VOICEcorps reading service

Let freedom ring! 🔔

VOICEcorps studios are closed today in observance of the July 4th holiday but that doesn't stop us from celebrating our country's 250th birthday with special programming over the next two days.

We are proud to bring our listeners curated content that allows for independence through information equity to those with low vision, no vision or other print disabilities. Make VOICEcorps part of your weekend between cookouts, firework shows and spending time with your loved ones!

Click after the star for our programming schedule ⭐https://voicecorps.org/programming/schedule/



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Inevitably, we (and our eyes) age. 👵🏼

Our bodies change in many ways over time and our eyes are no exception. Diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to glaucoma for instance, and smoking can lead to a macular degeneration diagnoses.

Okay, so what can we do? 🧐

According to this article from the Independent, regular visits to your eye doctor, managing other health issues and taking our vitamins give us more of a fighting chance to slow aging eyes and prevent the most common eye health concerns.

For more information and the latest news on the topic of overall health, tune in to our “Here’s To Health” program which airs every Friday at 12:30PM.

Click after the apple for the link to listen to our live stream 🍎 https://voicecorps.org/listen/



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Four common eye conditions that can lead to blindness Older people with reduced vision often feel helpless. But there are resources to support them