Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 Getting more contrast out of life: Applying contrast to Everday routines
Provider
Location
 Available Online
Date(s)
 April 28, 2023 - April 28, 2023 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
CE Hours
 1
Contact Information
 Katie Frederick kfrederick@aph.org
Registration Information
 https://aph.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OY2QoiBsRtKemcgtyCWDRA
Fees
 None
Description of CE Program/Activity
 Webinar Information Title: Getting more contrast out of life: Applying contrast to everyday routinesDate: 04/28/2023Time (stated in Eastern Time): 2:00 PMDuration: 60 minutes Description: What is contrast sensitivity? Learn how lighting, color contrast, organization techniques and existing features built into mainstream technology, make living with low vision in your home easier. The presenter will also discuss how to measure contrast sensitivity in a clinical evaluation.Where will the Recording go?YouTube PlaylistProfessional CommunitiesHive CourseInstructors (Repeat as needed)Name: Kristen L. Shifflett, OTR/L, CLVT, SCLVTitle: Occupational Therapist Affiliation: Lions Vision Research and Rehabilitation Center Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns HopkinsEmail: klindem5@jhmi.eduContent Information:Primary Core or ECC Area: n/a Target Audience: individuals, professionalsPre-requisite knowledge: none Lesson Plan Goal: To educate individuals on the importance of contrast sensitivity in visual function. Learning Objectives:1. Demonstrate how to measure contrast sensitivity in the clinic evaluation 2. Identify contrast sensitivity solutions in the home for everyday activities (cooking, leisure) 3. Describe ways to change the contrast sensitivity with technology for cell phones, computers, and e readers4.Identify various light sources for everyday activities