Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Resources for the low-vision community

L H Marchi

    Journal of Ophthalmic Nursing & Technology
    |May 1, 1996
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    The National Association for Visually Handicapped (NAVH) supports individuals with low vision, a widely unrecognized disability. This organization provides crucial resources and information for the visually impaired community and their families worldwide.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same journal

    What lens is that new patient wearing? Identifying, inspecting, and verifying the parameters of rigid and soft contact lenses.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    Same journal

    Monitoring patients at risk for drug-induced opacities.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    Same journal

    Lifestyle is an important factor in good ocular health.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    Same journal

    Contact lens alternatives to laser vision correction.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    Same journal

    Worksheet to calculate permanent visual impairment.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    Same journal

    Optic neuritis in children.

    Journal of ophthalmic nursing & technology·2002
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Disability Studies
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The visually impaired community, specifically those with low vision, remains largely unrecognized by the public.
    • Parental frustration in accepting children with partial sight led to the formation of self-help groups.
    • Early efforts focused on providing essential information for parents of partially sighted children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the needs of the visually impaired population who are not totally blind.
    • To document the establishment and evolution of an organization serving this community.
    • To underscore the importance of public recognition and support for individuals with low vision.

    Main Methods:

    • Historical review of parent self-help discussion groups initiated in the 1960s.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Analysis of the development and expansion of the National Association for Visually Handicapped (NAVH).
  • Examination of the agency's role in information dissemination regarding vision impairment.

    • Main Results:

    • The NAVH exclusively serves individuals with low vision, a growing but overlooked demographic.
    • Parent support groups provided foundational information for early publications on partially sighted children.
    • The agency has broadened its scope to encompass all age groups and global vision information.

    Conclusions:

    • The NAVH plays a vital role in supporting the low vision community.
    • Continued public awareness and recognition are crucial for the visually impaired.
    • The organization's expansion reflects a growing need for comprehensive vision-related information and support globally.