LOW VISIONMrs. Ruiz

Tips for a Low Vision Friendly Home

Maximize amount of remaining vision by increasing contrast

Magnification Increase illumination White walls/Dark doors Organization Grouping Labeling

Raised paintHigh-markersRubber bandsFolding money

Room Lighting

Take advantage of sunlight Re-arrange furniture to avoid glare Vertical blinds or sheer curtain can

reduce glare Add light to hallways Track lighting Install lights in the closet, cupboards and

stairwells.

Task Lighting

Small tasks lights with a gooseneck for detailed oriented needs.

Position light between eyes and the work you are doing.

Consider multiple tasks lights throughout the home.Kitchen for reading recipesMeasuring ingredients

Organization

Make sure everything has a place and is always put back in its place

Label various products in large black print on a white label

Label all toxic items Label clothing with tags indicating their

color. Organize belongings into groups.

Front Door Area

Keep keys in the same order Use touch to help locate keyhole. Place

index finger of one hand beside the keyhole and guide the key in to place with other hand.

Mark porch steps with paint or bright tape

Use clothes pin to clip shoes, boot and gloves together in pairs

The Living Room

Re-arrange furniture to avoid obstacles Avoid area rugs Create contrast with color

Place contrasting color pillows on sofas and chairs to help identify places to sit

Use dark colored switch plates Use oval or round coffee tables Secure electrical cords against the walls

Dining Area

Use solid color table cloth to reduce glare

Create contrast with dishes and plate settings

Keep a task lamp where you always sit

The Kitchen

Should be bright and glare free Keep cupboards organized and

everything labeled. Use packaged mixes for easier

preparation. Use an audible liquid level guide for

pouring liquids. Use stick on raise dots for buttons and

dials