Inclusive Technology

“Technology is the single greatest aid to someone with sight loss.

Technology removes the barriers to education, employment and allows people with sight loss to fully engage with life and be independent”

There is a wide range of technologies and tools available to assist people who are blind or have low vision.

Whether you wish to use a computer, phone or mobile device, access materials in print or become more efficient at work, school or university ā€“ there is a piece of technology available that can help.

If you have any questions or need any technology support, please contact Vision Ireland Labs on 1800 911 110Ā or email [email protected].

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Technology Support Helpdesk

Vision Ireland Labs

Vision Ireland Labs is the technology department within Vision Ireland and offers a number of services to people with sight loss including technology support, assessments, demonstrations, and training.

For more detailedĀ  information please visit the Vision Ireland Labs page

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Vision Ireland Labs – Technology Podcasts

We regularly deliver Technology Podcasts where we discuss latest tech releases, news and more. All events are recorded and made available as podcasts and on YouTube for you to listen to or watch back afterwards.

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Technology Support Helpdesk

We offer a dedicated support line and email address for technical support related to assistive and mainstream technology.

The service is free for people with sight loss and their families. We also offer technical advice on assistive technology to schools and employers.

The Technology Support Helpdesk is operated between 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.

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Technology for Sight Loss

If you have little or no vision, you may find it difficult or impossible to do things that so many people now take for granted. These include using the internet, booking flights, reading printed items such as books, magazines, newspapers or even mail that comes through the door. Technology can help, If the right technology is used you will enjoy the same independence and inclusion as everyone else

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Technology News

From smart home technology to mobile applications, keep up to date with the latest technology news and developments for people with sight loss.
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Virtual Technology Clubs

The Virtual Clubs are online Group Chats where you can learn about and discuss the latest technology about overcomingĀ  barriers in your daily life with other people in the Sight Loss Community
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Technology Events

The Vision Ireland Labs Team frequently organise technology events and training courses which you can get involved in. These can be virtual, or take place in one of our training facilities.
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Accessibility Review Service

The Vision Ireland Labs team offers a variety of accessibility services to ensure your website or mobile application is W3C compliant and accessible to everyone, including people with sight loss.

We also provide a document review and remediation service so you can be confident that your documents are fully accessible.

Accessibility Review Service