There are many innovative technology products that have been designed and produced for people with vision impairments to have independence around the home. Many of the products are mainstream items that are available through manufacturers, whilst others are specifically designed and purchased from companies such as Vision Australia, Guide Dogs or available on the worldwide web.
Vision Australia has a comprehensive website detailing ideas to assist around the home, including:
- appliances (gauges and controls)
- talking watches, clocks and phones
- kitchen tools
- food labelling
- personal grooming (talking thermometres, scales and blood pressure gauges)
- clothing labels
- calendars
- talking calculators.
These products all have an ability to increase independence for people with vision impairment.