Blogs

Cane Tracks
Life in the Iowa Department for the Blind's Orientation Center

Meet students in the IDB Orientation Center and go on a journey with them as they learn to adapt to their vision loss. Each student brings a new perspective and new challenges and accomplishments to follow as they go through the center's six daily classes. Ever thought about a blind person working a radial arm saw? Check it out at idbcomm.wordpress.com!

Technology for the Blind
On gadgets, gizmos and access technology for the blind & visually impaired

Tech-savvy staff members for the Iowa Department for the Blind discuss accessible devices, computer software, policies and issues on this popular subject. Topics include the latest in accessible devices for the blind and visually impaired and comparing one device against another. This blog is maintained to share ideas and information about the world of accessible technology for the blind and visually impaired. Check it out at blindtechnology.wordpress.com!

Blind Living
Lifestyle & leisure of the blind and visually impaired

This blog is written by staff members of the Iowa Department for the Blind who are passionate about their leisure activities and hobbies. In this blog, the reader will get a sense of not only the different ways the blind enthusiast participates in these activities, but that one’s passion and innovation goes beyond vision. Visit the blog at: blindliving.wordpress.com