Be My Eyes is a free app that was created to help people who are blind or low-vision with daily tasks.
Through a live video call, blind and low-vision users connect with volunteers who provide them with visual assistance for tasks ranging from matching colors, to checking if the lights are on, to preparing dinner, etc.
The app is available on iOS and Android, and is free for all users!
We explore different accessibility apps during Tech Tuesday, as well as in our Apps Club that meets as part of our Health & Wellness Program every Thursday. For more information about our programs, please contact our Program Director, Linda Groszew, via email ✉️ lgroszew@vlanj.org or by calling ☎️ 973-627-0055 ext. 1312.
Image description: The image is divided in 3 sections. Top left is a purple rectangle. In beige text, the top line states “APP HIGHLIGHT:” and in white text, middle line states “Be My Eyes”. At the bottom is a white circle highlighting the Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey logo.
The bottom left is a white rectangle showing the “Be My Eyes” app as it appears in the Apple App Store, with the blue logo, 3 images of app use, and star rating and description of the app.
The right side of the image shows the home screen of the app once it’s downloaded. The text reads “3,408,673 Volunteers, 185,899 Blind. Join a global community. See the world together.” There is an image of a blue globe centered on the screen. The bottom has two blue buttons: “I am blind or visually impaired” and “I am sighted volunteer.”