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You or someone you may know has a vision loss or low vision diagnosis. Through your interactions, you notice some of the challenges of this diagnosis. So, you are looking for ways to adapt your space. Well, we have good news for you. There are easy ways you can modify your home to make life easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding Vision Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a person has vision loss, they have either partial or complete loss of vision. Our chances of developing a vision impairment increase with age because our odds of developing a condition that causes it do, too. Many medical conditions can cause vision loss<\/a>, such as diabetes, amblyopia (also known as “lazy eye”), cataracts, strabismus, glaucoma, tumors, and macular degeneration, to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy & Affordable Ways to Adapt Your Space for Vision Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Lighting for Vision Loss<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We recommend a few types of lighting <\/a>when modifying your space for vision loss or low vision. However, it is important to note that what works for one person may only work for some.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Natural Sunlight<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sunlight enhances our mood. It is also the best kind of lighting because it is full-spectrum. However, depending on the time and weather, sunlight fluctuates throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fluorescent Blubs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Fluorescent bulbs are bright and energy-efficient, making them a cost-effective option. We recommend using these for general room lighting, but you should know this lighting cannot be dimmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are recommended for general room lighting but cannot be dimmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incandescent Lights with Bluer Color Temperatures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unlike fluorescent lights, you can dim incandescent lights. However, you should ensure you use incandescent lights with bluer color temperatures<\/a>. Although this lighting works well overall, it can produce “hot spots” or a glare. Therefore, the best place for this lighting is a gooseneck lamp for close-up tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LED Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You are probably familiar with LED lights<\/a>. We often see them during the holiday season and throughout our daily lives. These long-lasting lights are great for people with vision issues<\/a>. LED lights can be very bright and sit on the cooler end of the color spectrum. With their bright nature, limiting the use of LED lights for close-up activities where you need to focus is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lights Recessed Into Ceiling<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Recessed ceiling lights look great and are best for spotlighting dark areas without creating a glare. Consider installing this lighting in closets, hallways, and stairs. Although this kind of lighting is more expensive than track lighting, it will not cause the same glare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Glare Control <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Glares are especially problematic for people with vision loss. They happen when light reflects and creates a hot spot much brighter than the rest of the room. When there is a glare, our eyes have a harder time adjusting. So, striving to reduce shiny surfaces and control the surrounding light is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may ask yourself, “What can I do to reduce glares?” Although you cannot eliminate all glare, you can limit it by taking the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n