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Vision Loss - How Others Have Coped With It

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This podcast series is intended to provide a support system for those learning to cope with their vision-impairment by presenting success stories and helpful hints. Each podcast either describes a success or includes tips for fighting your demons.

Current Articles on Coping With Vision Loss
TitlePodcast DescriptionAuthor/ReaderDuration
Driving a Car? 07/25/2010Did you know some people with low vision may be entitled to a driver's license? Dr. Bill discusses how to apply for a license and some of the devices you might use to improve vision while driving.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:14:53
Helpful Bathroom Ideas 07/18/2010Helpful ideas for the bathroom: Here are Dr. Bill's tips for improved lighting, the use of contrast and other great suggestions to help you to get ready in the morning.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:03
Morning Tips 07/11/2010Dr. Bill provides helpful tips for people with low vision when they wake up in the morning.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita00:09:48
Free Accessible Telephones - 07/05/2010You may qualify for a special accessible telephone from CTAP, a program of the California Public Utilities Commission that provides specialized equipment and services to those who have an active phone line. Details are provided herein.Reader: Max Flehinger00:03:23
Take it One Step at a Time - 07/04/2010Take it one step at a time. Dr. Bill talks about the importance of taking small steps as you learn to perform daily activities independently.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:21
Make each day your masterpiece - 06/27/2010Dr. Bill urges people with low vision to take the advice of coach John Wooden. By making the best of each day, you can overcome life's difficulties and become independent.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:05:03
Coping With R.P. 06/20/2010Coping with retinitis pigmentosa. Dr. Bill provides information about retinitis pigmentosa and how to enhance your vision by using low vision aids, adaptive technology, lighting, and contrast.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:09:12
About Glaucoma 06/13/2010Things you should know if you have glaucoma. Dr. Bill reveals important information about glaucoma, the importance of having appropriate eye examinations and how to take blindness-preventing medications.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:35
Understanding Diabetes 06/06/2010Understanding Diabetes. Dr. Bill discusses the principles of diabetes and how it affects vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:20
Living With M.D. 05/30/2010Living with macular degeneration (M.D.) Some important facts about macular degeneration and strategies to cope with it.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:13
Making a List 05/16/2010Make a list of things to do. Dr. Bill tells how making a list of things to do helped him to overcome much of his depression and move forward after losing his sight.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:02
Recover By Helping Others 05/09/2010Dr. Bill talks about how beneficial it is to help others who are also visually impaired or less fortunate in your own road to recovery.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:58
Help the Blind to Help Yourself 05/02/2010Dr. Bill feels that helping others is often the best way to begin living with low vision. Here are some success stories that will inspire you to help others.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:41
Blindness Not End of World 04/25/2010Blindness: It's not the end of the world! Dr. Bill shares his experience with vision loss and how it was definitely not the end of the world for him. It simply opened up new doors!Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:54
Disaster Preparation 04/18/2010Today, Dr. Bill offers tips on preparing for an earthquake or other natural disaster.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:12:11
Things to Remember 04/11/2010Living With Low Vision: Things to remember when you've been told you have a vision problem.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:49
Prepare for Eye Doctor 04/04/2010Dr. Bill reveals all the things you should remember to do when going to your eye doctor's office for an appointment.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:07
Talk Radio 03/28/2010Talk Radio. Dr. Bill discusses the many benefits of talk radio, a free source of entertainment for people with low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:05:51
Reading With Your Ears - 03/21/2010Dr. Bill tells you of the easiest ways to read using audio books and magazines.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:26
Reading on the Phone 03/14/2010N.F.B Newsline is a great free service allowing the legally blind to read over 300 newspapers, magazines and even T.V. listings over the telephone.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:05:53
Medical Treatments for Reading 03/07/2010Dr. Bill tells you about the latest in medical treatments that can help people with wet macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to read easier and better.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:46
Reading With Macular Degeneration 02/28/2010Teach yourself to read with macular degeneration. Dr. Bill gives tips on how to read using your peripheral vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:11:44
Compensating for Eye Disease 02/21/2010Dr. Bill tells of a technique that can help people with macular degeneration and other eye conditions learn to use the healthier parts of the retina to see.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:27
More on Video Magnifiers 02/14/2010Dr. Bill discusses how beneficial video magnifiers are to the visually impaired. They help you read, write, and perform other daily activities.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:25
Special Reading Glasses 02/07/2010Dr. Bill discusses specialized reading glasses for people with low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:16
Viewing Television 01/31/2010Dr. Bill discusses ways to help people with low vision see their television more easily, including the use of specialized glasses.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:00
Choosing a Magnifier 01/24/2010Dr. Bill lays out the best way to choose a magnifier for your low-vision condition.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:09:08
Vision Warnings 01/17/2010Dr. Bill discusses the warning signs that may suggest changes in your vision and the need to visit an eye doctor.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita; Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:08:36
Low Vision Sunglasses 01/10/2010Dr. Bill discusses how important sunglasses can be in protecting your eyes and sharpening your vision and tells you what features to ask for when buying them.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:11:15
Preserving Your Vision 01/03/2010Dr. Bill enumerates the five easy steps that will preserve your vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:59
Long Distance Phoning 12/19/2009Calling Friends, family and loved ones is a wonderful holiday gift. Dr. Bill talks about affordable solutions for making those holiday long-distance calls.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:17
Holiday Parties 12/13/2009Dr. Bill gives you his tips on how to get the most enjoyment out of Holiday parties.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:06:26
Holiday Cards 12/06/2009Dr. Bill shares tips and tricks to help you to send and write your holiday cards.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:21
Book Clubs 11/28/2009Dr. Bill discusses ways that people with low vision can continue to read books and participate in book clubs and other reading groups.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:08
Dance Classes 11/21/2009Dr. Bill discusses how taking dance classes can be a source of entertainment, exercise and fun!Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:03:51
Enjoy Sporting Events 11/14/2009Dr. Bill reveals how you can enjoy sporting events when you have low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:04
Enjoying a Play 11/08/2009Dr. Bill talks about plays with descriptive audio for people with low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:04:23
Running Blind 11/02/2009"Running Blind No Trouble for Auckland Athlete: When Rob Mathews lost his sight, he began to run. Now he's the fastest blind runner in the world!" from the New Zealand NewsReader: Anne Marie Howard00:06:34
Playing Sports 10/31/2009Dr. Bill talks aobut sports that people with low vision can participate inReader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:34
Helping Others 10/25/2009Dr. Bill talks about the importance of taking on the responsibility of helping others despite your own vision impairmentReader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:05:12
Cooking As a Hobby 10/18/2009Today, Dr. Bill talks about how you can take up cooking as a hobby.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:41
Changing Your Attitude 10/12/2009Dr. Bill's topic for today: Begin living your life with low vision by changing your attitude; choosing tasks you want to do, and learn.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:12
Self-Sufficiency 10/04/2009The topic for today: Don't expect your family and children to do everything for you.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:05
Reducing Stress 09/27/2009Dr. Bill's topic of the day: How to reduce stress after a long day at work or school.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:21
Banking 09/13/2009Dr. Bill discusses the things you need to consider when choosing a bank.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:30
Exercise After Lunch 09/06/2009Dr. Bill talks about exercises that you can do during your lunch hour to help with your digestion, regulate your blood sugar, and give you more energy for the rest of the afternoon.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:08
Talk to Your Children 08/23/2009Dr. Bill discusses the importance of speaking to your children about your vision problems.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:45
Preparing Lunch 08/15/2009Dr. Bill gives you tips and ideas on preparing food for your lunch at work or school.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:09:18
Triumph of a Blind Clothing Designer 08/10/2009"Triumph of a blind clothing designer - Mason Ewing overcame more than just an inability to see" from Global Post International, July 26, 2009Reader: Dr. Trang Nguyen, O.D.00:03:17
Business Meals 08/09/2009Dr. Bill shares tips to use when attending business lunches and dinners.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:10:47
Willing and Able 08/08/2009"Willing and able: Lincoln West wrestlers Dartanyon Crockett and Leroy Sutton excel on mats - teammates support each other to overcome obstacles" from www.cleveland.com.Reader: Steve Heller00:06:03
Meeting People 08/02/2009Today, Dr. Bill discusses strategies to use when meeting people at work or school for the firsst time.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:14
Traveling 07/26/2009Check out Dr. Bill's tips for making that airline business or pleasure trip a breeze.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:14
Credit or Debit? 07/20/2009Dr. Bill discusses the best and safest options for shopping: Credit card or Debit card?Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:20
Being Deaf and Blind Doesn't Stop Me 07/14/2009Being Deaf and Blind Doesn't Stop Me. Helen Wessels is a college graduate, career woman, wife and mother of two girls. And she's both blind and deaf! From The Northern Echo in the UK.Reader: Steve Heller00:07:14
Grocery Shopping Tips 07/11/2009Dr. Bill's tips to make your grocery shopping faster and easier.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:05:54
Identifying Money 07/05/2009Dr. Bill tells you how to identify money and write checks so that paying bills becomes a snap.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:14
Blind Woman Receives Top IBM Award 07/03/2009US computer giant IBM has named Chieko Asakawa as the first blind engineer - as well as the first Japanese female - to receive the company's highest technical honour.Reader: Steve Heller00:02:42
Disability Benefits 06/29/2009Dr. Bill summarizes the disability income benefits that you may be eligible for as a person of low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:08:33
Vocational Rehabilitation 06/20/2009The State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation may be able to help you to receive the training, equipment, and devices to help you to gain employment or live independently.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:07:24
Blind Girl - Braille Challenge 06/14/2009"Blind girl who travels hundreds of miles to school each week seeks national title in Braille-reading competition", by Barbara Carmen. From the Columbus Dispatch.Reader: Joe Jurca00:05:12
Dog Fight 06/14/2009"Dog Fight: A new resident in Copperas Cove, Texas, is considering legal action after being forcefully removed from a local restaurant" by Crystal McCoy.Reader: Joe Jurca00:08:56
Magnifier Selection 06/14/2009Confused by all the magnifiers available? Wonder which features are worth having? Dr. Bill cuts through all the confusion and tells you how to select a magnifier to help you at work or school.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:58
Accessories for Productivity 06/05/2009Today's talk features accessories to make you more productive at work and school.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:37
Office Modifications 05/30/2009Dr. Bill introduces some simple modifications you can make to your office to help you use your vision more effectively and increase your independence.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:09
Communication 05/17/2009Dr. Bill tells you why and how you should communicate your vision problem openly with your employer and co-workers.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:25
Taking The Bus 05/10/2009Hesitant about taking public transport? Dr. Bill's tips will help you get the most out of the resources available.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:28
Improving Your Mobility 05/04/2009Dr. Bill tells you all about low-vision aids that will improve your mobility.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:42
Sunglasses For Low Vision 04/26/2009Today Dr. Bill discusses how folks with low vision should select sunglasses.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:15:43
Ride Sharing 04/19/2009Ride sharing: Getting to work, play or school. How to set it up and what it costs.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:54
Goalball 04/17/2009"Goalball is the game of choice for visually impaired" by Amy Donaldson, from the Deseret News, Friday, March 27, 2009.Reader: Joe Jurca00:06:17
Echo vision: The man who sees with sound 04/15/2009This article, by Daniel Kish will introduce you to an astounding technique for getting around based on the principles of sonic echolocation.Reader: Joe Jurca00:14:21
Driving with Low Vision 04/11/2009Many people with low vision aren't aware that they can get restricted, even unrestricted driver's licenses. Dr. Bill discusses your options in detail.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:00
Unusual Part of Idol Singer's Success 04/06/2009"Unusual part of American Idol singer's success story" by Randy Cordova from the March 3, 2009 Arizona RepublicReader: Anne Marie Howard00:07:31
Stovetop & Oven Cooking 04/05/2009Dr. Bill shares more tips that will help you cook on your stovetop or oven.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:41
Sail Around the World 04/02/2009Legally blind North Fort Myers man to sail around the world" from the Fort Myers, Florida News-Press, March 23rd 2009Author: Cristela Guerra, Reader: Joe Jurca00:05:43
Hoops Hero, 03/30/2009"Matt Steven is blind, but that didn't stop him from being a hoops hero." From "Life of Reilly" by Rick Reilly, in ESPN The Magazine, March 11, 2009.Reader: Joe Jurca00:05:52
Hot Breakfasts 03/29/2009Dr. Bill's ideas for hot, sumptious breakfasts you can prepare yourself.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita00:10:48
Blind Coach Helps Players "See" 03/24/2009"Blind coach helps players "see" their way to the top" from the Washington County Nebraska Pilot-Tribune, March 2, 2009, by Scott KerberReader: Joe Jurca00:05:11
Quick Breakfast 03/22/2009Dr. Bill's ideas for quick, healthy breakfasts you can prepare yourself.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:38
Kitchen Lighting 03/16/2009Dr. Bill's tips and tricks on how best to light your kitchen.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:37
Kitchen Aids 03/08/2009Today, Dr. Bill reviews kitchen aids for people with low visionReader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:08:35
Kitchen Organizing 03/01/2009Dr. Bill's tips on organizing your kitchen.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:08:19
Help With Dressing 02/21/2009Tips and tricks to help those with low-vision get dressed.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:10:59
Help With Shaving and Makeup 02/15/2009Tips and tricks with magnifying mirrors and other gadgets to help with shaving and applying makeup.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:39
Bathroom Lighting 02/07/2009Dr. Bill offers low-vision folks some sage advice on how to properly light your bathroom.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:04:56
Low-Vision Grooming 02/01/2009Today, Dr. Bill offers commonsense tips to help you with personal grooming.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:53
Tips When Showering 01/25/2009Dr. Bill shares tips that will safely get you through that daily shower.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:06:36
Morning Exercises 01/18/2009Exercise is an important part of your life. This talk gives people with low vision important tips on staying in shape.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Jaymie Takeshita00:12:32
Tips for In-Home Travel 01/11/09How to navigate through your home during the middle of the night.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: June Takeshita00:06:11
Services for the Legally Blind 12/28/2008Are you eligible for services and benefits for the legally blind?Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:08
Dealing With Friends and Family 12/21/2008What friends and family need to know about your vision loss.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:07:03
Rehabilitation Centers 12/14/2008A comprehensive low vision rehabilitation center is one of the best places to get help improving your vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Brett Takeshita00:09:59
Finding Low-Vis Information 12/07/2008How to find the information to help people with low vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Evan Kamei00:06:36
Communication 11/29/2008Communicate with friends, family members, and co-workers about your vision.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Evan Kamei00:05:56
The Proper Attitude 11/23/2008Having the proper attitude to live with low vision and taking the first step towards success.Reader: Dr. Bill Takeshita, Engineer: Evan Kamei00:10:21
Success Story: A Blind ChefShe Sees No Reason Not To Be A ChefReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:57
Visually Impaired Painter Feels Her Way Round SubjectsA 61 year-old British woman, with the proper training, paints and sells her first paintingAuthor: Adam Morris, Reader: Joe Jurca00:03:23
Dealing With Vision Loss 05/28/2008Guide Dog Provides Eyes - and a PartnerReader: Anne Marie Howard00:07:48
Dealing With Vision Loss 12/08/2007Graduating Blind Student After DeathReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:33
Dealing With Vision Loss 12/08/2007The Blind DoctorReader: Anne Marie Howard00:03:45
Dealing With Vision Loss 11/19/2007Being Blind Does Not Keep Jack GroundedReader: Anne Marie Howard00:02:57
Dealing With Vision Loss 11/12/2007Man Gets A Second Chance to Work After Losing SightReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:53
Dealing With Vision Loss 11/12/2007Blind twins pay tribute to their teacherReader: Anne Marie Howard00:04:55
Dealing With Vision Loss 11/06/2007Blind AmbitionReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:35
Dealing With Vision Loss 11/06/2007Crashing Through: A True Story of RiskReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:10
Dealing With Vision Loss 10/31/2007Legally Blind Student Meets Every ChallengeReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:00
Dealing With Vision Loss 10/31/2007Eye Rock 500 RaceReader: Anne Marie Howard00:04:31
Dealing With Vision Loss 10/30/2007Blind Woman Hits Hole-In-OneReader: Anne Marie Howard00:02:50
Dealing With Vision Loss 10/15/2007Teenager Faces Cancer With CourageReader: Anne Marie Howard00:07:06
Dealing With Vision Loss 09/24/2007Blind Youth Can Now Fulfill Their Astronaut DreamsReader: Max Flehinger00:04:35
Dealing With Vision Loss 09/23/2007Blind Teens Catch Waves at Good Harbor BeachReader: Anne Marie Howard00:05:47
Dealing With Vision Loss 09/23/2007Blind Sheriff's AnalystReader: Max Flehinger00:07:33

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