Lia Stone joins Marissa to discuss gaining confidence and independence in the kitchen with low vision. She shares several organizational tips as well as approaches for handling knives, ovens, and other potentially dangerous tools. They also discuss the benefits of attending a training center and when to ask for sighted help. Tune in to learn about developing cooking and baking skills without starting a fire!
Lia is a work experience coordinator with the EDGE program as part of New Jersey's Pre-Employment Transition Services for blind and visually-impaired students. She is also the chair of the State’s Rehabilitation Council and a board member of New Jersey’s National Federation of the Blind affiliate. During the coronavirus pandemic, she hosted a Zoom cooking class for her blind students.
“I prefer the concept of interdependence over independence. The reality is, regardless of ability, everyone to some degree depends on others”
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Key Points:
2:40 - Information about the NFB Scholarships!
10:20 - How do blind people get started in the kitchen?
13:45 - What are some good starter meals or recipes?
16:30 - Apps and Assistive Technology
20:00 - Handling Sharp and Hot Objects
23:30 - Organization Tips
25:00 - Handling Spills and Messes
29:45 - What are the benefits of attending a training center?
40:45 - How do you balance wanting to be independent with asking for help?
Resources & Transcript - https://www.blondeblind.com/post/15-blind-baking
