

Blind Patients Hope Landmark Gene-Editing Experiment Will Restore Their Vision The unprecedented study involves using the gene-editing technique CRISPR to edit a gene while it's still inside a patient's body. In exclusive interviews, NPR talks with two of the first participants.

Over age 65, we are all at high risk for age-related eye diseases. People of color face health care disparities that make the risk even greater.
Get empowered! Attend a free webinar to learn how eye exams are crucial for early detection of vision issues, particularly in BIPOC communities. https://bit.ly/3jmc2Sz

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! ¡Viva México! Flashback to 2019 when Vision Loss Resources clients enjoyed a delicious lunch at Los Ocampo Frogtown.