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05/31/2026

"I don't want to give up knitting just because I'm losing my vision. I might have to change my knitting, or I might have to change how I knit or something like that."

Hadley member Anne is one of many people who knit with vision loss.

We updated our knitting blog post below with practical tips for knitting with low vision or blindness, including ideas for using touch, contrast, lighting, labeling, and organization to make knitting easier and more enjoyable.

You'll also find links to crafting communities where you can learn from, connect with, and encourage others along the way.

What knitting tips, tools, or gadgets have helped you most?



American Council of the Blind
NFB
National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

Knitting is a rewarding way to create scarves, blankets, gifts, and much more, no matter your level of vision loss. It’s one of the most popular crafts around, and it can be learned and enjoyed by anyone—from children to older adults. Whether you’re new to the hobby or you’re ready to pick u...

05/30/2026

From awkward encounters to everyday mishaps, humor can help reframe some of the challenges that come with vision loss. Ricky talks with guest John Hewitt about finding the funny moments, laughing at yourself, and using humor as one more tool for navigating life.

You can listen to Hadley Presents on Spotify here https://bit.ly/4dC716k or on Apple Podcasts here https://hadley.info/43AmYny—or check it out below.

From awkward encounters to everyday mishaps, humor can help reframe some of the challenges that come with vision loss. Ricky talks with guest John Hewitt about finding the funny moments, laughing at yourself, and using humor as one more tool for navigating life.

05/29/2026

Lori puts it bluntly.

“Vision loss is scary,” she says. But, for her, the right help has made a big difference.

“Having resources like Hadley makes me feel less alone,” she says.

Thank you to Hadley’s donors, whose support keeps our help free and available to all who need it.

05/28/2026

Steven Scott from the Double Tap podcast joined us on Hadley Presents to talk about smart technology in the home for people with vision loss. He mentioned that some people think technical solutions won’t be right for older adults, but he finds that anyone can get excited about technology once they learn what it can do.

“I never subscribed to the theory that age has anything to do with capability,” Scott said. “I’ve met a lot of 85-year-olds who could probably outdo me with technology. It’s not about age.”


Double Tap

05/27/2026

Smartphone screens are small and can be hard to read with vision loss. But you can make it easier to read things like emails and articles by changing how the text is displayed on screen, or by having it read aloud. On an Android device, the Reading Mode app—which is free and has no ads—lets you do just that.

Want to learn how? Check out Hadley’s Reading Mode workshop below. And feel free to call us at 800-323-4238 if you have any questions.

Today we'll look at Google's Reading Mode app. This is a free app that makes longer text like articles and emails easier to read. For looking at the text, we can adjust the displays, font, color spacing and more.

05/26/2026

Is it hard to find your place on your keyboard with vision loss?

Marking just a few spots can make a big difference.

Watch how it works in this Tech Tip Tuesday from Hadley and the Foundation Fighting Blindness .

Video Description: Begins with the text “Tech Tip Tuesday” at the top and a close-up view of a computer keyboard, with labels on the F and J keys. Below is the text “Keyboard Shortcuts: Placeholders” and the Hadley and Foundation Fighting Blindness logos at the bottom. A hand using a computer keyboard appears, and the step-by-step instructions are narrated. Ends with the logos again, followed by “Learn more at: HadleyHelps.org" and the finger pointing icon below.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in military service to the United States.

Hadley will be closed for Memorial Day and will reopen Tuesday at 8 a.m. Central Time.

Our website is always open at www.HadleyHelps.org, and we look forward to speaking with you when we're back on Tuesday: 800-323-4238.

We wish you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/24/2026

“Is this done yet?”
When vision changes, small moments like checking food in the oven can suddenly become a chore.

Talking devices can make everyday tasks feel easier again by giving quick, clear answers out loud.

We gathered 5 types of talking devices many people with low vision find very useful. Listen to or read more in Hadley’s blog post below.

And if you use a favorite talking device, please share it in the comments.

Discover talking thermometers, scales, labelers, and more that help older adults with macular degeneration, glaucoma, and vision loss regain independence. Free resources from Hadley.

05/23/2026

As Mary’s vision worsened, the life she’d always known began slipping out of reach. She wasn’t sure where to turn or what might help. But a chance meeting changed things for her in ways she now hopes to pass on.

You can listen to Insights & Sound Bites on Spotify here https://hadley.info/4wDYZRX or on Apple Podcasts here https://hadley.info/4dyeUZ3—or check it out below.

As Mary's vision worsened, the life she'd always known began slipping out of reach. She wasn't sure where to turn or what might help. But a chance meeting changed things for her in ways she now hopes to pass on.

05/22/2026

Bill has found a community that understands, through Hadley's podcasts and shared experiences with others facing vision loss.

"Insights & Sound Bites helped me realize there are many others with the same history, fighting to cope and succeed."

Bill also has a recommendation: "Make sure you take advantage of the Peer to Peer program and the Adjusting & Coping Together support group."

Call us at 800-323-4238 to learn more about these programs. They are always free because of Hadley's donors. Thank you!