Visual Impairments

Understanding Visual Impairments and How Assistive Technology Helps

Visual impairments can make navigating the home, finding controls, identifying alerts and managing day-to-day tasks more challenging. Traditional switches, screens and buttons often rely heavily on sight, which can lead to reduced confidence, increased risk and a greater dependence on others for simple tasks.

Assistive technology removes this barrier by replacing visual tasks with voice control, audio feedback, and automated routines that make the home easier and safer to manage.

With the right setup, clients with visual impairments can:

  • Control lighting, heating, blinds and entertainment entirely through voice

  • Receive clear audio feedback for doorbells, visitors, activity in the driveway and system alerts

  • Use timed and automated routines to reduce reliance on screens or menus

  • Operate doors, gates and intercoms hands-free without needing a visual interface

  • Improve safety with motion-assisted lighting, guided pathways and clearly defined automation

  • Reduce the need to locate switches or navigate small controls

  • Maintain independence and confidence within every part of the home

Voice automation is often the most empowering tool for clients with visual impairments, offering intuitive, reliable control over the environment without sight-based interactions.

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Trusted AT Partners

At Cabled with Care, we specialise in assistive technology for people with complex and progressive conditions. Our work is grounded in clinical understanding, real-world experience and a strong focus on dignity, safety and independence.

We regularly support:

  • Case managers

  • Solicitors and litigation teams

  • Occupational therapists and MDTs

  • Rehabilitation centres

  • Private clients and families

You can rely on us for clear communication, transparent recommendations and systems that are designed to evolve as needs change. Every solution is assessed, installed and supported by specialists who understand the realities of living with MND.

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Whether you’re a family member, a case manager, or part of a clinical team, we’re here to help you explore the right assistive technology for your situation.