Life hacks

Our life hacks series showcase some of the best tips and tricks our clients have discovered over the years for tackling everyday tasks.

Watch how John navigates his commute, see how Brittnee does her makeup without a mirror and learn from TV chef Tony on how to keep cooking confidently.

Check out the latest life hack videos below, or find more videos from series one here.

Getting out and about

Crossing the lights	Stairs
Landmarks and getting to the train	GPS options

Make up and hair

Hair ('mum bun')	Using toothpaste
No heat curls	Hair clip on
Make up: primer and foundation	Make up: brushes and differentiating products
Make up: smokey eye	Make up: eye liner
Make up: eyebrows	Make up: lipstick

Cooking

Using socks as oven mits	Using talking scales
Using a talking thermometer	Lighting options in the kitchen
Tips on cutting an onion	Tips on using pegs in the kitchen

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Want more tips? Speak to our experts

Our orientation and mobility experts and occupational therapists are specifically trained to help people who are blind or have low vision to live independently. They’ll visit you and assess your goals enabling you to still use your home safely and get you out and about again.

Contact Vision Australia to book an appointment:

Phone: 1300 84 74 66

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Email: info@visionaustralia.org