Macular Degeneration Help
Free Books on TapeThe National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped provides recorded materials through the Libary of Congress to those who live in the U.S. Each state is serviced by a library that loans the cassette player and books on tape.Once your application is submitted and processed, a cassette player is mailed out and the book selection can be made by either the library based on your preferences or by specific request of a title or author. Free books on tape and magazines in audio form are delivered to eligible readers by postage-free mail and are returned in the same manner. Specially designed cassette players are also loaned free to those who borrow talking books from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. An amplifier is available for individuals with hearing loss as well. Click here to read about eligibility and how to get an application: Free Books on Tape Free Audio Magazine ArticlesDo you miss reading your favorite magazine? Well, miss it no longer. Choice Magazine Listening (CML) offers FREE audio magazine articles for the visually impaired.CML chooses articles from 100 leading magazines and records them. Every other month this free service provides its subscribers with 8 hours of: articles, fiction and poetry read by professional voices and recorded on four-track cassette tapes. The 4-track cassette player is available free from the Library of Congress. Call Choice Magazine Listening at 1-888-724-6423 to get started.
Patient Aid for Macular Degeneration DrugsThere are programs by the pharmaceutical companies that can assist you with the cost of drugs like Macugen, Lucentis, and Avastin. Each drug company has different criteria, but I have included their contact telephone numbers if you want to see if you qualify.√ For Financial Assistance for Macugen call the Macugen Access Program at 1-866-272-8838. √ For Financial Assistance for Lucentis call the Genentech Access Solutions Support Line at 1-888-249-4918. √ For Financial Assistance for Avantis call the Genentech Access Solutions Support Line at 1-888-249-4918. Free Large Print Books
Free large print books are available at most local libraries. Our local library offers a dedicated section of just large print books in a variety of genres. Many libraries also offer a delivery service to those with vision problems.Call your local library to see what they offer. Reading can often be difficult for those with age related macular degeneration. With the combination of better lighting, a full page magnifier, and large print books, it is possible to continue the joy of reading. Free Large Print Books Living with Macular DegenerationGet practical tips on living with macular degeneration.Learn how to use contrast to see your dishes or to find your bathroom towel. Read what others who have macular degeneration are sharing about how to improve your environment for better visibility and how to best utilize the vision that you do have.
Living with Macular Degeneration
Macular Degeneration Resource Books  Although there is lots of great information on macular degeneration on the internet, it still is no substitute for well written comprehensive information. There are many great macular degeneration resource books to help guide you in prevention, treatment and every day living with AMD. Books, written by macular degeneration specialists and patients who have adapted to their disease, offer so much insight and information regarding all aspects of this degenerative eye disease. I've read them all and give my reviews here:
Macular Degeneration Resource Books
Low Vision RehabilitationDid you know that you CAN continue to do the many activities you have always enjoyed like reading, watching TV, and cooking? Most likely you will need the help of a low vision specialist.A low vision specialist can help you: learn to use your peripheral vision, assist you in adapting your home with better lighting and other aids, and fit you with the most appropriate glasses, magnifiers, and other low vision devices. Click here to read more about macular degeneration help through a low vision specialist:
Low Vision Rehab
Orientation and Mobility"Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is special training to help a person with a vision impairment get from one place to another as safely, efficiently, and independently as possible."Andrea Story, Parent-Infant Educator SESA An Orientation and Mobility Specialist can: 1) Evaluate the skills (not your vision) you use to get around and 2) Teach you methods of getting around your home, office, church, grocery stores, etc. To learn more about this type of training click here
Orientation and Mobility
Macular Degeneration SupportMacular degeneration support groups may be found in your local area or you may find that the best place for AMD support is on-line.On line support and monthly tele-support seminars are available for those with macular degeneration or for their friends and family members. Click here to learn more: Macular Degeneration Support Driving with Low Vision
The affects of age related macular degeneration (AMD) on driving is different for each person and for the driving conditions.
For instance on a very sunny day, glare can impair your ability to see. People with AMD often have problems with glare and the ability to see objects or cars when there is little contrast - like a white car on a snowy day or a black car at night. To learn more about how macular degeneration impacts ones driving ability click here: Driving with Low Vision Tax BenefitsIn the U.S. if you have visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye with best correction possible you are considered legally blind.You may qualify for a special federal tax deduction. You also may qualify for state and property tax deductions. Check with your tax adviser and your local government.
Free Eye Exams
Macular Degeneration help is available through
EyeCare America.
EyeCare America is a public service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Eye care is provided through volunteer ophthalmologists at no cost to those who qualify. It offers free eye exams for people 65 and older who meet these qualifications: √ Are age 65 and older √ Are US citizens or legal residents √ Have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years √ Do not belong to an HMO or the VA People may refer anytime, for themselves and/or family members or friends to see if they qualify for a free eye exam or to request free AMD educational material. Click her to go to:
EyeCare America
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