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Low Vision Rehabilitation Residency Program
Have you ever wondered why it is the Spectios INSTITUTE for Low Vision? Why is it an Institute? In short, it is because we provide students of optometry and occupational
Katrina’s Kitchen Tips
With the holidays coming up, in a recent Friday support group call, we focused on all things cooking and kitchen safety. While the kitchen could be considered one of the
The Ultimate Low Vision Gift Guide
Echo Show 10.1 The latest version of the Echo Show is a smart home device produced by Amazon. The Echo Show boasts the best vision accessibility features in its
Meet Sue
Imagine, during a pandemic, your vision starts to deteriorate to the point where your retina doctor says it might be time to make a visit to the Spectrios Institute of
Tech Tip: Schedule an Access Technology Training Visit
We are accommodating both in-person and virtual appointments. If you have been putting off that iPad training or wonder about the newest OrCam device (artificial intelligence combined with electronic magnification)
Lighting Tips for Better Vision
Light is sight – lighting plays such an important role in completing everyday activities. Proper lighting can make the difference between safety, success and frustration when you have vision loss.
Tech Tip: What’s Happening Online
In the past couple month we have all been using technology in new ways: to connect with our family and friends, learn a new skill, and just to pass the
Meet the Smiths
We caught up with Charlie and Pam Smith to chat with them about their experiences with telehealth and learn a little more about them. Charlie is a native Chicagoan and