The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio

06/14/2026

From Hadley:

“Nobody knows how to be low vision when it happens—you have to learn from someone else. And that also goes for the emotional side.”
That quote comes from Sam Seavey, host of The Blind Life podcast, in a conversation with Hadley's Joan Jaeger. Sam usually covers assistive technology, but in this interview they discuss the emotions that often occur when someone experiences vision loss—and how ignoring these feelings can get in the way of other learning. They also describe Hadley’s Adjusting and Coping Together video series and how it can help. Check out the podcast below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsuXqteszyA

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In this episode of The Blind Life Podcast, I sit down with Joan Jaeger from Hadley to talk about the emotional side of vision loss, peer support, asking for ...

06/13/2026

Relive our panel discussion from the premiere of Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment, featuring Dawn Christensen, Barry McEwen, and Ginny Place.

Recorded on Wednesday, October 22, 2025Discussion Panel at the Wo...

06/12/2026

From BG Independent News
Braille opens world of possibilities for Crim student and her paraprofessional

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https://bgindependentmedia.org/braille-opens-world-of-possibilities-for-crim-student-and-her-paraprof
ssional/

06/11/2026

Check out the Telly Award Winning documentary about The Sight Center.

This 30-minute film examines the impact of the organization originally founded in 1923 as the Toledo Society for the Blind. Beyond Sight tells a compelling story through the voices of clients, staff, and others with unique perspectives.
Learn More: https://sightcentertoledo.org/beyond-sight/
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06/10/2026

Looks like we got another generous donation from our Amazon Wish List!
You can help too by purchasing an item from The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio’s Amazon Wish List. Each item directly supports our programs and services — from assistive technology training to adaptive daily living tools. Your gift today helps us continue changing lives through independence and inclusion.
https://a.co/7I9Q8hi

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06/09/2026

Getting started is simple—just reach out to us! Even if your ophthalmologist or optometrist hasn’t referred you, you can self-refer at any time. There’s no obligation, and we’re happy to answer any questions before you schedule an appointment. Call, email, or complete our Self-Referral Form to take the first step today.
https://sightcentertoledo.org/services/how-to-get-started/
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06/08/2026

“What do you actually see?” This is one of the most common questions asked of people with a vision impairment. That’s why we’ve created The Sight Center Vision Impairment Simulator.

https://sightcentertoledo.org/eyeconditions/vision-impairment-simulator/

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Vision Impairment Simulator “What do you actually see?” This is one of the most common questions asked of people with a vision impairment. That’s why we’ve created The Sight Center Vision Impairment Simulator.   The Simulator depicts several of the most common vision impairments, including ...

06/07/2026

Vision Rehabilitation Week recognizes the life-changing services that help people with vision loss maintain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Through orientation and mobility training, assistive technology, independent living skills instruction, vocational services, and other rehabilitation supports, people with vision loss can continue to live, work, and participate fully in their communities.

This week also celebrates the dedicated professionals who provide these essential services and raises awareness of the critical role vision rehabilitation plays in promoting inclusion, self-determination, and opportunity for people of all ages experiencing vision loss.

During Vision Rehabilitation Week, we proudly recognize and celebrate our talented service providers at The Sight Center, whose expertise, compassion, and commitment empower people with vision loss to achieve their goals and lead more independent lives.

https://visionservealliance.org/visionrehabilitationweek2026/

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06/06/2026

The Sight Center's Andrea Marley talks about guide dogs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjRoQ3sOCLc

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06/05/2026

A researcher at University of Toronto developed a haptic vest that uses vibration signals to help DeafBlind climber Karolina Pakėnaitė communicate with guides during her planned 2027 ascent of Mount Everest, potentially making her the first DeafBlind person to summit the mountain.

Learn more:

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A high-tech vest built by a University of Toronto Mississauga researcher will help guide Karolina Pakėnaitė as she attempts to become the first DeafBlind person to scale Mount Everest.Pakėnaitė plans to wear a signal-sending vest co-created by Leon Lu, an assistant professor at U of T Mississaug...