visually impaired

Since its creation, the Valentin Haüy Association has supported and assisted blind and partially-sighted persons. With a presence all over France, the association helps people affected by visual disabilities to gain greater autonomy and to overcome isolation in their daily lives. Read more

Welcomed as revolutionary a few years back, augmented reality has, however, known some ups and downs in terms of its application in the medical world. It’s considered one of the most promising types of digital technology, especially in the area of assistance to people affected by visual impairment. Here’s an overview of innovations under development in the sector. Read more

Getting around is one of the most essential everyday issues for people affected by sight loss. Finding one’s way around safely represents a major challenge in daily life. Aira has come up with a new high-tech solution that’s very promising. Read more

The result of more than two years of collaboration between the French Regional Technical Center for Visual Disability (CTRDV) and the studio typographies.fr, Luciole (meaning firefly), is a real revolution for people with sight difficulties. This typeface offers optimal readability for all those affected by forms of visual impairment. Read more

When one is visually impaired, technical aids can represent a sizeable expense. In France, there are various types of financial support available, which facilitate the purchase of low-vision aids that are indispensable to daily life. Read more