Low Vision Blog

The Vispero hardware team is looking forward to joining the assistive technology community at the 41st Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, taking place March 9 – 13, 2026, at the Marriott Anaheim in Anaheim, CA. CSUN is an important opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and explore how accessible technology continues to evolve. We invite you […]

February is Low Vision Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of low vision conditions and highlighting the tools, resources, and technologies that help individuals maintain independence and quality of life. Low vision affects millions of people worldwide and cannot be fully corrected even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. One of […]

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss worldwide. Often called the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma can progress slowly and without noticeable symptoms until vision loss has already occurred. While there is currently no cure, early detection, treatment, and the […]

January is Braille Literacy Month—a time to honor the birth of Louis Braille, the inventor of the braille system, born on January 4, 1809.  We celebrate the power of braille and its vital role in literacy, independence, and opportunity for people who are blind or have low vision. Braille is more than a reading and […]

October is Blindness Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, promoting inclusivity, and highlighting the tools and resources that help individuals who are blind or have low vision live more independently. While blindness affects millions of people worldwide, it’s important to recognize that vision loss exists on a spectrum. Many individuals are not fully […]

September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, a time dedicated to encouraging people to take charge of their well-being, remain active, and adopt positive lifestyle changes as they age.  One important aspect of healthy aging is maintaining independence, which can be challenging if you’re experiencing low vision due to age-related eye conditions such as macular […]

August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and as children head back to school, it’s a reminder of how important it is to protect and care for young eyes. Healthy vision plays a crucial role in a child’s learning, development, and overall well-being. Vision problems can sometimes go unnoticed, especially in school-age children, which […]

This year marks a significant milestone, the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush, the ADA was a monumental step toward ending discrimination against people with disabilities and ensuring equal opportunities in all areas of public life. It laid the foundation […]

Every July, we come together to recognize Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and diversity of people with disabilities. Rooted in the landmark signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990, which was a major civil rights milestone. It prohibits discrimination based on disability in areas such […]

June is Cataract Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cataracts—a leading cause of vision loss in the United States. Although cataracts may be one of the most common causes of vision loss, it is also one of the most treatable. According to Prevent Blindness “an estimated 20.5 million Americans aged 40 years […]