Aside from turning up the lights, reducing glare, and modifying the home for better visibility, what else can you do to make aging in place safer for someone with low vision? As it turns out, a lot. There are several inventive products on the market today to help make life a little easier for the sight impaired.
Talking Color Identifier
Colors can be very difficult for a person with low vision to pick out. The Colortest talking color identifier by Cartec is a small device that detects around 100 different colors. It speaks clearly at 3 volumes and even has an earphone jack.
(Available at visionaware.org)
VOXCOM III Voice Labeling System
This device allows users to record audio labels and messages by pressing a button and inserting a label into the unit. The label can attach to canned goods, medication, clothing, food, and other household items.
(Available at maxiaids.com)
Talking Alarm Cube Clock
This clock verbally announces the time hourly or on demand.
(Available at maxiaids.com)
Click Pocket Money Brailler
This handy device marks denominations of money by pressing Braille text into the bills.
(Available at magnifyingaids.com)
There are a number of online retailers that offer handy aids for the visually impaired. If you would like more recommendations on products or devices that might be of use for someone with low vision and would like to learn more about our in-home care services forSan Franciscoseniors, contact Aunt Ann’s Home Care inSan Francisco(415) 974-3530 or in thePeninsula(650) 757-2000.
