October 2011 - Fred's Head - The Network of Care

Tips to Organize the Medicine Cabinet

Fall is a great month to organize the medicine cabinet. Doing it then ensures that you will have plenty of time to see what you might need and stock up on the essentials before the cold and flu season sets in. Do you have multiple medicine cabinets? Start...

Published Mon, Oct 31 2011 6:01 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, APH products, Low vision, Tutorials, Household hints, Safety, Housekeeping, Newly blind, Storage, Organizing

Teach Me To See: a Video from APH

This video provides guidance on processes and activities that promote the optimal use of vision and other senses. Based upon the work and theories of Drs. Amanda Lueck and Toni Heinze, Teach Me to See gives practitioners guidance on developing and carrying...

Published Mon, Oct 31 2011 3:54 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: APH products, Low vision, Blindness, Eye research, DVD, Health and wellness

Seven Uses for Ketchup

If you're a regular reader of this site, you already know that food can be used for more than its stated purpose. Ketchup is no exception. Read on to find out how the condiment can help soothe wounds, add shine to your car, and more. Shine Your Copper...

Published Fri, Oct 28 2011 6:03 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Tutorials, Household hints, Home maintenance, Adaptation, Crafts, Health and wellness, Beauty and fashion

How to Make Tea Using a Coffee Pot

How to Make Tea Using a Coffee Pot from wikiHow - The How to Manual That You Can Edit Yes, it is possible to make tea using a coffee pot, and no it won't send your coffee maker to coffee heaven. It's a useful fix for brewing a large pot of herbal...

Published Fri, Oct 28 2011 5:46 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adaptation, Kitchen hints

Do Blind People Attend Functions?

by Donna J. Jodhan Whenever someone asks me this question, my immediate response is "and why not?" This is a frequently asked question and you know what? I always try to be polite in my responses. There is still much for the sighted world to...

Published Thu, Oct 27 2011 5:47 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Interaction

Before Getting to the Office

by Donna J. Jodhan One of the things that often occupies the mind of a disabled person on the way to work is all of the things that need to be faced before reaching the office. It all starts with the walk to the bus stop and ends with the arrival at one...

Published Thu, Oct 27 2011 5:29 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Employment, Travel, Orientation and mobility, Transportation, Personal stories

Who Else Should Be on the IEP Team?

In addition to parents, special educators, regular educators, a school system representative, someone to interpret evaluation results, and the student (when appropriate), the IEP team may also include, at the discretion of the parent or the school system...

Published Thu, Oct 27 2011 4:35 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Education, Special education, Parents, Tutorials, Teenagers

When is it Appropriate for the Student to be Included on the IEP Team?

If transition goals and services are going to be discussed, the student with a disability must be invited to attend the meeting. In reality, parents and children often make this decision together. It’s not uncommon for parents and even teachers to encourage...

Published Thu, Oct 27 2011 4:00 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Education, Special education, Parents, Tutorials, Students

Why Does Federal Law Require a General Educator To Be on the IEP Team?

The regular education teacher knows the curriculum for a child’s grade level and what children in regular education classes are typically expected to do. If the child is going to be educated in the regular education environment for any part of the school...

Published Thu, Oct 27 2011 3:40 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Education, Teaching, Special education, Parents, Tutorials

Kitchen Secrets

It seems that every good cook has their little secrets for making everything turn out perfect in the kitchen. Ever wanted to know some of their secrets? Here's a few! For Better Browning: Meat will brown better if you blot any moisture off its surface...

Published Fri, Oct 21 2011 5:30 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Kitchen hints, Cooking, Recipes

Helpful Tips for Measurements and Substitutes When Cooking

Here's some great tips for the kitchen! Thickening: Sprinkle instant mashed potato flakes into soups and gravies to thicken, a little goes a long way. Stir thoroughly and add more as needed. Every one knows this but sometimes we forget: Is your brown...

Published Thu, Oct 20 2011 5:51 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Kitchen hints, Cooking, Recipes

Blindness is not Contagious

by Donna J. Jodhan Maybe this is a touchy topic for many; but here goes. When I was growing up, I found that many people, both kids and adults alike were often afraid to approach me and other blind kids. I often used to think that maybe and just maybe...

Published Thu, Oct 20 2011 12:38 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Advocacy, Interaction, Personal stories

One of the Most Misunderstood Groups

by Donna J. Jodhan Would it be fair to say that in general, the blind community could be one of the most misunderstood groups? If so, then why? Could it be that we are misunderstood because maybe and just maybe, the mainstream society has probably not...

Published Thu, Oct 20 2011 12:33 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Advocacy, Blindness

The Accessible Technology Coalition

From the website: The AT Coalition is a project of the Center for Accessible Technology (CforAT). CforAT is one of the oldest and most respected AT Center in the US, and our staff are known for their ability to solve complex AT issues and work with people...

Published Wed, Oct 19 2011 7:38 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Electronics, Technology, Web sites, Computer aids, Assistive technology, Blindness resources, Disability resources, Information services, Computers

How to choose the proper wine glass

Every wine has certain organoleptic characteristics which are different from any other. For this reason, every wine should be served in a proper glass capable of exalting its characteristics. Wine glasses come in different shapes and characteristics,...

Published Wed, Oct 19 2011 6:34 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Kitchen hints, Eating, Dining out

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