Watch: Aging and vision loss presentation and related resources

View the recorded presentation from 8/10/26 at the WVU School of Medicine Charleston Campus.

Friday, August 14, 2026

The WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities recently partnered with the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) to host a presentation all about aging and vision loss at the WVU School of Medicine Charleston Campus. The presentation was recorded so it can be viewed at anytime.

AFB presenters: Priscilla Rogers, PhD, Special Advisor, Aging & Vision Loss
Arielle Silverman, PhD, Director, Research
Angie Whistler, Researcher

Learning objectives:

1. Describe common causes of age-related vision loss and their impact on daily activities.
2. Describe assistive technologies and simple interventions for older adults with vision loss.
3. Discuss how to interact respectfully with someone who is blind or has vision loss.
4. Identify how to locate and utilize vision rehabilitation services and other useful resources.
5. Describe both psychological and systemic barriers that limit engagement in vision rehabilitation services for older adults.

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Additional resources:

• AFB Aging and Vision Loss Essentials: Includes information for healthcare professionals, individuals with vision loss, family members, caregivers, and providers, including best practices for hospitals and healthcare systems.
• Eldercare Locator: National resource that helps older adults and caregivers connect with services in their communities.
• West Virginia Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)