Toolbox

Additional Videos

Threading a Needle

Vision loss doesn't have to keep you from doing the things you want to do, like working, cooking, shopping, or caring for your home. We have a toolbox for you filled with easy-to-use techniques that can give you back your independence.

Open the Toolbox

• Using the Telephone
• Dollars and Sense
• Do It Write!
• Gadgets and Gizmos.
• What's in the Can?
• What's for Dinner?
• Looking Good
• A Stitch in Time
• Measure for Measure

Video tips

• Organizing/identifying your money
• Labeling canned goods
• Threading a needle
• Threading a needle Part II
• Telling Time

Iowa Department for the Blind staff are available to answer your "how to" questions and provide the training you need to work and live independently. Contact the Department for more information about this subject or other areas of concern. 

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