Your Guide to Thriving with Low Vision—From Someone Who’s Been There.
Small appliances can make a big difference in a low vision kitchen—if they’re adapted for ease and safety. In this section, I share my personal tips, adaptations, and experiences with popular small kitchen appliances like air fryers, Instant Pots, and slow cookers. Learn how to select models that work best for low vision users, how to mark controls for better accessibility, and how to develop safe, confidence-building routines that help you get the most from your appliances. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for new ways to simplify your cooking, you’ll find practical solutions and ideas here.
Uncrimping the Mystery: A Simple Kitchen Tool That Matters More Than You Think- The Best Can Openers For Low Vision It’s funny how something as small as a can opener can turn into a daily source of frustration—or freedom. If you’re cooking with low vision, even a basic task like opening a can can feel … 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