By Holly Bonner An instant solution for beating the summer heat is to take a relaxing dip in the pool, but strangely enough many people often wonder if the blind and visually impaired community can participate in different water activities. Swimming is an excellent sport for individuals with vision loss because it can be enjoyedRead more
By Holly Bonner With the start of the summer movie season upon us, millions of people will be heading to their local theaters ready to watch the next big Hollywood blockbuster. Sadly, movies depicting people with various disabilities are often lackluster, leaving audiences with an unrealistic representation of disabled individuals. In particular, films portraying blindnessRead more
By Holly Bonner It’s normal for individuals facing vision loss to feel overwhelmed or in need of additional support. While family members may act as an initial sounding board, support groups offer a way to connect with other people who share the challenge of diminished sight. Low Vision Specialists of Maryland and Virginia understand thereRead more