Hadley

10/23/2026

Heading to the Vision Expo in Chicago next Tuesday?

Be sure to stop by the Hadley booth! We'd love to say hello, hear what's on your mind, and share some of the ways Hadley can help with life with vision loss.

Thanks to Blind Service Chicago for bringing the community together!

https://www.blindservicechicago.org/meetings-events/vision-expo/

Join the Blind Service Chicago community! Discover our programs, services, and events like the Vision Expo.

10/22/2026

When vision loss changes everyday life, family and friends may be adjusting, too, and wondering how best to offer support.

When is help helpful? How can everyone figure out what works together?

On Hadley’s refreshed website and new app, your family and friends can find practical ideas for offering support while letting each person decide what works for them.
https://hadleyhelps.org/family

Hadley’s support is available without cost, without waitlists, and on demand.

When someone you care about is facing vision loss, you may want to help but don’t know how. Hadley helps you understand what they’re going through and find ways to offer support while respecting their independence.

10/20/2026

When you can't clearly see what's in front of you, a chair pulled out from the table can catch you by surprise.

Here's one technique to help you detect obstacles in your way as your vision changes.

For a few more techniques, visit Hadley's video Protecting Yourself from Bumping into Things: https://hadley.info/4ytEBlS

All of Hadley's resources and support are at no cost.

10/19/2026

Help is in sight in New Hampshire!

We're honored to recognize our partner Future In Sight with Hadley's Help Is in Sight badge!

For more than 100 years, Future in Sight has helped people of all ages living with vision loss build skills, stay connected, and navigate everyday life with greater confidence.

From learning to get around safely to exploring helpful technology, their team brings practical support right into people's homes and communities.

Thank you, Future in Sight, for all you do!

Learn more about their work: https://futureinsight.org/

10/17/2026

What can Meta smart glasses do and not do for someone with vision loss?

Hadley's Ricky Enger and Steve Kelley put the glasses to the test on tasks from reading mail to identifying things in the kitchen, and even getting support through Be My Eyes.

Hear what worked, what didn't, and what surprised them in this week's Hadley Presents podcast linked below:

Or listen on:
Apple Podcasts: https://hadley.info/3VOqNF7
Spotify: https://hadley.info/4yilgUN


Be My Eyes
Low Vision Tech

There's been a lot of talk about Meta AI Smart Glasses, but how helpful are they for people with vision loss? Ricky and Steve put them to the test with everyday tasks, showing where they work well and where they fall short.

10/16/2026

Many people tell us how uncomfortable it can feel to ask for help, especially when they’ve always been the one helping others.

On Hadley’s refreshed website and new app, hear from people with vision loss about how they found ways to get support while staying independent. You’ll also find practical tips and tools to help.

Select the link below to explore, or share it with someone who could use a trusted place to begin.
https://hadleyhelps.org/asking-for-help

Hadley’s support is available without cost, without waitlists, and on demand.

If you're used to doing things on your own, it can be hard to ask for help after losing your vision. With Hadley, you can find ways to get the support you need while staying independent.

10/15/2026

Wondering if it's time to try a white cane?

Bruce has lived with progressive vision loss for many years. He says, "I hesitated and resisted for a long, long time."

When he finally started using a cane for safer travel, he discovered something he hadn't expected.

On White Cane Day, hear Bruce tell his story at the link below.

As Bruce lost more of his vision, a white cane brought some unexpected benefits to getting around and being with others.

10/13/2026

Looking for ways to keep using your computer as your vision changes?

A screen reader like NVDA can help by speaking what's on your screen.

Here's a quick tip for starting NVDA and stopping it from speaking when you want to.

This Tech Tip Tuesday is from Hadley and the Foundation Fighting Blindness. Visit HadleyHelps.org for more videos on NVDA.

Video Description: Begins with "Tech Tip Tuesday" on top and a view of the Welcome to NVDA dialog box. Below is the text NVDA: Start & Shush at the bottom, along with the logos from Hadley and the Foundation Fighting Blindness. Step-by-step instructions are narrated. Ends with the logos again, followed by "Learn more at HadleyHelps.org" and a finger-pointing icon.

10/11/2026

If you or a loved one is on the fence about exploring the white cane, you're not alone. For some, it's more than just learning how to use one.

Ahead of White Cane Day on Thursday, hear from people who've navigated the uncertainty and misunderstanding, but also discovered the freedom that can come with using a white cane.

Listen or read at the link below. And if you have experiences or helpful insights to share, we'd love to hear them in the comments.

For many, picking up the cane isn’t easy. Vision loss is a spectrum, and the cane can invite personal uncertainty and public misunderstanding. Yet our members often share how it becomes a source of freedom and connection. Hear their stories in honor of World White Cane Day on October 15.

10/10/2026

"So I haven't driven in over a year, and that's a really hard one for me because I was . . . so independent."

Carolee shares her experience living with macular degeneration in this episode of Insights & Sound Bites, including the uncertainty and gratitude she feels along the way.

Listen to her story below, or on:
Spotify: https://hadley.info/4yKcqQO
Apple Podcasts: https://hadley.info/3VsmQ94

When Carolee was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration, she was angry and frustrated. Over time, resentment began to fade a bit and the shock wore off. Gradually, her perspective started to shift.