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What are some hobbies that a newly visually impaired person can take on? (self.Blind)
submitted by ctothezzz
My grandma had a fall the other day that caused one of her replaced corona's popped and she had to get it surgically fixed and is now recovery with very little vision. Her other eye has had a failing corona for years so she can hardly see out of that one already. She doesn't have much to do and my grandpa has dementia so he isn't able to completely support her. I live in another state and have been calling her to keep her company but I can tell she is very frustrated by her inability to do the things she used to be able to do just a couple days earlier. What are some things I could mention to her or get for her that can help fill up some of her time?
yoyo2718 3 points 1y ago
Audiobooks? She can register with the National library service and use the Bard app on a smartphone (or computer) for instant access to a huge library, or have her local library mail her a talking book player with cartridges for specific books. You need a dr note to get the NLS account as I recall, but after that it’s pretty easy.
SqornshellousZ 1 points 1y ago
Yoga classes. If balance is an issue, seated or just take childs pose.
Rowing, Dragonboat, kayaking.
Rowing, Dragonboat, kayaking.
sunflowerdecay 1 points 1y ago
She needs to get into rehab and training if she is newly blind and hasnt done it, especially with a loved one with dementia. I have dementia in my family and it's quite complicated. I'd also be sure their smoke detectors work. She could at least use the living skills class to navigate her home and take care of herself.
Cooking is an option, sewing, knitting and crochet, sculpting, and gardening. Maybe indoor gardening. Audio books, music. I love the quality of a record player. Cassettes are easy to use. Netflix has audio descriptions.
Cooking is an option, sewing, knitting and crochet, sculpting, and gardening. Maybe indoor gardening. Audio books, music. I love the quality of a record player. Cassettes are easy to use. Netflix has audio descriptions.
[deleted] 1 points 1y ago
They have old school radio shows online for free. They would be from her generation.
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