Today is National Falls Prevention Day...which becomes even more of an issue when you are visually impaired.Generally people with low vision need three to four times the amount of light as a person with normal vision. The need for light continues to increase as we age. To prevent falls, think carefully about the lighting in your home. Make sure the lighting is as even as possible, free from glare and shadows and easy for you to access.
For more information, go to the American Federation for the Blind: Preventing Falls by Adapting Your Home. Also check out the National Council on Aging: Falls Prevention.