Sabtu, 10 Mei 2014

Choosing Low Vision Aids For Seniors

By Erica Holms


When an elderly family member starts losing their sight you can help. One of the first thoughts that may come to mind is that they will have to move in with you. If this is not possible, or is not wanted by your family member, there are low vision aids you can get that help seniors around the home.

The first products you can get them are for their computer. Many seniors have really grasped the notion of the home computer, so not being able to use it can be devastating. There are screen magnifiers you can get to help them see the screen better. There also are key stickers that make the letters larger.

A wide range of low vision products are designed to make certain activities less frustrating for people with poor eyesight. Magnifying glasses comes in a variety of sizes and can make it easier to follow a recipe or browse through the newspaper. Creatively designed phones are senior products that are popular. The numbers on these devices will be equipped with lights or printed in large fonts for better visibility.

Independent living aids are available for use in certain rooms of the house. The kitchen is one area that may be equipped with various devices that allow people with poor vision to bake and cook meals. Many timers have small dials and numbers that are difficult to see. Find one that has a large knob and numbers that are easy to see. Many kitchen scales are hard to read but some companies make models that talk. Using a talking scale is a good way to eliminate mistakes that can be made when measuring out ingredients. This type of senior vision aid is something that can be helpful for anyone who enjoys cooking, regardless of age.

If your loved one needs a pill organizer, there are low vision aids that can help as well. Instead of the small traditional pill organizers, you can get them larger versions. This way they can easily read what day they are on. You also can get them a talking calculator. That way they will not read the wrong number when they are balancing their checkbook or paying bills. Low vision should not hinder their everyday tasks around the home, especially with all of the great products available today.




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