Your Guide to Thriving with Low Vision—From Someone Who’s Been There.
Baking has never been my specialty, but with four kids to feed (now all grown), I’ve certainly made my share of sweet treats — usually with a little help from a favorite fudge brownie mix or a ready-to-bake cookie pack. I’ve always leaned on box mixes for their speed and simplicity. As my vision changed, … Read more
When I first started adapting my kitchen for low vision, I wasn’t sure about the toaster oven. It seemed like just another gadget with too many buttons and not enough tactile feedback. But with a few personal strategies—and some trial and error—I’ve made it one of the most useful tools in my low vision kitchen. … Read more
When I first started using a slow cooker, I realized it might be the perfect appliance for a low vision kitchen. Unlike other gadgets with lots of buttons and settings, the slow cooker keeps things simple: one pot, a couple of settings, and a lot of flexibility. It became my go-to choice for safe, confidence-building … Read more
When I first thought about getting an air fryer, I wasn’t sure it was going to work for me. The idea of navigating tiny buttons, small text, and different cooking times felt like one more kitchen challenge that might be more frustrating than helpful. But as I started learning how to adapt it to my … Read more
I’ll admit, when I first got my Instant Pot (also known as an electric pressure cooker), I wasn’t sure I’d ever use it. All those buttons and settings felt overwhelming—especially for someone like me, living with low vision. But over time, I figured out a system that works for me, and now it’s one of … Read more
When my vision started changing, one of the first things I struggled with was figuring out how to keep track of everyday items. Whether it was finding the right spices, distinguishing between shampoo and conditioner, or knowing which button to press on the microwave, I realized I needed a system. That’s where labeling and organization … Read more
For years, I managed in the shower by memorizing the shape and position of my bottles. Shampoo went on the left, conditioner in the middle, and body wash on the right. That system worked—until someone moved them. Or until I knocked one off the ledge. Or worse, when I got a new product and couldn’t … Read more