Quick Tips

There are many low vision aids to make everyday living a bit easier.  Here are just a few of the many items that are available through organizations, stores and catalogues.

• Envelope writing guides
• Check writing guides
• Letter writing guides

• CAN-D long ring timer (with tactual numbers of 1 inch high — face 9 inches

• Nitewriter — ballpoint pen with built-in spotlight
• Magnifiers of all kinds
• Talking thermometers (temperature and ear)
• Talking indoor/outdoor thermometers
• Talking clocks and watches
• Talking scales
• Talking home blood pressure monitors
• Talking microwaves
• Talking tax forms (2003-2004)

For information on locating  low vision aids, contact the ISPB office.   

The Visionary, published as a service of the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness,
is available upon request. The information contained in this issue,
taken from sources considered to be accurate,
does not replace the need for professional eye care consultations and treatments.

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