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& Health Medical M C 1 in 4 children has a vision problem significant enough to impact their ability to learn. As many kids are gearing up to begin a new school year, Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic wants to encourage parents to add “get my child’s eyes checked” to the their list of things to do. Having a child’s vision tested by an eye care professional can help them achieve greater success in the classroom, since much of a child’s learning is done visually. In fact, about 80% of what children learn in a normal classroom setting is learned through their vision. Making eye health a priority is one way to help children see a brighter future and have success in school. Many children may not know that they have a problem because they think how they see is how everyone else sees. They learn to compensate with their vision problems without fixing them, which can lead to more problems in school and later in life. Unfortunately, some students are misdiagnosed as having a learning disability or behavioral problems when they may simply have vision impairment. An eye exam is the ideal way for parents to know if their child has a vision problem. Parents should also watch for the following signs: What do your child’s eyes look like? • Eyes don’t line up, one eye appears crossed or looks outward • Eyelids are red-rimmed, crusted or swollen • Eyes are watery or red (inflamed) How does your child act? • Rubs eyes a lot • Closes or covers one eye • Tilts head or thrusts head forward • Has trouble reading or doing other close-up work, or holds objects close to eyes to see • Blinks more than usual or By Melissa Perry About Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic Founded in 1957, Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic is the only local non-profit health organization dedicated solely to the prevention and detection of vision problems. Focused on promoting vision as part of a continuum of health care, Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic provides vision screenings, advocacy, and eye health and safety education programs. As a privately funded 501(c)3 organization, Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic provides services through funding from foundations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising events, private donors, and civic organizations. Healthy Vision For Back To School seems cranky when doing close-up work • Squints eyes or frowns What does your child say? • “My eyes are itchy,” “burning” or “feel scratchy.” • “I can’t see very well.” • After doing close-up work, your child says “I feel dizzy,” “I have a headache” or “I feel sick/ nauseous.” • “Everything looks blurry.” • “I see double.” “Protecting vision and eye health is the mission of Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic,” said Tim Gresham, the organization’s President and CEO. “We want all parents to make sure their child’s vision problems do not go unnoticed this school year. A child should not have to struggle in school because of an undetected vision problem.” Eye problems can range from common refractive errors such as nearsightedness and farsightedness, to serious eye conditions including the following: Amblyopia or “lazy eye” - the most common cause of visual impairment in children. As the brain develops and receives diminished images from the affected eye, it begins to suppress those images and favor the unaffected eye. If this condition persists, the weaker eye may become nonfunctional. Amblyopia becomes more difficult to treat effectively as the child becomes older. 8 Strabismus or “crossed eyes” – a condition where eyes are misaligned or do not line up with each other. This problem is caused when the muscles do not work together. Strabismus may eventually lead to amblyopia. Approximately one in 50 children has strabismus. With the new school year just around the corner, parents should be “hitting the books” now to educate themselves about the importance of healthy vision to their children’s school careers. Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic’s website features an eye health and safety library, which provides information on how to protect your child’s healthy vision. You are also encouraged to explore the information about adult vision; eye exams are important at every age. In many cases, vision loss is not reversible once it occurs and is often undetectable until it compromises function. Regular eye exams can detect and allow for treatment of vision disorders that may develop as you age, preventing or slowing vision loss and preserving healthy vision. Eye exams should be part of the continuum of health care for your entire family – healthy vision is a priority at any age. Programs Prevent Blindness Mid-Atlantic provides programs in area school systems and preschools that help protect children’s education by protecting their healthy vision. PBMA works with school nurses in the area’s public schools to provide national certification in children’s vision screening. Advanced, technology-based vision screenings are provided in preschools throughout the Greater Richmond area, thanks to PBMA’s W.H.E.E.L.S. program, funded by the Medarva Healthcare Foundation. The technology was also introduced into some area public school systems, as well as the Catholic Schools throughout the Richmond Diocese, last school year. This technology provides accurate, effective, and efficient vision screenings; results are generated within seconds without the need for response from the child or interpretation by the person conducting the screening. All of our comprehensive programs provide awareness and education, best practice screenings, validated equipment and supplies, and referral and follow-up materials. Resources are also available for families in need of financial assistance to obtain an eye exam and purchase glasses.
& Health Medical M C Presented By Gary Edward Barg About Caregiver Media Group Caregiver Media Group is the nation’s first integrated media organization serving caregivers online, in-print and in-person. Established in 1995, Caregiver Media Group has become the recognized media authority on caregiving through Today’s Caregiver magazine, Caregiver.com, the Fearless Caregiver Conferences, the award winning book - The Fearless Caregiver: How to get the best care for your loved one and still have a life of your own, as well as Caregiver Media Group’s award winning content and custom publications. Dealing With Hearing Loss Imagine trying to have a conversation and constantly having to ask your companions to repeat themselves; or not being able to participate in a group discussion in the common room because the TV is on and six people are chatting around you. Sadly, this is the harsh reality of many seniors. According to the Hearing Loss Association of America, one in three individuals at the age of 65 will suffer from hearing loss. Hearing loss is identified as the third most prevalent chronic disability among older adults, behind arthritis and hypertension, and affects over 36 million Americans. Not only is hearing loss a physical limitation, it can also be a serious lifestyle impediment, leading to withdrawal from friends, family and social situations. A disability that often goes unnoticed, hearing loss associated with aging can be such a gradual process that it can be difficult for caregivers to notice the symptoms. Some basic warning signs include: speaking louder than necessary, constantly asking to repeat in conversation, withdrawing from social contact, speech that seems muffled or slurred, and difficulty understanding someone speaking from a distance or conversing in areas with background noise. Seniors suffering from hearing loss have difficulty communicating in noisy situations, in large groups and at a distance. They may have trouble hearing the radio, television or telephone. While hearing aids can help to improve patient’s communication abilities, these problems are likely to remain unrectified, even with a hearing aid, since hearing aids work best in quiet environments with a limited number of communication partners. The environment and the speaker can either assist or hinder someone with hearing difficulties. Here are some ideas for caregivers to improve communication with seniors suffering from hearing loss: 1. Change the Environment Noisy environments are an albatross for people suffering with hearing loss. Multiple conversations, background noise from heating and cooling vents, fans, running water, television and traffic can hinder an individual from hearing even a face-to-face conversation. Being aware of physical surroundings and trying to move away or remove these sources of noise when communicating with someone who suffers from hearing loss can greatly assist them. Rooms with echoes, such as gymnasiums, are a challenge to Gary Edward Barg, Author, The Fearless Caregiver 9 someone who is hard of hearing. Choose small rooms with carpets, drapes and soft furnishings to minimize the echo, and turn off any distractions such as the television or radio. 2. Grab Attention When speaking to someone who suffers from hearing loss, it is important to get their attention before you speak by saying their name or tapping gently on their arm. Always face the person when speaking. Don’t cover your mouth or speak with something in your mouth, such as gum or food. 3. Don’t Change Speaking Tone Speak in a normal tone, not raising your voice unless you are asked to. While the first response of most individuals is to shout to someone with hearing issues, shouting can distort the sound of the voice, making it even more difficult to understand. Speak clearly and at a moderate pace. If you are not understood, simplify the message; say it in a different way or write it down. 4. Individual vs. Group Setting One-to-one communication is easier for someone suffering from hearing loss. Physical distance between the speaker and listener can be challenging for someone who is hard of hearing. The distance should be no more than six A noted speaker, writer and publisher on caregiving issues since 1995, Gary Barg is Founder and Editor-In- Chief of the first national magazine for caregivers, Today’s Caregiver, as well the original online caregiver community, caregiver.com. Today’s Caregiver magazine and caregiver.com combine information, advice and reader’s stories with interviews with celebrity caregiver such as Leeza Gibbons, Rob Lowe, Dana Reeve, Barbara Eden and Debbie Reynolds, among others. Gary created The Fearless Caregiver Conferences, hosted across the country, which brings together caregivers to share their knowledge and experience and wisdom. His book, The Fearless Caregiver, is filled with practical advice, poetry and inspirational stories. His awards include, the Mature Media Award for writing, International Television Association Golden Reel Award and the Southern Gerontological Society Media Award. Gary serves as a member of the Board of Trustees, National Adult Day Services Association and a Member of the Board, American Association for Caregiver Education. His interviews include; The Today Show, Bloomberg Radio Network, Time Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, USAToday, Miami Herald, NPR Diane Rehm Show, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Parade Magazine. feet to allow the speaker to be both seen and heard. Using these strategies, caregivers can help eliminate some of the most common issues that exacerbate insecurities of seniors with hearing loss. Lisa Evans is a freelance writer and regular contributor to www. torontonursinghomes.com. Visit her website lisa-m-evans.weebly.com Gary Edward Barg, CEO Editor-In-Chief Caregiver Media Group Today’s Caregiver magazine Fearless Caregiver Conferences Caregiver Friendly Awards Caregiver.com T: 954.362.8121 T: 800.829.2734 extension 121 F: 954.585.9201 Gary@caregiver.com Don’t forget to sign up for our weekly email newsletter at http://caregiver.com/subscribe/subscribe_newsletter.htm
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