INDEPENDENT LIVING

Around 130, 000 legally blind American veterans now have access to a life-changing tool—AI-powered smart glasses provided for free nationwide. The technology helps users identify objects, read text aloud, and control devices with voice commands. But beyond just handing out gadgets, the program inclu

Imagine having a disability and living independently. It can be tough to make friends and stay connected. That's where professionals come in. They play a big part in helping people with disabilities build and strengthen social ties. In this study, researchers talked to 51 people: adults with disabil