Instructional Videos
These videos were produced with the help of a grant provided by Cisco Systems, Inc.
Working with Blind or Visually Impaired Patients
This this video provides health care personnel with strategies for working effectively with patients who have low vision or are blind. Applying just a few communication skills will improve the experience for patients and help provide effective medical care.
Low Vision and the Low Vision Exam
Presented by Selma Chin, O.D., Low Vision Optometrist
This video gives an overview of the definition of low vision as well as a description of the low vision exam and how the exam differs from a regular eye exam. Included are techniques for improving low vision such as high-contrast lighting and aids and how contrast, near vision, far vision and field of vision affect low vision.
Caltrain Audible Ticket Vending Machine
The Accessible Ticket Vending Machine also known as a (TVM), is an audible ticket vending machine that has been designed to enable Blind and Visually Impaired individuals to purchase public transportation tickets independently. This machine has an audio button that will convert the menu from text only to an auditory menu. A step by step explanation automatically begins describing the lay out of the machine so that the user can search efficiently for the menu buttons, volume adjustments, the payment input, and describes where to locate the ticket dispenser and change compartment.
Fall Prevention
This video is designed to address home safety to help blind and visually impaired persons reduce their risk of falling.
Money Identification
This video demonstrates some of the ways a visually impaired or blind person can identify the denominations of coins and bills in their possession.
iBill Talking Banknote Money Identifier
Pen Friend Voice Audio Labeler System