Providing Iclusion in the hospitality industry by creating accessibility menus for people over coming sight loss
What has been done so far
Canada does not have a specific number of dedicated braille schools. Instead, the education of blind and visually impaired students, including the teaching of braille, is integrated within various public and specialized schools across the country. Support for braille literacy and resources is often provided through specialized programs within these institutions and organizations.
Vision loss on the world stage
As of 2020, approximately 1.1 billion people globally are living with vision loss. This includes 43 million people who are blind and 295 million people with moderate to severe visual impairment. An additional 258 million people have mild visual impairment, and around 510 million have near vision problems.
Regarding braille education, only a small proportion of visually impaired people are taught braille. For example, in the United States, less than 10% of blind children are learning braille, and this trend is similar in other parts of the world. This suggests that the global number of braille readers is quite low relative to the total population of visually impaired individuals.
Regarding braille education, only a small proportion of visually impaired people are taught braille. For example, in the United States, less than 10% of blind children are learning braille, and this trend is similar in other parts of the world. This suggests that the global number of braille readers is quite low relative to the total population of visually impaired individuals.
Why Braille is needed
In Canada, braille remains a crucial medium for literacy and independence among those who are blind or visually impaired. As of 2023, approximately 5.2 million Canadians reported having difficulties with print material, including challenges in seeing, holding, or understanding printed text. Among those with print disabilities, 35.8% use alternate formats, with braille being one of the key options alongside large print and audio formats
The Most affected and forgotten
In Canada, visual impairments affect diverse racial and ethnic groups differently, with certain populations being more impacted. While specific statistics on the prevalence of visual impairments among different racial groups in Canada are limited, some trends and insights can be drawn from broader data on disabilities and health disparities.
Indigenous populations in Canada often experience higher rates of health issues, including visual impairments, due to factors such as limited access to healthcare, higher rates of chronic conditions, and socioeconomic challenges. Studies have shown that Indigenous Canadians are disproportionately affected by diabetes, which is a significant risk factor for conditions like diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness.
Ethnic minorities and immigrants in Canada also face barriers that can exacerbate the impact of visual impairments. These groups may encounter obstacles such as language barriers, cultural differences, and reduced access to healthcare services, which can delay diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions.
In general, visual impairments in Canada are influenced by a range of factors, including age, socioeconomic status, and underlying health conditions. Older adults are more likely to experience vision loss due to age-related conditions such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Additionally, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds may have limited access to regular eye care, contributing to higher rates of visual impairments.
Indigenous populations in Canada often experience higher rates of health issues, including visual impairments, due to factors such as limited access to healthcare, higher rates of chronic conditions, and socioeconomic challenges. Studies have shown that Indigenous Canadians are disproportionately affected by diabetes, which is a significant risk factor for conditions like diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness.
Ethnic minorities and immigrants in Canada also face barriers that can exacerbate the impact of visual impairments. These groups may encounter obstacles such as language barriers, cultural differences, and reduced access to healthcare services, which can delay diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions.
In general, visual impairments in Canada are influenced by a range of factors, including age, socioeconomic status, and underlying health conditions. Older adults are more likely to experience vision loss due to age-related conditions such as macular degeneration and cataracts. Additionally, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds may have limited access to regular eye care, contributing to higher rates of visual impairments.
Bridging the Gap
Braille menus bridge the gap between restaurants and visually impaired customers, fostering inclusivity and independence. By offering braille menus, restaurants enhance accessibility, ensuring all patrons can enjoy their dining experience with dignity and ease, thereby promoting a more inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone.
Creating Braille Menus
Braille menus are crafted from durable, safe materials such as plastic or coated paper, ensuring they withstand frequent use. Many are made using eco-friendly processes and recycled materials, promoting sustainability. These menus provide an inclusive dining experience while minimizing environmental impact, aligning with green practices and customer safety standards.
Promoting Inclusivity
Our commitment to inclusivity means providing braille menus to ensure visually impaired customers have equal access to our offerings. By doing so, we create a welcoming environment for all, demonstrating our dedication to accessibility and respect for diverse needs, ensuring everyone enjoys a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.
Meet Our Goals
Our goals as a company are not just to provide products that can help those who have visual impairments in the service industry. But to also raise awareness about the lack of attention to this growing problem within our society. We want to create solutions for everyone to feel included. Below is our limitless scale. With every sale, social media, impression, and collaborative effort that is secured, we add a percentage to the scale to show an active metric of limitless impossibilities. In turn reaching our goal of implementing real change
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Brewhall Announcement
We are thrilled to announce our Braille menus are being featured with Brewhall, a vibrant restaurant and bar renowned for its inclusive atmosphere and innovative dining experiences. As our first partner in launching our Braille menus, Brewhall is committed to making their dining experience accessible to everyone. This collaboration marks a significant step towards our mission of promoting accessibility in the dining industry. Together, we aim to create a more inclusive environment where all guests can enjoy a seamless and enjoyable dining experience. Thank you, Brewhall, for joining us in this important initiative!
We are thrilled to announce our Braille menus are being featured with Brewhall, a vibrant restaurant and bar renowned for its inclusive atmosphere and innovative dining experiences. As our first partner in launching our Braille menus, Brewhall is committed to making their dining experience accessible to everyone. This collaboration marks a significant step towards our mission of promoting accessibility in the dining industry. Together, we aim to create a more inclusive environment where all guests can enjoy a seamless and enjoyable dining experience. Thank you, Brewhall, for joining us in this important initiative!
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Our clients say
Here are some of the reviews we've recived.
"What Limitless Impossibilities has created here is something that was sorely needed in the marketplace and I am glad to support there mandate for change."
Connor Ardill, Community leader
"For so long my students have told me that they feel excluded in the world because there is very few places that support their needs, these Braille menus are a step in the right direction"
Linda Collins, Teacher for BC school for the blind
"A lot of my older clients who have vision issues feel like they are cut off from the world, having braille menus available in resturants give them a change to feel like they belong again."
Aaron Lynas, Caregiver