Author: Freedom Scientific

How to Choose the Right JAWS, Fusion, or ZoomText Software Edition and License

Freedom Scientific June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 0

Choosing the right Edition and License option can make a big difference in your JAWS®, ZoomText®, or Fusion™ software experience. Whether you’re a professional, a home user, or an organization providing assistive technology to your team, we offer flexible licensing options that fit your needs, environment, and budget. Let’s review the key differences and help …

Challenging Expectations at Work

Freedom Scientific November 29, 2022

Starting at a very young age, people begin to think about what they want to do and who they want to be when they grow up. Once they experience different aspects of life and pursue varying avenues of education, these expectations may change. People may face challenges and obstacles while striving to achieve their goals …

Challenging Expectations: At School

Freedom Scientific November 2, 2022

Did you know there are 57,983 registered legally blind school-age children in the United States? This number is expected to continue to grow substantially. For these school-aged children and young adults pursuing a college degree, access to printed and digital materials is essential for their educational success. Vispero’s focus has always been on developing products …

Guide Dogs – Devoted and Hardworking

Freedom Scientific August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 1

More than 50% of US households have a dog as a pet and these furry companions make great walking partners and help to reduce loneliness. About 5% of people who are blind or vision impaired have a dog that is not only a companion but also a vital part of their everyday life and helping …

Cataract Awareness Month – Get the Facts!

Freedom Scientific June 11, 2021 1

Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 40. They are also the principal cause of blindness in the world. Fifty percent of all Americans will develop cataracts by the age of 80. What is a cataract? A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens and …

10th Celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Freedom Scientific May 18, 2021

Accessibility is defined in the dictionary as “the quality of being easily reached, entered, or used by people who have a disability.” How does this apply to digital access? Through the years, digital content has become more prevalent in our lives with online banking and shopping, social media and messaging platforms used for connecting with …

What is Occupational Therapy?

Freedom Scientific April 8, 2021

According to the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), occupational therapy helps people participate in everyday activities. “Common occupational therapy interventions include helping children with disabilities to participate fully in school and social situations, helping people recovering from injury to regain skills, and providing supports for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes.” Occupational Therapy and …

How Effective is Lighting for People with Low Vision?

Freedom Scientific January 6, 2021

As you age, your eyes and vision change. The pupil reduces in size, muscles weaken, and the lens starts to stiffen which may cause blurred vision or trouble focusing. The reduced pupil size and the weakened eye muscles allow less light in and you may notice a need for increased or focused lighting. Glare sensitivity …

October is Blindness Awareness Month

Freedom Scientific October 19, 2020

A WHO study from 2010 found that there are 285 million people who are visually impaired worldwide and 39 million of these are blind. World Sight Day, which falls on the second Thursday of October, and Blindness Awareness Month, both focus on bringing awareness to blindness causes, especially ones that are preventable. Did you know? …

Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Pre-Employment Training Program

Freedom Scientific September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

The Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind has an amazing Pre-Employment Training program for Young Adults. The program runs from October to June with the students meeting up for once a month workshops and ends with a 3-week intensive workshop in July. This years’ program consisted of 7 students completing these workshops and internships. The students …