Kelley Vision and Technology Services

08/20/2026

Did you know that browsers like Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome have built-in text to speech readers?
These browsers use voices powered by AI, which provide a more human-sounding reader. You can use it to read web pages, documents, and more. In Microsoft Edge, you can activate the reader by clicking the reader mode or by pressing f9, then clicking "read aloud." You can also hit control+shift+u to start and stop reading. Screen reader users can find voice options by using the up and down arrows, where you can change the voice and reading speed.
In Google Chrome, go to the chrome menu by pressing the alt key, then up arrow to more tools. Press the right arrow key, then down arrow to reader. From there, you can hit play to start listening to the page, and navigate to the settings menu to adjust the voice speed and switch to a different voice. You can also access these features with the mouse.
The AI reader requires an internet connection. Chrome and Edge will default to standard text to speech voices when offline. AI voices require more energy usage than basic text to speech voices. This will not affect your device but requires more energy from Microsoft and Google, since AI models require higher processing power that cannot be efficiently managed on your device.
Try out reader mode in your preferred browser, and let us know what you think in the comments!

08/19/2026

Check out this tool for pulling out an oven rack!
You may be wondering, "why not just use oven mitts?" There are situations when someone may not be able to use them. For example, if a person is unable to use two hands at once, either due to a disability or a temporary circumstance. Perhaps your oven mitts are wet which makes it dangerous to use them in an oven. Maybe the rack itself is stuck or out of alignment, and you need to fix it immediately.
This tool will help! You can slide it into the oven, hook the rack, and pull it out. You can also use it to push the rack back in place.
Consider purchasing this item through the link below. All purchases enable us to donate to charitable organizations and to sponsor community events.
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08/19/2026

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08/18/2026

See3D
Check out ?Se 3D!
See 3D is an organization run by volunteers to help people who are blind and visually impaired gain access to accessible 3D models. They have many models to choose from, and they will either ship the model to you, or you can download the printing instructions yourself and use a local 3D printer. Many public libraries offer 3D printing services.
If you'd like a model of something See 3D doesn't offer, you can submit custom requests. You can either submit an existing 3D design, or work with them to create a new one for you.
Find out more information below.
https://see3d.org/

08/17/2026

Have you heard of Be My Eyes?
Be My Eyes is an app that will connect you with sighted volunteers for free. You can use it for help matching clothing, reding labels on packages, using appliances, or reading your computer screen when text to speech fails. There are countless ways to receive help from a Be My Eyes volunteer.
Be MY Eyes also has a feature so that you can set up a group of volunteers you know. Anyone in your group must be signed up to be a volunteer in general. When you need help, the app will notify everyone in the group until someone answers.
The app also has an AI feature built into it. On your phone, you can share pictures to the app, or manually take pictures from within the app. When using the app on your computer, you can take screenshots, have it grab a picture from your clipboard, use the camera on your computer, or you can manually upload a picture. On both mobile and desktop, you can ask the AI follow up questions about your photo. The app then saves the pictures and descriptions so you can browse through your history in case you need them again.
Be My Eyes can also connect to your meta glasses. This is strictly for calling volunteers since Meta has its own AI, but it may be easier for volunteers to see through your glasses than your phone, depending on what you need help with.
If you haven't tried it yet, or you'd like to be a volunteer, download Be My Eyes from the app store today!

08/14/2026

Do you or someone you know have a disability and have an interest in playing sports?
Check out Empower Sports!
This organization creates events for all people with disabilities, and is dedicated to ensuring participation regardless of disability. Sports include kickball, soccer, softball, and golf. They have several events a month around Ohio. Visit their calendar to find an event near you!
https://www.empowersports.org/page/show/3274691-calendar

08/13/2026

As children with disabilities return to school, it's important to understand their rights. Whether your a parent or a student, this post is for you.
All students with disabilities enrolled in public schools are entitled to an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Setting IEP goals is an important part of the meeting. Many IEPs have goals which are not achieved by the next update, and in some cases, the same goal appears on each IEP all throughout a student's education.
When setting IEP goals, the SMART acronym is a useful tool. Goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timebound.
Some examples of good IEP goals are:
Emily will independently navigate to each of her classes with 90% accuracy.
J***y will complete 9 out of 10 assignments using a switch control when technology is required.
Ella will advocate for herself when she needs assignments in an accessible format. Teachers will report when she advocates for her needs, and these reports will be reviewed at our next meeting.
It's a good idea to review the IEP goals you set at your last meeting, and determine what steps are being taken to achieve those goals this school year.

08/13/2026

Marie is at the Ohio Accessibility Expo today! Come on out to the Fawcett Center at OSU and check out all the resources that are available!

08/12/2026

It's back to school season, and the perfect time to purchase a new backpack!
Are you a wheelchair user or do you know someone who is? These bag is specially designed for wheelchair users, with a shoulder strap for carrying when disconnected from the chair. It has a pouch at the top which can be used for storing medications, Consider purchasing it through the link below. All sales generate a commission, which we use to donate to charities and to sponsor community events.
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