Vision: Family and Friends

This series of podcasts brings together a variety of information designed to help the blind or vision-impaired person's support group. Such articles will enable parents, friends and relatives to understand and support the challenges which must be faced and to appreciate the joys and rewards.

How to Travel - 11/18/2015

Having problems arranging travel? This article will introduce sources of information that will greatly improve your travel experience.

11-19
06:28

Age Related Macular Degeneration and RP - 09/13/2014

Dr. Laio offers a general overview of the anatomy and physiology of vision and how the disease affects vision. He also talks about advancements.

09-19
48:20

Protect your eyes when swimming - 07/07/2012

Student's Space: "Protect your eyes when swimming." Dr. Bill shares very important tips about protecting you eyes while swimming this summer.

07-07
06:43

Join the NFB and ACB - 06/30/2012

Student's Space: Dr. Bill encourages students to become members of the National Federation of the Blind, the American Council of the Blind and the benefits of attending the conventions.

06-30
06:20

Improve your Braille Skills - 06/09/2012

Student's Space: "Improve your Braille skills this summer." This summer is a great time to develp your Braille skills which can separate you from other students and lead to success.

06-09
04:49

Become an expert in assistive technology - 06/02/2012

Student's Space: Dr. Bill encourages students to become experts in using assistive technology. Students may be able to earn income by providing lessons and even be given equipment.

06-02
05:50

Tips for safer travel - 05/21/2012

Student's Space: Dr. Bill shares helpful tips to help you to travel more safely when you go places with friends and family.

05-22
10:09

Don't Give Up Your Dreams - 05/12/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill shares his experiences in meeting many of the most successful people in the world and he talks about the importance of being persistant."

05-12
05:33

Be Persistant - 04/21/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill shares his experiences in meeting many of the most successful people in the world and he talks about the importance of being persistant."

04-21
05:50

Learn How to Meet People - 04/14/2012

Student's Space: "Learning how to meet people and creating an impression that people will remember is one of the keys to success."

04-14
06:27

How to Use Data Bases - 04/07/2012

Student's Space: "How to use data bases to help you write reports. Dr. Bill shares helpful information for students when writing reports and term papers."

04-07
05:59

Learn a Language - 03/31/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill advises students to learn additional languages, such as Spanish, Russian, French, or even Braille."

03-31
04:52

Start a Club - 03/24/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill encourages students to start their own club or focus group at school to learn how to become a leader in the community and to help others."

03-24
07:36

Tell Others About Your Vision Problems - 03/17/2012

Student's Space: Dr. Bill tells students why they should inform others about their vision impairment. He also describes how revealing his vision problem to others opened many new opportunities for him."

03-17
05:33

You Can Change A Person's Life - 03/03/2012

Dr. Bill tells an incredible story that demonstrates how each of us are important and we can literally change the life of those we meet.

03-03
08:50

Dreams do come true - 02/11/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill shares stories about visually impaired students who were able to achieve their dreams despite their vision loss."

02-11
06:04

FFB Scholarships - 01/21/2012

Student's Space: "Scholarships from the NFB. Dr. Bill shares information on scholarships for college students from the National Federation of the Blind."

01-21
04:40

Be Yourself - 01/14/2012

Student's Space: "Dr. Bill reminds you to be yourself and not try to copy the most popular celebrities and athletes."

01-14
07:05

White House Internships - 01/07/2012

Student's Space: "Apply for a White House Internship. Take advantage of a great opportunity for a summer internship."

01-07
05:18

Christmas Is The Beginning - 12/24/2011

Student's Space: Dr. Bill reminds students that Christmas is a perfect time to start a new life, to express their appreciation, strive to become better - and to forgive.

12-24
07:45

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