Geriatrics 216 - Occupational Therapy Interventions for Older Adults with Low Vision

Course overview

*Define low vision Identify diseases and conditions associated with low vision in older adults *Distinguish low vision from the typical vision changes associated with aging *Understand the function and components of vision *Identify components of low-vision evaluation *Understand how lighting, magnification, contrast, and working distance affect function Identify strategies to improve the use of remaining vision for everyday tasks and occupations *Be familiar with referral sources to support older adults with low vision *Describe opportunities available for professional development for low-vision practice