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1. Rapid Eyewear Very DARK CATEGORY 4 SUNGLASSES for Extreme Sun Conditions and Sensitive Eyes (Photophobia). UV400 Tinted Protection Glasses for Men & Women. Matt Black
- Comply with US Z80.3 standards
- Perfect for use as desert glasses, climbing glasses and on the beach in sunnier climates
- Hand-sprayed matt black finish and sprung side arms
- Block high levels of harmful blue light
- Great for migraine sufferers
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2. Master Lock 1500iD Locker Lock Set Your Own Directional Combination Padlock, 1 Pack, Assorted Colors
- Indoor padlock is best used as a school locker lock and gym lock, providing protection and security from theft
- Set your own directional combination lock for speed and easy combination recall; For combo reset instructions, refer to the user guide in the technical specifications section of this page
- Padlock includes metal body construction, hardened steel shackle, and anti-shim locking mechanism for improved strength and security
- 2-1/8 inch (54 millimeter) wide lock body; 1/4 inch (6 millimeter) diameter shackle with 1 inch (25 millimeter) length, 3/4 inch (19 millimeter) width; Available in black, blue, purple, red (randomly selected at time of shipment)
- Faster combination entry than a standard combination lock by using up, down, left, or right directional movements.
- Available in black, red, blue & purple (color randomly selected at time of shipment)
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3. Cooking Measuring Cups- Set of 5
Set of 5 color-coded measuring cupsIncludes 1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cupMeasurements also shown in millilitersMade of durable shock-resistant ABS plasticDishwasher safe
4. StarPack Basics Silicone Kitchen Tongs (9-Inch & 12-Inch) - Stainless Steel with Non-Stick Silicone Tips, High Heat Resistant to 480°F, For Cooking, Serving, Grill, BBQ & Salad (Cherry Red)
NO MORE FLIMSY KITCHEN TONGS – StarPack Premium Kitchen Tongs with silicone tips offer the best grip and control available, and they won’t melt, rust or flake into your food. These tongs are made with extra thick 1.00mm stainless steel, and feature a ring-pull locking system which is made to las...
5. Donegan OptiVISOR Headband Magnifier
- Binocular headband magnifier provides hands-free magnification and viewing for a variety of applications such as jewelry-making, watch-making, needlework, artwork, electronic inspection, book-reading, print inspection, and stamp-collecting
- Available in multiple dioptric strengths (indicated by the model number) that provide a specific magnification power (X), depending on the distance from the object
- Optical glass lenses are ground and polished into prismatic lenses for quality and clarity; easier to clean than plastic lenses
- A dioptric number and a magnification number are not the same thing. Diopter strength represents a specific magnification power (X). For example, a 5-diopter provides 2.5X magnification (at a distance of 8")
- Can be worn over prescription or safety eyeglasses
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6. Acu-Life Eye Patch | For Kids or Adults | Great Pirate Costume Women or Men
- CARE OR COSTUME: Perfect for eye care and protection or for use in a pirate costume
- COMFORTABLE FIT: Eye patch is constructed with a foam padding that fits comfortably over the entire eye
- BLOCKS LIGHT: Thick material completely covers the eye and blocks out all light
- ONE SIZE FITS MOST
- HEALTHY LIVING: Acu-Life has designed and developed innovative health products for over 35 years
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7. FCAROLYN 3D Eye Patch (Right Eye)
- 3D Contoured Design: This eye patch was designed for the best fit of all types of face shape. Light weighted breathable material with special padded around nose area to avoid pressure to eyeball
- Freely Adjustable: Allow by using stick on elastic strap easily to adjust and secure around the head without tangling hair.
- Fully Coverage: high quality and light weight material for sensitive skins eye area. Thick enough to block almost all the lights for eye protections.
- Eye care: Great for lazy eye training and daily use. Protect sensitive eye area and reusable.
- Please note to distinguish between LEFT and RIGHT when purchase.
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8. Etopstech Jewelry Loupe - LED Illuminated, 30x, 21mm - MG21007(Silver)
- This 30X Illuminated Jeweler Loupe magnification is built from durable metal, optical glass with 21mm in length and dual bright LED light.
- This eye loupe is great for rock collectors, coin collectors, jewelers, hobbyists, and also makes a great gift for the kids to explore the fabulous tiny world.
- Bright LED: You can see objects clearly in dark or insufficient light conditions with this dual LED light source.
- Pocket size: it is very convenient to carry and you can use it anywhere. It requires 3 AG7(LR927) batteries (Batteries are Included).
- Only placing your order from ETOPSTECH Amazon store could get our perfect customer service and product quality warranty
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9. Beyond the Bear: How I Learned to Live and Love Again after Being Blinded by a Bear
10. Instant Pot Smart Bluetooth 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Yogurt Maker, Sauté, Steamer, and Warmer (Product Discontinued)
Instant Pot 7-in-1 Smart electric pressure cooker is a revolutionary kitchen appliance with Bluetooth connectivity, easy to use interfaces to control and monitor cooking progress through graphics. Free app provides recipes and more - Cooking procedures can be written in recipe scripts to execute an...
11. MindFold Mask Sleep Relaxation Heal Headaches Eyes by Mindfold
- Dimensions: 8 inch (20.3 centimeter) length with an individual weight of 4.7 ounces and an overall weight of 1 pounds 12.2 ounces
- Durable: Blade is made of reliable 2Cr13 S.S
- Dependable: Quick and easy access with the convenient black, nylon belt sheath that holds all 6 knives
- Secure: Have confidence in your throw with these sturdy, well balanced knives
- COMFORTABLE: Knives Are Ergonomic And Ambidextrous
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12. Soft-Grip Embossing & Stylus Set Complete by Royal & Langnickel (3 Pack)
Double-ended tool set for embossingSoft grip handles!Create patterns with any of the four ball embossersProduct Dimension: 7.5"L x 2.5"W x 0.5"H
13. Winged Eyeliner Stamp – The Flick Stick by Lovoir, Waterproof Make Up, Smudgeproof, Long Lasting Liquid Eye liner Pen, Vamp Style Wing, 2 Wingliner Pens (10mm Classic, Midnight Black)
14. Mount-It! Mesh Rolling Utility Cart, Folding and Collapsible Hand Crate on Wheels, 55 Lbs Capacity
COLLAPSIBLE ROLLING HAND CART – Lightweight utility hand truck perfect for moving books, paper, classroom supplies, personal items, file folders or groceries. Save your back and carry things around with the right tool for the job. Perfect for use at home, office, business, travel or shopping. Let ...
15. My Weigh SCMVOXEVOL 5000g by 1g Talking Kitchen Scale
Talking kitchen scale makes weighing extremely easyAs you are using the scale it announces the weightIt uses strain gauge technology to be incredibly accurate and preciseThe talking feature can be turned on or offPleasant, easy to hear voice commands
16. AmazonBasics Premium Single Monitor Stand - Lift Engine Arm Mount, Aluminum - Black
- Single-arm monitor stand frees up desktop space and offers ergonomic positioning for reduced strain
- Includes a single-arm monitor stand made of durable yet lightweight aluminum with a black finish
- Works with almost any LCD monitor up to 32 inches and up to 25 pounds
- Arm extends and retracts smoothly for easy adjustments
- Adjustable tilt (70 degrees back to 5 degrees forward) for comfortable screen viewing
- Independent 360 degree rotation and easy transitions from landscape to portrait mode
- Simple set up and VESA compatible (100 x 100mm and 75 x 75mm); desk clamp fits desks 0.4 - 2.4 inches thick
- Please read the user manual carefully before using this item
- Product dimensions: 25.6 x 6 x 61.2 inches (LxWxH)
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17. Pocket Braille Cube Learning Device
Small size makes this learning tool portableLearning Braille is fun with this tool/toyTurn-and-click mechanism
19. Carson MiniBrite LED Lighted Pocket Aspheric 5x Magnifier with Built-in Sliding Lens Cover
Pocket Magnifier contains a powerful 5x aspheric lensBuilt-In Sliding Protective CaseCompact, Lightweight, and PortableUses 3 AAA Batteries (Not Included) | Backed by Carson's Limited Lifetime WarrantyBright Built-In LED Light | Lens Diameter: 1.3 inch (L) x 1.5 inch (H)
Alright, so I'll try to reply in parts as we break down the issue:
TRAVEL
(https://nfb.org/free-cane-program) or (if you have means and don't want it for free) [buying a fiberglass or carbon fiber cane from them instead.]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/prodtype.asp?prodtype=1&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) It is not often provided locally, it is lighter than the folding ambutech and revolution type cane you probably have, and if you don't like it stick it in your closet as a backup.
CLEANING
What cleaning things aren't going quite right for you? Let me know.
COOKING:
How good of a cook were you to start with? What types of food are you cooking, and what sorts of issues are you encountering?
(https://www.amazon.com/StarPack-Premium-Silicone-Kitchen-12-Inch/dp/B00KDV5RZY/) (and I want to get silicone spatulas.) I use it to "feel" around my nonstick pans safely, easily flip things, etc.
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=1137&cat=19&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) measuring cups, or if you have color discrimination, [color coded ones.]
(https://www.amazon.com/Cooking-Measuring-Cups-Set-5/dp/B00I5PTBCA/r) There's also [bright measuring spoons]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=968&cat=19&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) that you can label as well.
(http://www.thermoworks.com/Talking-Thermometer) can help with tasks like "how done is this meat" and "will that turkey send my family to the hospital" lol. Very handy.
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=1081&cat=19&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) is good for hot cups, but just poke your finger over the rim for cold stuff.
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=605&cat=111&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) For example, I put bumps on the numbers, power, add minute, start and stop button for my microwave. I also put a button where the "light wash" for my dishwasher is and know that one click further is regular and another is heavy. (You can also use this to label a bunch of types of washing machines. Some are more accessible than others unfortunately.)
So that's a start of things I can think off the top of my head, but there's probably a bunch more. If you give me more feedback I will try to be more specific.
Nail clipping I haven't had an issue with. Just use the metal tip of the clipper to feel where your finger pad starts if you're not sure, pull AWAY from that area, and then clip. Then I file my nail with a filing board so they're round and even.
Fitness
(http://www.knfbreader.com/) You might be able to get rehab to pay for it, although it is currently only $19.99 on android (the usual $99.99 on iOS.) It can read all sorts of printed text like mail, menus, etc. Great software for this job.
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=758&cat=50&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) It is grade 1 and grade 2 braille, NOT UEB, so you will eventually have to relearn some things (but a lot of material out there still exists in grade 2, and it is a good primer to technique, the alphabet, numbers, etc.) Some other [braille instruction books]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/prodtype.asp?prodtype=50&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) are in UEB. Sign up for local classes, too!
(https://nfb.org/free-slate-program) to write braille with. You can use braille to label all sorts of foods (spice jars, canned goods, bottles of sauces), cleaners and soaps and such, and items at home to start with! There is [stick on labeling tape]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=1045&cat=128&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) [reusable labels with elastic]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=1048&cat=128&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) and [reusable magnetic tape for cans.]
(https://ecommerce.nfb.org/asp/product.asp?product=1146&cat=128&ph=&keywords=&recor=&SearchFor=&PT_ID=) So a lot of options.
(https://www.loc.gov/nls/) and [Bookshare]
(https://www.bookshare.org/cms/) if you can. Paper and digital braille, physical and digital audiobooks, etc are all freely available to blind people either as downloads or mailed for free to your home. Bookshare charges a yearly subscription, but not if you're a student.
I've written about [losing my sight]
(https://www.reddit.com/r/Blind/comments/5627a2/feeling_disheartened/) and how a lot of the process, for me, was emotionally coming to grips with the vastness of the change instead of trying to minimize it. Does that make sense? It's a big fucking deal in the beginning, and having what you need (practically and emotionally) makes all the difference.
(And look, I know this is a lot of info, but I mean it when I say that I (and many others on this sub) want to help and want you to be able to succeed. If you want to ask more questions now, or you want to ask more questions next year, let us know.)
Honestly, some of the more comfortable-looking and aesthetically pleasing patches seem to be from creators on Etsy. Some are a lot more reasonably priced than you'd expect, too. General search, patch 1, patch 2, patch 3 – looks cool, but bit more expensive.
Amazon has some, too. I have one like this – REALLY do not recommend that style! The cheap price is nice, but it is soft and starts bending inward and pokes my ball (ow), so I imagine it will bend and press into your socket. Looks shit, too. But this other type looks super comfortable and pleasingly simple. Bit cheaper than Etsy patches, too.
What country/area are you from? That information would help figure out which companies would be easiest for you to order from. If you're from, like, South Africa trying to order from amazon.ca or amazon.com, you're going to have a lot of waiting and a lot of shipping fees, if you can even get it shipped there.
20x?!! Are you sure she's using a true 20x loupe? If you picked up a cheap loupe online, chances are, it's not a 20x. For instance: http://www.amazon.com/SE-Loupe-LED-Illuminated-21mm/dp/B0013E3DAG => advertised to be 20x, but turns out to be ~5.5x.
I would recommend first figuring out the minimum magnification power your wife needs to read small text. Reason: There is an inverse relationship between magnification power, and depth of field and field of view. Meaning, there is no 20x magnifier that can give you a huge field of view (I have a true 20x, and dear god, it is useless to me since it can only view about 1 character at a time).
Here's an example of the tradeoff: I own several Donegan OptiVISOR headband magnifiers. At first, I ordered their most powerful model, the 3.5x. The 3.5x has a focal length of 4", and a depth of field of about 1". This means, in order for me to have a clear image of what I'm observing, I need to make sure I maintain a 3" to 5" distance between the lens and the item under observation; it was just exhausting.
After trial and error, I ended up with the the 1.75x. It has a focal length of 14", and a depth of field of about 4". Which means, I can keep the item under observation at a distance of 10" - 18", which is much more forgiving.
In case you're interested in the headband magnifier: http://www.amazon.com/Donegan-OptiVisor-Headband-Magnifier-Magnification/dp/B0068OSIIS/
THis is no way immediate help but I read an excellent book about someone who transitioned from sight to blind due to a traumatic event. It's called Beyond the Bear: How I Learned To Live And Love Again After Being Blinded By A Bear
https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Bear-Learned-Again-Blinded/dp/0762784555
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/dan-bigley/blinded-by-a-bear-how-my-_b_3202338.html
I found this book to be so inspiring and honest. I still think about it when I'm having a tough day and think "man, if Dan can come through like that I shouldn't be complaining too much." It's a those books that inspired me to write a letter to the publisher to pass on. I had never done that but I wanted to thank him for sharing his story.
I am sighted btw.
I'm so sorry your sight is diminishing. Mine too, and it's a challenge to always adapt to a new low in vision.
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First, you need some wrap around sunglasses that don't let much light in. That will help you, I hope. :-)
Here's the link to the US Amazon for some sunglasses that might help and cost only $30. I'm hoping it transfers to your UK version:
Rapid Eyewear Nimbus DARK CATEGORY 4 SUNGLASSES for Extreme Sun Conditions and Sensitive Eyes (Photophobia). Glasses for Men and Women
https://www.amazon.com/Rapid-Eyewear-SUNGLASSES-Conditions-Photophobia/dp/B078XKHNZH
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Second, try looking for a counselor/therapist who specializes in adjusting to vision loss.
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Here's someone in my area, and I hope you can find someone like this in yours.
https://www.clarkcounselingsolutions.com/vision-rehabilitation
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For example, here's someone on your side of the pond: http://www.focalpointuk.co.uk/staff/andy-fisher/
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Here's what I entered into Google: Uk vision rehabilitation therapist
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No quotes just the words above.
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Wishing you well!
I will try to find a post I made a couple of years ago but talking appliances are a good place to start.
Ignore the Panasonic talking microwave. It is years old and crummy. Get a food service ADA 508 compliant microwave instead. Even if you don't really read braille it is easy to memorize. Ours is Sharp R21 but there are now lots of options.
The best talking thermometer is the Thermoworks RT8400 Fast read commercial quality unit and uses triple A batteries rather than a watch battery.
VOX-2 is a very good talking kitchen scale. Has both metric and imperial units as well as a tare function.
Everybody seems to be talking about the instapot cooker. The controls are usable by people with low vision and mostly memorizable by the totally blind. You can also pay extra for the bluetooth version which has a fairly accessible smartphone app.
Are there any specific cooking tasks you are looking to accomplish?
This isn’t glasses so might or might not suit your purposes, but my wife recently got me a Mindfold to help with my light sensitivity—it’s a sleep mask that is very comfortable and truly obscures 100% of light. Might be good at least for certain situations. Edit: whoops, obviously I didn’t read carefully enough! My bad.
Sighted artist here... I'm not sure if this suggestion will be helpful or obvious, but since nobody else has commented so far I will give it a shot. Have you tried using an embossing stylus with a smaller nib for your tactile drawings? I have not used the Draftsman, but after digging around a little online it looks like the stylus that comes with it is has a nib size roughly the same as a ballpoint pen. Will it make a smaller line if you use a smaller tool? If possible, lines of varying widths might get your more of the detail and depth that you're after.
I recently made a little series of embossed drawings using a five-dollar set of styluses ordered from amazon. There are many options, but here is the link to the set I bought:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LQYS1GE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It comes with three double-sided styluses: the largest is about the same ballpoint pen size, and the smallest is so tiny that it's practically a needle. It might be worth trying if you haven't before.
I also really enjoy carving drawings out of those rubber and linoleum blocks used for making stamps, but I have sliced my fingers a few times in the process!
I love this question it's not silly at all! I'm a blind makeup lover too so I completely understand.
Have you tried using a winged eye liner stamp? They're a bit more of a tactile experience than using a pen and require a little less precision. Plus once you get some practice it looks really cute!
Here are a few options!
https://m.sephora.com/product/wink-stamp-wing-eyeliner-P449090
https://www.amazon.com/Eyeliner-Stamp-WingLiner-Waterproof-Smudgeproof/dp/B07GM317JJ
https://thevampstamp.com/
I don't know of it snows where you are in which case I can recommend a bigger wheeled one, but my husband likes this
Mount-It! Mesh Rolling Utility Cart, Folding and Collapsible Hand Crate on Wheels, 55 Lbs Capacity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0763TCX1V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_tuAVDbSFQWQEP
I started with this... a Braille cube
And a really awesome intro book. It’s for adults learning Braille, which is perfect. link here
I play primarily on PC and sit pretty close to my monitor (about a foot away for a 24" monitor). If I need to read something specific, I'll either use windowed mode and Windows Magnifier or a pocket magnifier like this one I picked up at Target for $10 or so.
We also have a larger TV in the living room for when I play on consoles. The bedroom has a RetroPie I set up for her and I to play older console games together, and she'll sit on the bed and I'll stand to the side or sit on the edge of it closer to the TV so we can play together.
Some of it is also adjusting/knowing my limits for games in general-
I don't care for FPS anyway, but wouldn't play that or LoL-type games where I'm part of a team that needs me to act/react quickly. I'll generally play ARPGs where I can be solo or part of a mob rather than a specific group. Also turn-based strategy games where amount of time spent doesn't matter.
Are you on Instagram? A lot of TVIs (teachers of the visually impaired) share their ideas there for tactile games, books, etc. A lot of them make stuff on their own.
Here are a few to get you started: [@mrsbyrnetvi] (https://www.instagram.com/mrsbyrnetvi/), [@youvegotbraillellc] (https://www.instagram.com/youvegotbraillellc/) and [@whyeyeteach] (https://www.instagram.com/whyeyeteach/).
There's also [@paths.to.literacy] (https://www.instagram.com/Paths.To.Literacy/), which often has good ideas. And the [#TeacherOfTheVisuallyImpaired] (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/teacherofthevisuallyimpaired/) hashtag.
And one actual idea - do you have [Bop It] (https://www.amazon.com/Hasbro-Gaming-B7428-Bop-It-Board/dp/B01ALHAJ20/ref=pd_sbs_21_t_0/130-6949372-7702505?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01ALHAJ20&pd_rd_r=560ae70e-d06f-4203-9083-1a857e9870cc&pd_rd_w=BXIov&pd_rd_wg=aT22T&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=69JD80YKQT0FZ749RABH&psc=1&refRID=69JD80YKQT0FZ749RABH) in your country? It's an electronic game with buttons and levers that gives you commands (e.g., "pull it," "push it," etc.). He may enjoy that...
I have used the Master Lock 1500iD for a couple of years. It's very easy to use. It's a directional combination lock.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B002TSN4SQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1