Vision & Health Blog

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• Blog

  A Word About Discipline

  What is the best way for parents to react and respond to children’s misbehavior? Of course, there is no easy answer. It is not that…

  

• Blog

  Virtual Summer School Tips

  Some children will attend virtual summer school. Just like the regular school year, the same guidelines apply: keep a consistent schedule and routine. Here are…

  

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  Summer Camp

  Summer for many families has included some sort of camp or recreation program. Recently the American Camp Association and the YMCA’s of the U.S. released…

  

• Blog

  Building Family Resilience

  By Sheila Adamo, LSW, and Facilitator in the Lighthouse Guild Tele-Support Program There are many different definitions of resilience and so many books, articles and…

  

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  Tips to Help People with Vision Loss Safely Practice Social Distancing During COVID-19

  Social distancing and other guidelines related to COVID-19 present unique challenges – and possible safety hazards — for people who are blind or have vision…

  

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  Eye Fatigue and Screen Time

  By Dr. Laura Sperazza, Lighthouse Guild Director of Vision Rehabilitation Services With students learning from home and spending so much time in front of the computer, many parents…

  

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  Transition and Skills Programs for Youth and Teens at Lighthouse Guild with Jaydan Mitchell, Youth Services Coordinator

  Posted by Blind Abilities Jaydan Mitchell joins Jeffrey Thompson in the Blind Abilities studio and talks about the Youth Skills Program and the Teen Transition Program…

  

• Blog

  Eye Doctors Debunk 5 Common Myths

  Experts reveal what’s normal (and what’s not) when it comes to your peepers. Even if you’ve always had 20/20 vision, time and habits can leave…

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Behavior and Sleep Disorders and the Visually Impaired

  A quick review of how circadian rhythm affects sleep cycles and how this functions in children with visual impairment. A review of evidence-based treatment options and sleep hygiene education.

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Dealing with the COVID-19 and Your Family

  Discuss what COVID-19 is, what is the most current status and how it can affect families with children with blindness, visual impairment and other developmental disabilities.